10 Years ago: Jan. 2, 2009

NEWS: Alaitz Araiza was the first baby born in Fort Dodge in 2009.

SPORTS: Iowa beat South Carolina 31-10 in the Outback Bowl.

25 Years ago: Jan. 2, 1994

NEWS: Dr. Timothy J. Nagel, of Clarion, was recertified a diplomate of the American Board of Family Practice.

SPORTS: Wisconsin beat UCLA 21-16 in the Rose Bowl.

50 Years ago: Jan. 2, 1969

NEWS: Iva Jean Neiderheiser, of Paton, graduated as a WAVE from the U.S. Naval Training Center in Bainbridge, Maryland.

SPORTS: Margaret Peterson bowled a 213 game in the Rambling Rose league.