10 Years ago: April 8, 2009

NEWS: A group of historians and archaeologists were examining the original site of the 1850s military post along First Avenue North in Fort Dodge.

SPORTS: Humboldt beat Fort Dodge 3-1 in boys soccer.

25 Years ago: April 8, 1994

NEWS: The Webster City Substance Abuse Free Environment Coalition was one of six Iowa organizations honored at a summit sponsored by the Governor’s Alliance on Substance Abuse.

SPORTS: The Minnesota Twins beat the California Angels 7-4.

50 Years ago: April 8, 1969

NEWS: The Foragers Chapter of Questers held its charter night in the assembly room of the Warden Hotel with nine charter members present.

SPORTS: Lois Davidson bowled a 132 game in the Red Hots league.