Looking Back – May 29

Cannon fire and the playing of the "1812 Overture" concluded the 10th annual SALUTE! concert in 2010. From The Republic archives

2010

Columbus Indiana Philharmonic presented the 10th annual SALUTE! concert and program on the Bartholomew County Courthouse lawn to honor those who serve the country in the military and the family of Marine Sgt. Jeremy McQueary, who was killed in Afghanistan in February, was presented a flag in his honor.

1995

”Listening posts” were stationed throughout downtown Columbus, allowing residents a chance to voice opinions about the future of “everyone’s neighborhood.”

1970

The Kroot Corp. celebrated its 70th year in business at an open house at its new facilities on State Road 7 on the southeast edge of Columbus.