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  • 1 August, 1901
    The first official race of the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) was held.
  • 1 August, 1923
    The first American football game was played at the newly built War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock, Arkansas.
  • 1 August, 1936
    The Summer Olympics opened in Berlin, Germany, with significant participation from American athletes.
  • 1 August, 1957
    The American rock 'n' roll singer Elvis Presley released his single "Jailhouse Rock," which became a major hit.
  • 1 August, 1966
    The film "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly," directed by Sergio Leone and starring Clint Eastwood, premiered in Rome, Italy.
  • 1 August, 1972
    Arkansas native Glen Campbell won a Grammy Award for Best Male Country Vocal Performance.
  • 1 August, 1981
    MTV (Music Television) launched its first broadcast, revolutionizing the music industry and popular culture.
  • 1 August, 1990
    The "Shining Stars" project, an educational program in Arkansas, was officially launched to support youth education and development.
  • 1 August, 1997
    The Arkansas Razorbacks football team won their first game of the season, marking a strong start to their campaign.
  • 1 August, 2002
    Arkansas native and country singer-songwriter Faith Hill was honored with a special tribute at the Country Music Association Awards.
  • 1 August, 2006
    The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra celebrated its 40th anniversary with a special concert event in Little Rock.
  • 1 August, 2010
    Little Rock, Arkansas, hosted the annual "Rock 'n' Roll Marathon," attracting participants from around the world.
  • 1 August, 2012
    American singer Beyoncé performed at the Super Bowl XLVII halftime show, receiving widespread acclaim.
  • 1 August, 2014
    Arkansas celebrated its annual "Ozark Folk Festival," showcasing local music and culture.
  • 1 August, 2015
    The Arkansas Razorbacks football team had a successful pre-season game, generating excitement for the upcoming season.
  • 1 August, 2017
    The Little Rock Zoo celebrated its 90th anniversary with a special event featuring animal exhibits and community activities.
  • 1 August, 2018
    American film "Black Panther" won several awards at the annual film industry awards, including Best Picture.
  • 1 August, 2020
    The Arkansas Arts Center opened its new exhibit, showcasing regional artists and promoting local creativity.
  • 1 August, 2021
    Little Rock hosted its first outdoor music festival since the pandemic, featuring local bands and artists.
  • 1 August, 2023
    Arkansas celebrated the reopening of its historic theater with a special screening of classic films and performances.

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