Looking Back, Nov. 4, 2023

Kylie Freeman, left, and Sarah Martin, physics students at Columbus North High School, tested their handmade vehicle in the annual Mouse Trap/Rat Trap Race in 1998.

From The Republic archives

Nov. 4

2013

City officials took steps to oust Nusun Inc. from its International Drive industrial building near Walesboro after the solar panel manufacturer did not live up to obligations to repay city and county financial assistance.

1998

Democrat Steve Heimann won his re-election bid as circuit court judge, Republican Kenny Whipker was elected sheriff and GOP candidates swept the county council election.

1973

The second annual “Pigskin Scramble” football game between the city’s two high schools saw North down East 20-6.