1. Thomas Jackson's Birthday: January 16 marks the birthday of the famous Confederate general, Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson. Born in Clarksburg, Virginia in 1824, Jackson became famous for his military tactics during the American Civil War.

2. Virginia Tech Shooting: January 16, 2007, was a tragic day in Virginia history as it marked the tragic shooting at Virginia Tech. A lone gunman killed 32 people and injured 17 others in what was then the deadliest mass shooting in modern US history.

3. End of the American Revolution: On January 16, 1781, the Continental Army defeated the British at the Battle of Cowpens in South Carolina. This was a turning point in the American Revolution as it weakened the British army and forced them to retreat.

4. State of the State Address: Every year, the Governor of Virginia delivers the State of the State address to the General Assembly on January 16. This speech outlines the governor's priorities and legislative agenda for the upcoming year.

5. Richmond Bread Riot: On January 16, 1863, the Richmond Bread Riot occurred in the Confederate capital. Thousands of women and men marched to the Capitol building to protest food shortages and high bread prices. The riot was eventually put down by Confederate soldiers, but it highlighted the hardships faced by civilians during the Civil War.