10 Years ago: April 23, 2009

NEWS: The Rev. Madai Taylor spoke about spiritual wellness to a group at Friendship Haven.

SPORTS: Iowa Central beat Iowa Lakes 2-1 and 3-2 in softball.

25 Years ago: April 23, 1994

NEWS: Former President Richard M. Nixon died at age 81.

SPORTS: Fort Dodge’s Joe Bohn won the long jump at the Urbandale Invitational.

50 Years ago: April 23, 1969

NEWS: Larry E. Wuebker received the Bronze Star and Paul E. Feld received the Purple Heart. Both men were from Rockwell City.

SPORTS: Prairie of Gowrie won the Class B championship at the Humboldt Relays.