1. On February 7, 1861, the Nevada Territory officially became a state. It was the 36th state to be admitted to the Union and played a crucial role in the Civil War as a source of silver and gold.

2. In 1900, the city of Las Vegas was incorporated on February 7. This paved the way for the city to grow into the world-famous destination it is today, complete with dazzling casinos, luxurious resorts, and a vibrant entertainment scene.

3. In 1964, the American Olympic Team arrived in Reno on February 7 to prepare for the upcoming Winter Olympics in Innsbruck, Austria. This time of training helped the team win 10 medals, including three gold medals in figure skating.

4. On February 7, 1986, Nevada Governor Richard Bryan signed a bill into law that made the state the first to require students in grades K-12 to wear seat belts on all school buses. This law has been credited with increasing safety for students while transported to and from school.

5. In 2003, the Cosmic Highway Extraterrestrial Highway was officially designated as a Nevada State Scenic Byway on February 7. This 98-mile stretch of road in southern Nevada runs in close proximity to several US government facilities that have been associated with alleged UFO sightings and encounters.