2008
Nearly three days after high-speed winds, spawned by Hurricane Ike, roared through parts of Indiana, about 75 percent of Jennings County still lacked electricity, despite long hours by utility crews, and schools were closed for the fourth consecutive day.
1993
The inaugural Chautauqua of the Arts of Columbus opened, turning Mill Race Park into a mini-city for the weekend.
1968
The new Lincoln Elementary School at Fifth and Pearl streets, designed by Gunnar Birkerts, was chosen “School of the Year” by the American Institute of Architects.
