1. In 1950, Missouri native Harry S. Truman announced the decision to intervene in the Korean War, sending U.S. troops to aid South Korea against the North's invasion. Truman was born and raised in Missouri, and maintained close ties to the state throughout his presidency.

2. On March 30, 1870, the Missouri State Capitol building was dedicated in Jefferson City. The building was constructed in the Greek Revival style, and remains one of the most iconic structures in the state.

3. In 1926, the Missouri State Highway Department began construction of the Lake of the Ozarks, a massive man-made reservoir located in central Missouri. The lake has become a popular recreational destination, known for its fishing, boating, and other water activities.

4. Famous baseball player and Missouri native Yogi Berra was born on March 30, 1925. Berra played for the New York Yankees for nearly two decades, and is considered one of the greatest catchers in baseball history.

5. On March 30, 2008, Missouri Governor Matt Blunt signed a bill into law prohibiting texting while driving. Missouri was one of the first states to enact such a law, paving the way for similar laws across the country.