Looking Back – February 17

2008

Toyota Industrial Equipment Manufacturing Inc. became a charter member of Indiana’s new Environmental Stewardship Program, recognizing the company’s use of clean-fuel alternatives and reduction of pollutants released into the air.

1993

Columbus received a $200,000 grant from the Federal Highway Administration for construction of People Trails to link downtown Columbus to businesses near Interstate 65.

1968

The CVR (Color Video Recorder) XXI, the color television/tape recorder called “the home entertainment of the future,” was unveiled in New York City by Arvin Industries.