1. In 1861, Nevada became the 36th state of the United States, after separating from the Utah Territory. The state celebrates its official birthday every January 29th, making this day a significant one in Nevada history.

2. The Hoover Dam, one of America's most iconic landmarks, was completed on January 29, 1936. The dam was built on the Colorado River between Arizona and Nevada, and played a crucial role in providing power to the region and preventing flooding.

3. On January 29, 1947, a plane crashed into the side of Mount Charleston in southern Nevada. All 14 passengers and crew members aboard were killed in what was one of the deadliest aviation accidents in the state's history. A memorial was erected on the mountain to honor those who lost their lives.

4. In 1998, professional golfer Bob May was born in Las Vegas, Nevada. May went on to win several tournaments on the PGA Tour, including the 1999 US PGA Championship. He is considered one of Nevada's most successful athletes.

5. On January 29, 2014, a shooting occurred at a middle school in Sparks, Nevada. Two people were killed, including the shooter, and two others were injured. The incident sparked debates about gun control and school safety in the state and across the country.