1. In 1931, the State of Nevada legalized casino gambling, which ultimately transformed Las Vegas into the entertainment capital of the world.

2. On March 26, 1971, the first airport in the United States to be named after an African American, the McCarran International Airport, was dedicated in Las Vegas, Nevada.

3. In 1873, the Virginia & Truckee Railroad was completed, linking Reno to Carson City and Virginia City, opening up access to valuable silver mines in the region.

4. On March 26, 1915, a massive avalanche occurred in the town of Wellington, now known as Eastgate, killing 96 people. The avalanche was triggered by heavy snowfall and a warm and wet winter, causing a snow and ice dam to accumulate.

5. In 1989, the Nevada State Museum was opened, showcasing Nevada's unique history and culture, including fossils, art, and exhibits on the state's mining and cowboy history.