1. In 1971, the television show "Oklahoma Today" premiered on KOKH-TV in Oklahoma City. The show, hosted by Oklahoma historian Bob Burke, explored the state's history, culture, and people.

2. In 1904, future Oklahoma Governor and United States Senator Robert S. Kerr was born in a log cabin near the town of Ada. Kerr would go on to play a major role in Oklahoma politics, advocating for the development of the state's oil and gas resources and championing water conservation efforts.

3. In 1896, the town of Stillwater experienced a devastating fire that destroyed much of its downtown area. Despite the destruction, the town quickly rebuilt and became home to Oklahoma State University just a few years later.

4. In 1919, actress Jeanne Eagels, star of the Broadway hit "Rain" and the film "The Letter," was born in Kansas City, Missouri. Eagels, who spent some of her childhood in Oklahoma, was known for her powerful and emotional performances on stage and screen.

5. In 1985, Oklahoma City resident Timothy McVeigh was arrested for driving without a license plate. McVeigh would later become infamous for his role in the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing, which killed 168 people and injured hundreds more.