1. In 1863, the Idaho Territory was established, encompassing present-day Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming.
2. In 1919, the historic Idaho State Capitol building was completed in Boise after a decade of construction.
3. In 1971, Idaho's first ski resort, Sun Valley, celebrated its 36th season. Sun Valley is still a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts today.
4. In 1986, a 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck the Challis-Yankee Fork area, causing significant damage and injuring several people. This was one of the strongest earthquakes to ever hit the state.
5. In 2011, Idaho Governor Butch Otter delivered his State of the State address, addressing issues such as education reform and job creation in the state.
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