Looking Back – February 19

2009

Salin Bank withdrew its sponsorship of Popfest, a free community concert the bank launched nearly 30 years prior, citing economic conditions.

1994

Two months of pouring out salt, sand and cash to clear streets and roadways left Columbus and Bartholomew County street departments hoping for no more winter blasts.

1969

Samuel P. Simmermaker, news director of WCSI Radio, was named president of United Press International Broadcasters of Indiana.