1. Colorado became a state on January 6, 1876 - Colorado officially became the 38th state in the United States on January 6, 1876. The statehood celebration took place in Denver and was attended by thousands of people.

2. The National Western Stock Show started on January 6, 1906 - The National Western Stock Show is an annual event that showcases the livestock industry in Colorado. It started on January 6, 1906, and has since become one of the largest stock shows in the country.

3. The first ski resort in Colorado opened on January 6, 1940 - Winter Park Resort, located about an hour and a half from Denver, opened on January 6, 1940. The resort has since become a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding.

4. The Colorado Avalanche buried a highway on January 6, 1957 - On January 6, 1957, a large avalanche buried a section of Highway 40 near Berthoud Pass. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident.

5. A major blizzard hit Colorado on January 6, 1983 - On January 6, 1983, a major blizzard hit Colorado, causing widespread power outages and leaving many people stranded. The storm dumped over two feet of snow in some areas and led to several fatalities.