1. In 1843, the first wagons of the Oregon Trail arrived in what is now Idaho. This marked the beginning of westward expansion and the settlement of the western United States.

2. In 1893, the Idaho State Journal newspaper was first published in Pocatello. It has since become one of the leading newspapers in the state and an important source of news and information for Idaho residents.

3. On February 20, 1912, Idaho became the 43rd state to join the Union. The state is known for its natural beauty, including the Sawtooth Mountains, Snake River, and Shoshone Falls.

4. In 1968, the Groves LDS Institute of Religion was dedicated in Rexburg, Idaho. This religious education center has since provided opportunities for students at Brigham Young University-Idaho and local community members to learn about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

5. On February 20, 2003, an avalanche in the Teton Range of eastern Idaho killed nine skiers. The tragedy was a reminder of the dangers posed by winter sports in mountainous regions and the importance of safety measures such as avalanche beacons and knowledgeable guides.