1. Wisconsin Became a State on March 10, 1848: On March 10, 1848, Wisconsin was officially recognized as the 30th state in the United States of America. The state was originally part of the Northwest Territory and gained its statehood after a referendum vote by its citizens.
2. First Wisconsin-Built Car Was Produced on March 10, 1902: The first automobile built in Wisconsin was produced by the Winton Motor Carriage Co. in Milwaukee on March 10, 1902. The car was a Winton Touring Car and was priced at $2,500.
3. Wisconsin Ratified the 19th Amendment on March 10, 1920: Wisconsin became one of the first states to ratify the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote. On March 10, 1920, the Wisconsin Legislature voted in favor of the amendment, becoming the first state in the United States to do so.
4. Wisconsin Received Its State Flag on March 10, 1913: Wisconsin's state flag was officially adopted on March 10, 1913, and features the state coat of arms on a dark blue background. The coat of arms includes symbols of Wisconsin's agriculture, mining, and transportation industries.
5. Dairyland Greyhound Park Opened on March 10, 1990: Dairyland Greyhound Park, a dog racing track, opened in Kenosha on March 10, 1990. The track operated for over two decades, closing in 2009 due to declining attendance and revenue.
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