1. In 1890, Wyoming became the 44th state in the United States. The state is known for its vast open spaces and varied topography, including the Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Park.

2. On July 10, 1902, the Wyoming State Penitentiary officially opened in Rawlins. The penitentiary was initially built to house 400 inmates but quickly became overcrowded, with more than 1,000 prisoners by the 1930s.

3. In 1925, a record-breaking high temperature of 114 degrees Fahrenheit was recorded in Basin, Wyoming. This remains the highest temperature ever recorded in the state.

4. On July 10, 1945, the town of Cheyenne experienced one of its deadliest floods on record. Heavy rains caused the Big Crow Creek to overflow, resulting in significant damage and loss of life.

5. In 2007, Wyoming became the first state in the United States to allow the shooting of gray wolves. The decision was controversial, with conservationists and animal rights groups advocating for the protection of the species.