Looking Back – March 17

2008

Randy Proffitt, executive director of marketing and communications at Ivy Tech Community College Columbus, received a bronze award for a poster he designed targeting graduating high school students, the 14th time his work was recognized by the National Council of Marketing and Public Relations Professionals.

1993

Donner Swim Club garnered 11 first-place finishes and placed fifth overall at the state meet at the IUPUI Natatorium in Indianapolis, and 12-year volunteer Carolyn Fellerhoff was the recipient of the Indiana Outstanding Service Award presented by United States Swimming.

1968

A federal ruling placed Columbus among counties required to observe daylight saving time for the summer and early fall months.