1. Missouri's Irish roots: March 17 marks St. Patrick's Day, a holiday that celebrates the Irish culture and heritage. Missouri has a significant Irish population, with many Irish immigrants settling in the state during the 19th century. The city of St. Louis has even been dubbed the "Irish Capital of the Midwest."

2. Missouri's St. Patrick's Day Parade: The largest St. Patrick's Day parade in Missouri takes place in St. Louis, where thousands of people line the streets to watch the procession of floats, bands, dancers, and Irish-themed costumes. The parade has been a St. Louis tradition for over 50 years.

3. St. Patrick's Day flood: In 1936, Missouri experienced one of the worst floods in its history right around the time of St. Patrick's Day. The flood waters swamped much of the state, including St. Louis, causing millions of dollars in property damage and displacing thousands of people.

4. St. Patrick's Day tornado: On March 17, 2017, a tornado touched down in Missouri's Perry County, causing significant damage to buildings and homes. Fortunately, no one was killed, but the tornado was a stark reminder that severe weather can strike at any time.

5. Missouri's iconic St. Patrick's Day landmarks: Missouri is home to several iconic St. Patrick's Day landmarks, including Dublin, a small town in central Missouri that boasts an Irish flag painted on its water tower, and Kansas City's Kelly's Westport Inn, a famous Irish bar that has been serving drinks for over 70 years.