1. In 1937, Kentucky governor Happy Chandler was sworn into office on January 20. Chandler was a prominent figure in Kentucky politics for many years, serving as governor twice and as a senator.

2. On January 20, 1976, Kentucky's longest-serving governor, Edward T. Breathitt, Jr., passed away at the age of 63. Breathitt served as governor from 1963 to 1967 and was instrumental in many important initiatives, including the establishment of the Kentucky Arts Council.

3. In 1989, January 20 was declared "Bluegrass Country Day" in Kentucky by Governor Wallace Wilkinson. The day was intended to celebrate the musical heritage of the state, which is famous for its bluegrass music.

4. On January 20, 1996, the Louisville Cardinals football team won the Conference USA championship by defeating the East Carolina Pirates, 19-14. The win was a significant achievement for the team and helped to establish them as a competitive force in college football.

5. More recently, on January 20, 2017, a group of Kentucky teenagers traveled to Washington, D.C. to attend the inauguration of President Donald Trump. The group, which included students from several high schools across the state, received national attention for their participation in the historic event.