1. On January 7, 1850, the Utah Territory was established by an act of Congress. This act recognized the provisional government that had been established by the Mormons in the area and gave them official territorial status.

2. January 7, 1913 was a landmark day for transportation in Utah, as the Salt Lake City and Ogden Electric Railway began service between the two cities. The electric trolley, affectionately known as the "Bamberger" after its founder, Simon Bamberger, was a major improvement over earlier horse-drawn streetcars.

3. January 7, 1994 saw the groundbreaking for the Delta Center, now known as the Vivint Smart Home Arena. This sports and entertainment venue has been the home of the Utah Jazz NBA team since it opened in 1991 and has hosted numerous concerts and events over the years.

4. On January 7, 1890, Utah became the first state to grant women the right to vote after Wyoming, which was then a territory. This milestone in women's suffrage was the result of years of lobbying and activism by Utah women, who saw the benefits of having a say in their government.

5. January 7, 2022 was a historic day for Utah's tech industry, as the state's first unicorn startup was announced. Divvy, a financial technology company that helps small businesses manage their expenses, reached a valuation of $1.6 billion, marking a major milestone for the state's growing tech sector.