1. The town of Matfield Green was founded on July 29, 1884. Located in the scenic Flint Hills region of central Kansas, Matfield Green was originally a stop on the Santa Fe Trail. Today, it is known for its art community and annual Prairie Fire Festival, which celebrates the region's natural beauty and cultural heritage.

2. On July 29, 1911, the city of Wichita was hit by a deadly tornado that killed 9 people and caused millions of dollars in damage. Known as the "Wichita Cyclone," it was one of the deadliest tornadoes in Kansas history and a stark reminder of the state's vulnerability to severe weather.

3. In 1952, legendary basketball coach Adolph Rupp visited Wichita to give a speech at the Kansas High School Activities Association coaching school. Rupp, who coached the University of Kentucky to four national championships, was one of the most influential figures in the history of basketball and his visit was a major event for sports fans in Kansas.

4. Kansas Governor Sam Brownback declared July 29, 2014 "National Guard Day" in honor of the state's citizen soldiers. The Kansas National Guard has played a vital role in the state's history, serving in conflicts from the Civil War to the War on Terror.

5. On July 29, 2020, the Kansas City Chiefs announced that they had signed quarterback Patrick Mahomes to a record-breaking 10-year contract extension worth over $500 million. Mahomes, who led the Chiefs to a Super Bowl victory in 2019, is widely considered one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL and a key figure in the team's bright future.