1. Utah Became the 45th State: On August 26, 1896, Utah officially became the 45th state of the United States, ending over four decades of territorial status.

2. First Woman Elected to Utah Legislature: On August 26, 1914, Alice Merrill Horne became the first woman elected to the Utah Legislature. Horne was a prominent art teacher and advocate for the arts and education.

3. Great Salt Lake Turns Pink: In August 2016, the Great Salt Lake in Utah turned pink due to a high concentration of a type of algae called Dunaliella salina. The phenomenon shocked and amazed tourists and locals alike.

4. Ogden City Celebrates Pioneer Day: On August 26, 2017, Ogden City held its annual Pioneer Day celebration, honoring the Mormon pioneers who settled the area in the mid-1800s. The celebration included parades, fireworks, concerts, and other festivities.

5. Snowbird Ski Resort Opens: On August 26, 1971, Snowbird Ski Resort officially opened for business in Little Cottonwood Canyon, Utah. The resort has since become a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders from around the world.