10 Years ago: April 21, 2009

NEWS: The first phase of Fort Dodge’s Corridor of Commerce project was underway with the construction of a retaining wall at Fifth Avenue South and Eighth Street, where the sculpture “Parade” would be placed.

SPORTS: The Fort Dodge girls soccer team beat Spencer 1-0 in their first game on field turf at Dodger Stadium.

25 Years ago: April 21, 1994

NEWS: James Bocken and James Moench were elected to the board of directors at Boatman’s Bank.

SPORTS: Algona beat St. Edmond 166-175 in boys golf.

50 Years ago: April 21, 1969

NEWS: Richard Nedved, of Laurens, received a $375 scholarship from Bourne Electronics Co. to attend Iowa State University, where he was a sophomore in mechanical engineering.

SPORTS: St. Edmond came in third at the Sac Relays.