Looking Back – January 4

A beacon atop the water tower on the hill behind Edinburgh High School for more than 10 years, this star included 100 15-watt bulbs and was visible for miles in all directions during the 1960-70 holiday season. From The Republic archives

2010

An electrical fire caused about $30,000 in damage to Columbus North High School’s band and choir areas.

1995

Three-term Republican City Councilwoman Lynn Bigley announced she would not seek a fourth term. Republican Larry Kleinhenz was named chairman of the Bartholomew County Commissioners.

1970

Two safes were broken into at the Hook’s Drug Store in Eastbrook Plaza.