1. In 1923, the first telephone line connecting Reno and Las Vegas was opened. This was a major communication milestone for the state of Nevada.

2. On June 28, 1954, the famous Silver Slipper casino opened in Las Vegas. It was the first casino to be built on the famous Las Vegas Strip and was known for its iconic revolving sign.

3. In 1960, the Hoover Dam completed its first major overhaul. This engineering marvel has been integral to the economic and environmental development of Nevada.

4. On June 28, 1973, the iconic MGM Grand Hotel and Casino opened in Las Vegas. At the time of its opening, it was the largest hotel in the world.

5. On June 28, 2016, a record-breaking heatwave hit Nevada. The temperature soared to 125 degrees Fahrenheit (51.7 Celsius) in the eastern part of the state, making it the hottest temperature ever recorded in the month of June in the United States.