1. In 1864, the Battle of Salineville took place in Ohio during the American Civil War. Confederate General John Hunt Morgan and his troops attempted to raid Ohio, but were met with resistance from the Ohio Volunteer Militia. The battle ended with the Confederates retreating.

2. On June 29, 1915, the Ohio State Reformatory opened in Mansfield, Ohio. The prison became famous for its harsh conditions and was the setting for the popular film, The Shawshank Redemption.

3. Ohio Senator Howard Metzenbaum introduced the Fairness Doctrine in Broadcasting bill on June 29, 1987. The bill aimed to require broadcasters to cover controversial issues and provide equal time for opposing viewpoints.

4. Ohio saw a major political shift on June 29, 1966, when James A. Rhodes became the first Republican governor of the state in 24 years. Rhodes served as governor for four terms, and his policies focused on economic growth and attracting businesses to Ohio.

5. In 2003, Ohio celebrated its bicentennial on June 29th. It was 200 years since the Northwest Territory was created, which included Ohio as one of its states. The state celebrated with parades, fireworks, and historical reenactments.