1. Arizona became a state on October 7, 1912. At the time, it was the 48th state to join the union.
2. In 1927, the town of Jerome, Arizona experienced a massive landslide that destroyed much of the town. The event occurred on October 7 and is remembered as one of the worst disasters in Arizona history.
3. On October 7, 2006, the Arizona Cardinals football team played their first regular season game in their new home field, University of Phoenix Stadium. They defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 23-20 in overtime.
4. The Phoenix Suns basketball team played their first ever game on October 7, 1968. They played against the Seattle Supersonics and won 116-107.
5. The city of Sedona, Arizona became incorporated on October 7, 1988. The city has since grown into a popular tourist destination known for its red rock formations and natural beauty.