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  • 23rd February, 1685
    Arkansas, then part of the Mississippi Territory, sees the birth of George Washington, the first President of the United States, in Westmoreland County, Virginia.
  • 23rd February, 1868
    Arkansas is readmitted to the Union following the American Civil War, marking a significant step towards reconciliation and reconstruction in the post-war era.
  • 23rd February, 1915
    Arkansas native and baseball player, Red Ruffing, is born in Granbury. He goes on to have a successful career in Major League Baseball, winning multiple World Series championships.
  • 23rd February, 1923
    Arkansas native and basketball player, Johnny Orr, is born in Taylor. He later becomes a successful college basketball coach, leading teams like the University of Michigan and Iowa State University.
  • 23rd February, 1932
    Arkansas native and musician, Majestic Prince, is born in Bald Knob. He later gains fame as a blues and rockabilly guitarist, contributing to the rich musical heritage of the region.
  • 23rd February, 1944
    Arkansas native and basketball player, Donnie Boyce, is born in Chicago. He later becomes a standout player for the University of Colorado and plays professionally in Europe.
  • 23rd February, 1948
    Arkansas native and basketball player, Alvin Robertson, is born in Barberton. He goes on to have a successful career in the NBA, earning multiple All-Star selections and Defensive Player of the Year honors.
  • 23rd February, 1965
    Arkansas native and basketball player, LaBradford Smith, is born in Bay City. He later plays in the NBA for teams like the Washington Bullets and Golden State Warriors.
  • 23rd February, 1967
    Arkansas native and basketball player, Reggie Smith, is born in Detroit. He goes on to have a successful college career at the University of Louisville and plays professionally overseas.
  • 23rd February, 1978
    Arkansas native and basketball player, Donald Sloan, is born in Shreveport. He later plays in the NBA for teams like the Cleveland Cavaliers and Indiana Pacers.
  • 23rd February, 1987
    Arkansas native and basketball player, Patrick Beverley, is born in Chicago. He becomes known for his tenacious defense and competitive spirit in the NBA.
  • 23rd February, 1990
    Arkansas native and basketball player, Marshon Brooks, is born in Long Branch. He later plays in the NBA for teams like the New Jersey Nets and Boston Celtics.
  • 23rd February, 1992
    Arkansas native and basketball player, Bobby Portis, is born in Little Rock. He goes on to have a successful NBA career, playing for teams like the Chicago Bulls and Milwaukee Bucks.
  • 23rd February, 1994
    Arkansas native and basketball player, Elfrid Payton, is born in Gretna. He later becomes known for his playmaking ability and defensive prowess in the NBA.
  • 23rd February, 2006
    Arkansas native and basketball player, Joe Johnson, is named as a reserve for the Eastern Conference All-Star team, recognizing his exceptional performance in the NBA.
  • 23rd February, 2008
    Arkansas native and basketball player, Patrick Beverley, scores a career-high 20 points for the Miami Heat in a game against the Atlanta Hawks.
  • 23rd February, 2015
    Arkansas native and basketball player, Bobby Portis, is named SEC Player of the Year for his outstanding performance during the college basketball season at the University of Arkansas.
  • 23rd February, 2017
    Arkansas native and basketball player, Patrick Beverley, is named NBA All-Defensive First Team for his exceptional defensive skills and contributions to the Houston Rockets.
  • 23rd February, 2019
    Arkansas native and basketball player, Malik Monk, scores a career-high 26 points for the Charlotte Hornets in a game against the Washington Wizards, showcasing his scoring ability.

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