1. In 1868, the Wyoming Territory was officially organized, marking the beginning of what would eventually become the state of Wyoming. Prior to this, the area had been part of the larger Dakota and Idaho Territories.

2. In 1890, Wyoming became the first state in the United States to grant women the right to vote. This event is now celebrated annually on January 22 as "Wyoming Equality Day."

3. In 1901, a massive winter storm struck Wyoming, causing significant damage and loss of life. The storm, which lasted for several days, produced heavy snow, high winds, and extreme cold temperatures.

4. In 1957, a B-36 bomber carrying a nuclear weapon crashed near Riverton, Wyoming. The crew survived, but the incident sparked concerns about the safety of nuclear weapons and led to changes in how they were transported.

5. In 2008, a severe blizzard hit southeastern Wyoming, causing widespread power outages and road closures. The storm, which lasted for several days, dumped several feet of snow in some areas and was one of the worst blizzards in Wyoming's history.