10 Years ago: July 11, 2009

NEWS: More then 45 miles of water trails in Webster County were officially added to the state’s 1,000-plus existing miles.

SPORTS: The St. Edmond softball team pitched a shutout against South Hamilton, winning 5-0 in a Class 2A first-round regional contest.

25 Years ago: July 11, 1994

NEWS: Sen. Tom Harkin, D-Iowa, stumped for area Democrats at a fundraiser at the Starlite Village Motel and Lounge.

SPORTS: Dave Sergeant and Stacey Bergman were the men’s and women’s winners, respectively, in The Messenger City Golf Tournament.

50 Years ago: July 11, 1969

NEWS: Webster County supervisors awarded contracts for the complete air conditioning of the county courthouse.

SPORTS: The Dodgers beat Paton-Churdan, 9-5, led by Mike Kuker’s three doubles, for their 13th win.