1. In 1923, the Missouri State Fair opened in Sedalia, Missouri. This fair has been held annually since 1901 and attracts thousands of visitors from across the state.

2. On September 8, 1935, Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery was dedicated in St. Louis County. This cemetery is the final resting place for over 200,000 veterans and their families and is the largest operating cemetery managed by the National Cemetery Administration.

3. In 1974, President Gerald Ford visited Kansas City, Missouri, and spoke at a ceremony celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Kansas City Southern Railway. During his speech, Ford praised the railway for its contributions to the economy and transportation in the region.

4. On September 8, 1996, pitcher Roger Clemens of the Boston Red Sox struck out 20 batters in a game against the Detroit Tigers at Tiger Stadium in Detroit, Michigan. This record-setting performance solidified Clemens' reputation as one of the greatest pitchers in baseball history.

5. In 2018, the Missouri Department of Transportation closed the westbound lanes of the Poplar Street Bridge in St. Louis for repairs. This closure caused major traffic delays and forced commuters to find alternate routes. The bridge, which spans the Mississippi River, is a critical transportation link between Missouri and Illinois.