Long before everyone carried a clock and their phone in a pocket, the clocks above the County Courthouse were important to the local businesses. In the early days of the courthouse hardly anyone had watches and clocks. For those away from the town square the clock bell was also an important item.
The City Park was a busy place Saturday as the Freedom Fest sponsored by the Columbus Fire Department had a full evening of events leading up to the fireworks.
The winners of the Freedom Fest girls Turtle Races six years old and under were Bella Buntin, of Oklahoma City with first place and Brielle Brownlee of Santa Rosa, California travelled to compete in the Freedom Fest games. Presenting the prizes was J.D. Miner.
“But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander.” 1 Peter 3:15-16 NIV
A lot of work goes into putting on the All-School Reunion. Before the dinner began, committee members showed up to inflate balloons, tie on ribbons and decorate all the tables and make sure everything was ready for the evening’s festivities.