1. Kentucky officially became the fifteenth state in the United States on August 30, 1792. This event was the result of Kentucky's rapid growth and development, which led to a push for statehood.

2. On August 30, 1813, the Battle of Fort Mims took place in what is now southern Alabama, involving both Creek Native Americans and American settlers from Kentucky. Many Kentuckians lost their lives in the battle, which is now considered one of the most brutal conflicts in early American history.

3. On August 30, 1862, Confederate forces led by General Braxton Bragg withdrew from the city of Louisville, Kentucky, after several days of occupying the area. This event marked a turning point in the Civil War, as it allowed Union forces to regain control of the region.

4. In 2014, the Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville, Kentucky, celebrated its 10th anniversary on August 30. The center, which is dedicated to promoting Ali's legacy as a boxer, activist, and humanitarian, has become a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

5. On August 30, 2019, the Kentucky Lottery announced that it had set a new record for annual sales, with $1.14 billion in revenue. This milestone marked the eighth consecutive year that the lottery had seen growth in sales, with more Kentuckians than ever before choosing to play the lottery.