1. Ohio became a state: On November 3, 1803, Ohio was admitted as the 17th state in the United States. The state capital was established in Chillicothe at the time, and the state's nickname, "the Buckeye State," was coined due to the abundance of buckeye trees in the area.

2. Record-breaking election turnout: On November 3, 2020, Ohio broke its previous record for voter turnout in a general election, with approximately 74% of registered voters casting a ballot. This was a significant increase from the 2016 general election, which had a voter turnout of approximately 69%.

3. A key battleground state: Ohio is often considered a battleground state in presidential elections, and November 3, 2020 was no exception. Both President Donald Trump and President-elect Joe Biden made numerous campaign stops in Ohio in the weeks leading up to the election, highlighting the state's importance in the race for the presidency.

4. Birth of a notable Ohioan: On November 3, 1901, novelist and playwright James Kilgore was born in Akron, Ohio. Kilgore was known for his works of fiction, including the novels "Green Grow the Lilacs" and "Inherit the Wind," which was later adapted into a successful play and film.

5. Memorial honoring veterans: On November 3, 1989, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial was dedicated in Columbus, Ohio. The memorial features a black granite wall engraved with the names of Ohioans who lost their lives during the Vietnam War, and serves as a tribute to the sacrifices made by those who served in the conflict.