1. The solar eclipse of 2017: On August 21, 2017, many Hoosiers across Indiana were treated to a rare total solar eclipse. The eclipse was visible in a swath across much of the United States, and Hoosiers were treated to a partial eclipse that lasted for several hours.

2. The 1959 F3 Tornado Outbreak: On August 21, 1959, a devastating tornado outbreak swept across much of the Midwest, including Indiana. The outbreak produced several tornadoes, including an F3 tornado that struck the town of Washington, Indiana, killing two people and injuring dozens more.

3. Indiana State Fair Tragedy: On August 13, 2011, a stage collapsed at the Indiana State Fair, killing seven people and injuring dozens more. The stage collapsed during a performance by the country duo Sugarland, and the tragedy shocked the state and the nation.

4. Birth of the Indiana Pacers: On August 21, 1967, the Indiana Pacers were born, joining the American Basketball Association (ABA). The Pacers quickly became one of the top teams in the ABA, winning three championships before the league merged with the National Basketball Association (NBA) in 1976.

5. Indiana's Bicentennial Celebration: On August 21, 2016, Indiana celebrated its 200th birthday as a state. The day was marked with parades, fireworks, and other celebrations across the state, as Hoosiers came together to honor the state's rich history and legacy.