1. On August 22, 1887, President Grover Cleveland signed the Dawes Act, which authorized the federal government to divide Native American tribal lands into individual plots of land for sale to private individuals. The act ultimately led to the loss of millions of acres of tribal lands in Minnesota and throughout the country.

2. On August 22, 1934, notorious gangster John Dillinger was shot and killed by FBI agents outside of the Biograph Theater in Chicago. Dillinger had previously robbed banks and other businesses in Minnesota, and his death was widely celebrated by law enforcement officials in the state.

3. August 22, 1972, saw the tragic drowning of two people at Banning State Park in east-central Minnesota. The incident occurred when a flash flood swept through the park, catching the victims and others off guard. The park has since implemented a flood warning system and other measures to improve visitor safety.

4. On August 22, 1978, Governor Rudy Perpich announced a plan to build a high-speed rail line between the Twin Cities and Duluth. The proposal was met with mixed reactions, with some advocating for the economic benefits of improved transportation, while others raised concerns over the cost and impact on the environment.

5. August 22, 2011, marked the first day of the Minnesota State Fair, the largest event of its kind in the state. The fair, which runs for 12 days each year, features food, entertainment, agriculture exhibits, and more, drawing visitors from throughout Minnesota and beyond.