1. Utah was granted statehood on November 3, 1896. This was the culmination of a long effort by Mormon pioneers and other settlers to establish Utah as a state.

2. On November 3, 1913, the first transcontinental automobile race was held. Starting in New York City and ending in Los Angeles, the race took participants across the country, including through Utah.

3. November 3, 1952 saw the opening of the first McDonald's restaurant in Utah, located in Salt Lake City. This marked the beginning of the fast food chain's expansion into Utah and the western United States.

4. In 2004, on November 3, Utah voters approved a constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage. This amendment was later overturned by a federal court ruling in 2013.

5. November 3, 2015 saw the completion of the renovation of the Salt Lake City International Airport. The $1.8 billion project resulted in a new terminal, improved parking, and other upgrades designed to improve the airport experience for travelers.