1. In 1825, the Ohio Canal was completed, linking Lake Erie to the Ohio River and improving transportation and economic growth in the state.

2. In 1922, the first skywriting display in Ohio was performed over Cleveland by aviator Cyril Turner, sparking a new form of advertising.

3. In 1941, groundbreaking ceremonies were held for Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio, which would play a significant role in research and development during World War II and beyond.

4. In 1965, the Ohio Historical Society created the Ohio History Connection, which serves as the state's official historical society and museum system.

5. In 2004, LeBron James made his NBA debut for the Cleveland Cavaliers, beginning a historic career that would include four MVP awards and leading the team to their first NBA Championship in 2016.