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1. On February 8, 1864, Nevada became the 36th state to be admitted into the Union.
2. In 1905, a fire destroyed a large portion of the business district in Reno, Nevada on February 8.
3. On February 8, 1929, Nevada became the first state to legalize casino gambling, paving the way for the development of the Las Vegas Strip.
4. The first Miss Black Nevada pageant was held on February 8, 1975, with Mary Freeman being crowned the winner.
5. In 2016, February 8 was declared "Drs. Oscar and Louise Dystonia Awareness Day" to raise awareness about the neurological disorder that the couple battled throughout their lives.
5 Fun Facts About February 8 In Nevada History
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