Here are 5 facts about November 24 in Colorado history:

1. In 1858, gold was discovered in the Rockies by William Green Russell, resulting in the establishment of the Pike's Peak gold rush. This significant event in Colorado's history occurred on November 24, 1858.

2. November 24, 1874, marked the founding of the town of Parker, located in Douglas County, Colorado. Originally a small community reliant on agriculture, Parker has since expanded into a thriving suburb of Denver.

3. In 1941, Colorado State College (now known as Colorado State University) defeated the University of Colorado in the annual football game known as the Rocky Mountain Showdown, taking place on November 24 of that year. This win marked the first time Colorado State had defeated their in-state rivals since 1915.

4. On November 24, 1991, the Colorado Avalanche and Detroit Red Wings faced off in a historic game at Joe Louis Arena. The game holds the record for the most penalty minutes in NHL history, with a total of 148 minutes served by both teams.

5. In 2014, a rare snowstorm hit Colorado on November 24, causing widespread transportation disruptions and power outages. The storm was unusual for its early occurrence, and the heavy snow and high winds resulted in multiple road closures and flight cancellations.