1. In 1933, Nevada became the first state to legalize gambling. This decision led to the development of Las Vegas as a major tourist destination and gaming center.

2. On June 7, 1989, the Mirage Hotel and Casino opened in Las Vegas. The Mirage was the first mega-resort in Las Vegas and set the standard for the extravagant hotels and casinos that followed.

3. In 1910, the famous Western author and journalist Mark Twain passed away in Redding, Connecticut. Twain had a great affinity for Nevada and spent time in the state during his many travels.

4. On June 7, 1924, the town of Tonopah was the site of a major mining disaster. An underground fire at the Mizpah Mine resulted in the deaths of four miners.

5. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas was founded on June 7, 1957. The school started as a small branch of the University of Nevada in Reno, but has since grown into a major research university with over 30,000 students.