January 8 is an important day in Wyoming history, marked by several significant events. Here are 5 interesting facts about January 8 in Wyoming:

1. In 1867, President Andrew Johnson signed a bill granting Wyoming territorial status. This made Wyoming the first territory in the United States to grant women the right to vote, which happened in 1869, more than 50 years before the 19th Amendment granted women's suffrage nationwide.

2. In 1935, the first ski resort in Wyoming, Snow King Ski Area, opened in Jackson. It was the first ski area to feature a head-tow lift and is still in operation today.

3. Cheyenne's infamous poker player Thomas "Tom" Horn was executed on January 8, 1904, for the murder of 14-year-old Willie Nickell. Horn was a legendary figure in the Wild West and his trial and execution remain controversial to this day.

4. In 1956, the federal government began construction of the F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The base was instrumental in the development of intercontinental ballistic missiles and remains an important location for national defense.

5. In 1973, the Wyoming State Legislature passed the landmark Environmental Quality Act. The law established the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality and set standards for air, water, and soil quality throughout the state. Today, Wyoming is known for its stunning natural beauty and commitment to environmental conservation.