1. Nebraska becomes a state - On October 5, 1867, Nebraska officially became the 37th state in the United States, making October 5th an important date in Nebraska history.

2. Birth of Johnny Carson - The legendary American television personality, Johnny Carson, was born in Corning, Iowa on October 23, 1925. Carson grew up in Norfolk, Nebraska and attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He went on to have a successful career in entertainment, hosting The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson for over 30 years.

3. Husker football history - October 5th has been a significant date in Husker football history. In 1963, Nebraska defeated the University of Colorado 14-7 in Lincoln, marking the beginning of a 32-game unbeaten streak for the Huskers. In 1996, Nebraska also defeated the University of Washington 27-14 in Lincoln, marking their 300th win at Memorial Stadium.

4. Amelia Earhart's Nebraska connections - Amelia Earhart, the famous aviator who became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, had connections to Nebraska. Earhart's husband, George Putnam, was born in Roca, Nebraska, and the couple often visited Nebraska during their marriage. Earhart also taught at Purdue University in Indiana, where one of the university's main buildings is named in her honor.

5. State Flower - On October 5, 1895, the goldenrod was designated as Nebraska's official state flower. The goldenrod is a perennial plant that is native to North America and produces golden-yellow flowers. The plant is often associated with fall as it blooms during late summer and early fall.