Looking Back – Dec. 17

Paige Littrell takes a shot during a game at Lawrence North in 2013.

From The Republic archives

2013

Festival of Lights Parade committee members said they never anticipated the backlash that would ensue when they canceled the 23rd annual event.

1998

A Paris Crossing man caused six traffic accidents and led police on a 30-minute chase from East Columbus to southwestern Brown County.

1973

Popcorn strings appeared to be more popular than tinsel on Christmas trees around Columbus.