1. In 1822, Missouri became the first state west of the Mississippi River to grant women the right to vote in school elections. This was a significant step towards women's suffrage, which would not be achieved nationally until several decades later.

2. On January 3, 1865, the Battle of Jonesboro took place during the American Civil War. The Union Army, led by General William T. Sherman, defeated Confederate forces under General Patrick Cleburne. The victory enabled Sherman's army to continue their march towards Atlanta, ultimately leading to the capture of the city.

3. In 1928, the Missouri State Highway Patrol was established. The agency was created to enforce traffic laws and provide assistance to travelers on Missouri's highways. Today, the Missouri State Highway Patrol is responsible for a wide range of public safety and law enforcement activities across the state.

4. On January 3, 1969, the Missouri Tigers football team won the Orange Bowl, defeating the University of Alabama 35-10. The victory was particularly significant because Alabama was widely regarded as the best team in the country coming into the game. The win cemented Missouri's status as a top-ranked college football program and helped raise the profile of the university as a whole.

5. In 1994, a massive ice storm struck much of Missouri, causing widespread power outages and significant damage to trees and power lines. The storm lasted for several days and affected over one million people across the state. The disaster led to significant public safety concerns, including the loss of heat and electricity during extreme cold weather. The storm serves as a reminder of the importance of emergency preparedness and the need to be ready for unexpected weather events.