1. On September 14, 1847, the University of Iowa was officially established. It started with just 10 faculty members and 124 students, but has since grown to become a major educational institution with over 30,000 students.

2. In 1881, the infamous outlaw Jesse James was reported to have robbed a train in Adair, Iowa. Although there is some dispute over whether Jesse James was actually involved in this specific robbery, the incident became a part of Iowa's Wild West lore.

3. On September 14, 1993, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources began a massive project to restore the state's river and stream ecosystems. Over the years, many of Iowa's waterways had become polluted and degraded, but this project helped to clean them up and make them healthier for wildlife and humans alike.

4. In 2008, a tornado hit Iowa City on September 14, causing significant damage to the city and the University of Iowa campus. Numerous buildings were damaged, and many students were displaced from their homes. However, the community came together to support each other and begin the process of rebuilding.

5. On September 14, 2011, Iowa became the first state in the nation to offer same-sex marriage licenses after a landmark court decision. Although there was controversy and opposition at the time, this move helped to pave the way for greater LGBT rights and recognition in the United States.