1. The Nevada State Board of Education was established on February 12, 1866. This board is responsible for setting educational policies and standards throughout the state.

2. In 1873, the Virginia and Truckee Railroad began service between Reno and Virginia City on February 12. This railroad played a crucial role in the development of Nevada's mining industry.

3. On February 12, 1879, the Nevada State Legislature passed a bill legalizing gambling. This decision helped establish Nevada as a haven for gamblers and led to the growth of the state's gaming industry.

4. In 1908, the first long-distance phone line in Nevada was completed on February 12. This line connected Reno and Carson City, and it eventually extended to Las Vegas.

5. On February 12, 1964, the Nevada State Museum in Carson City opened to the public. The museum features exhibits on Nevada's geology, natural history, and cultural heritage, and it is a popular tourist destination in the state.