1. On February 28, 1868, the United States Congress passed an act creating the Wyoming Territory, which included parts of present-day Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho. This was a significant milestone in the history of Wyoming, as it paved the way for eventual statehood.

2. The Wyoming State Senate narrowly rejected a bill to repeal the state's death penalty on February 28, 2019. The bill failed by a vote of 18-12, meaning that Wyoming remains one of 29 U.S. states that still allow capital punishment.

3. In 1922, the town of Lusk, Wyoming experienced a devastating fire that destroyed most of its business district. The fire broke out on February 28 and burned for several hours, causing millions of dollars in damage. Many businesses were able to rebuild, and Lusk remains a thriving community today.

4. On February 28, 1917, the Wyoming State Legislature passed a bill granting women the right to vote in state and local elections. Wyoming had already granted suffrage to women in 1869, making it the first state in the U.S. to do so. The 1917 law clarified and expanded those rights.

5. The town of Medicine Bow, Wyoming has been used as a filming location for several movies and TV shows, including the 1950s western series “The Virginian.” On February 28, 1885, the Union Pacific Railroad reached Medicine Bow, bringing new opportunities and growth to the community. Today, Medicine Bow is a popular tourist destination known for its scenic beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities.