1. In 1903, the state of Oklahoma experienced one of the most devastating tornadoes in its history. The tornado, which measured F5 on the Fujita scale, hit the town of Woodward, killing 95 people and injuring over 1,000 more. Despite the widespread destruction, the resilient citizens of Woodward rebuilt their town and continued to thrive.

2. On August 12, 1930, the first oil well was discovered in the Arbuckle Mountains of southern Oklahoma. This discovery marked the beginning of the state's great oil boom, which helped to transform Oklahoma into a major player in the global energy industry.

3. In 1950, the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City hosted the first ever Miss America pageant to be broadcast on television. The event was a huge success, and helped to catapult the pageant to national prominence.

4. In 1963, civil rights leader Medgar Evers visited the city of Oklahoma City to speak at a rally in support of ending racial discrimination. Evers, who was a leader in the NAACP, spoke passionately about the need for equality and justice for all Americans, and his speech helped to galvanize the civil rights movement in Oklahoma.

5. On August 12, 2009, the Oklahoma City Thunder NBA team signed superstar Kevin Durant to a five-year contract extension. Durant, who had just completed his second season in the NBA, quickly became a fan favorite in Oklahoma City, and helped to lead the Thunder to multiple playoff appearances during his time with the team. Although Durant eventually left the Thunder to join the Golden State Warriors, his impact on the team and the state of Oklahoma is still felt today.