Looking Back – Dec. 21

Alexia Persinger and Bryan Jimenez work on wrapping books for Love Chapel on Dec. 16, 2015.

2015

Columbus Fire Department Battalion Chief Mike Compton was selected as the new fire chief, effective Jan. 1. Compton had been with the fire department for 28 years.

2000

A total of 1,300 parcels were mailed from Columbus, a staggering amount compared to the average of 300 parcels during the rest of the year.

1975

Firemen’s Cheer Fund volunteers began making deliveries of toys, clothing and food baskets to children in need in Bartholomew County. A total of $6,844 was raised for the Fund.