1. In 1845, Florida was admitted to the union as the 27th state. June 14 is recognized as Florida's statehood anniversary.

2. On June 14, 1940, the first Florida Highway Patrol Academy graduated, marking a significant milestone in Florida law enforcement history.

3. June 14, 1980, saw the opening of Universal Studios Florida, the second Universal Studios theme park in the world. The park was an instant hit, drawing millions of visitors to Florida each year.

4. In 2008, Tropical Storm Fay made landfall in Florida on June 14. The storm caused massive flooding and damage throughout the state, with some areas receiving over 20 inches of rain.

5. In 2016, the Pulse nightclub shooting tragedy occurred on June 12, but it was the morning of June 14 when Governor Rick Scott declared a state of emergency in Florida in response to the tragedy. The declaration allowed for increased resources and aid to be directed toward the Orlando area.