From our files: July 27, 2019
10 Years ago: July 27, 2009
NEWS: The Humboldt County Fair Cookoff Challenge was a new addition to the fair.
SPORTS: Jim Redemske, of Clarion, won the Lakeside Senior Amateur golf title.
25 Years ago: July 27, 1994
NEWS: The Frigidaire-Laundry Division sent home 150 employees early when they were overcome by fumes from an assembly line lubricant.
SPORTS: Fort Dodge all-stater Nate Zehr, an offensive tackle, headed a group of five area preps playing in the Iowa Shrine Bowl football game.
50 Years ago: July 27, 1969
NEWS: Fort Dodge and northwest Iowa were pounded by torrential rains, tornadic winds and hail, leaving behind heavy property and crop damage.
SPORTS: The Fort Dodge Merchants posted a 7-5 victory over Williamsburg, earning the right to play for the semi-pro title.