Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 14, 1967, the Argus-Leader announced a pivotal moment in Iowa sports history: Larry “Bub” Korver’s decision...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 14, 1886, at least nineteen tornadoes ripped through Iowa. A massive F4 tornado touched down near Griswold...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 14, 1978, Decorah’s Lon Olejniczak captured the first of 28 wins in a record-setting season on the mound...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰:  On April 13, 1904, eager Iowans taking to the state's dirt roads necessitated the creation of the Iowa Highway...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 13, 1957, Saturday Night Live cast member Gary Kroeger was born in Cedar Falls, Iowa. A writer and actor,...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 12, 1977, the gates of the Saylorville Dam closed for the first time. Built to protect Des Moines from...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 12, 1927, Denison’s own Clarence Duncan Chamberlin soared to national fame when he flew his monoplane for...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 12, 1917, Iowa’s 37th General Assembly approved a bill establishing a state park system for Iowa. Iowa’s...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 11, 1985, four-time state champion high school wrestler from Osage, Mark Schwab, committed to the...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 11, 2001, a deadly tornado ripped through the small town of Agency in Wapello County. 28 twisters touched...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 11, 1910, Iowa fans everywhere mourned the loss of the beloved live mascot Burch the bear. The forerunner...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 10, 1910, final preparations came together for runners to take their marks at the inaugural Drake Relays in...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰:  On April 10, 1972, Cloris Leachman won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role in “The Last Picture...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 9, 1980, Pella Patrolman John Van Haaftan lost his life in the line of duty. Shot during an undercover...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 9, 1968, all-time Iowa wrestling greats Tom and Terry Brands were born. The brothers from Sheldon went on...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 8, 1973 , possibly the worst late-season blizzard in the history of Iowa hit the state while dropping as...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 8, 1870, the Iowa Legislature provided final approval of a permanent capitol building for Des Moines. The...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰:  On April 7, 2000, the University of Iowa announced Lisa Bluder as the head coach for Hawkeye women’s basketball. A...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 7, 1851, in a dubious and perhaps duplicitous election, Decorah carried the day in an upset over the...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 7, 1947, legendary Iowa State center Don Smith (Zaid Abdul-Aziz) was born. The 6’9” All-American and 1968...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 6, 1867, the uniquely flamboyant Samuel Franklin Cody was born in Davenport. A man almost as colorful as...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰:  On April 6, 1986, the University of Iowa officially announced Dr. Tom Davis as head coach of the Hawkeyes. The...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 6, 1862, Mayor Robert Dott of Anamosa, along with many of his fellow volunteers in the 14th Regiment Iowa...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 6, 1954, Simon Roberts of Davenport captured a high school state wrestling championship. A barrier-breaking...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On the evening of April 5, 1804, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark sat down to write speeches inviting...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰:  On April 5, 1911, actor Gordon Jones was born in Alden. Best known for playing Lou Costello's TV nemesis "Mike the...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 4, 1972, Cyclone standout and MLB baseball pitcher Matt Wagner was born in Cedar Falls. Best known for his...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 4, 1913, the actress and singer Rosemary Lane was born in Indianola. A standout solo performer, as well as...

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 4, 1853, the Iowa Asylum for the Blind opened in Iowa City under the direction of founder Samuel Bacon....

Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On April 3, 1993, C. Vivian Stringer’s Iowa Hawkeyes fell in the Final Four. The finale to an unforgettable season,...