1. On August 30, 1891, the University of Mississippi opened its doors to its first students. The university was founded in 1848 and remains one of the oldest public universities in the United States.

2. The Civil Rights Act was signed into law on August 30, 1965. This historical legislation aimed to end segregation and discrimination against African Americans in public places and in employment.

3. On August 30, 1912, American blues musician Mississippi John Hurt was born in the town of Teoc, Mississippi. Hurt became known for his unique fingerpicking style and was a well-respected figure in the blues community.

4. Mississippi State University was established on August 30, 1878, under the name "The Agricultural and Mechanical College of the State of Mississippi." The university now offers a wide range of degree programs and is known for its research programs in agriculture and engineering.

5. In August 2005, Hurricane Katrina made landfall in Mississippi, causing significant damage to the coastal regions of the state. The storm caused over $100 billion in damages across the Gulf Coast region and led to one of the largest evacuation efforts in American history.