1. In 1862, the Battle of Richmond took place in Madison County during the American Civil War. It was a Confederate victory and the second-largest battle fought in Kentucky during the war.
2. In 1911, the first gasoline-powered fire engine was used in Louisville, marking a significant advancement in firefighting technology.
3. In 1950, the Kentucky Dam on the Tennessee River was completed after 17 years of construction. The dam is one of the largest in the world and helps control flooding while generating hydroelectric power.
4. In 1994, the Bluegrass International Airport in Lexington was renamed the Lexington Bluegrass Airport, reflecting its importance to the region's economy and airline industry.
5. In 2012, University of Kentucky quarterback, Jared Lorenzen, known as the "Hefty Lefty," passed away at the age of 38. He was beloved by fans for his larger-than-life personality and played a key role in the team's 2002 national championship run.