1. Arkansas officially became a state on January 26, 1836. Although the territory had been established in 1819, it was not until 1836 that President Andrew Jackson signed a bill admitting it as the 25th state in the United States.

2. In 1863, the Battle of Arkansas Post took place on January 26. This battle was part of the Vicksburg Campaign during the American Civil War and resulted in a Union victory. It was an important moment in the war for the Union army, as they gained control of the Arkansas River.

3. On January 26, 1925, the Ozark National Forest was established. This forest covers more than 1.2 million acres in northern Arkansas and offers a variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking, camping, and fishing.

4. The capital city of Little Rock experienced a major snowstorm on January 26, 1940. The storm dropped 14 inches of snow on the city, causing widespread power outages and transportation difficulties.

5. In 1963, Governor Orval Faubus gave his final state of the state address on January 26. Faubus, who is best known for his resistance to the desegregation of Little Rock Central High School in 1957, served as governor of Arkansas from 1955 to 1967. His final address outlined his accomplishments while in office and urged the state to move forward towards progress and unity.