1. On May 6, 1937, the Hindenburg disaster occurred in New Jersey, but many residents of Arkansas were affected by the tragedy. The state was home to 36 people who perished in the disaster, as well as a number of families who lost loved ones or acquaintances.

2. In 1954, the Arkansas State Police was founded on May 6th, marking an important milestone in the state's law enforcement history. Today, the ASP is responsible for a wide range of duties, including protecting the governor and other state officials, enforcing traffic laws, and investigating criminal activity.

3. On May 6, 1960, a tornado struck the town of Blytheville, killing 31 people and injuring more than 200 others. The storm caused extensive damage, destroying more than 300 homes and businesses and leaving many residents homeless.

4. In 1991, the Arkansas Razorbacks baseball team won their first-ever SEC Tournament Championship on May 6th, defeating the LSU Tigers 5-3 in the final. The victory proved to be a major boost for the program, which went on to win two national championships later that decade.

5. Finally, on May 6th, 2007, former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee announced that he was running for President of the United States. While he ultimately fell short of securing the nomination, Huckabee's candidacy represented a significant moment in the state's political history, highlighting Arkansas' growing role in national politics.