Looking Back

Fifty years ago today, December 14, 1966

Projects Delayed

President Johnson’s order for a cutback in federal road funds will force a delay in construction of three major highway projects in Muscogee County — including the second leg of the Lindsay Creek Parkway.

Highway Board

A move to get State Sen. Harry C. Jackson a seat on the Georgia Highway Board grew out of a meeting Tuesday between local legislators and Muscogee County commissioners.

Derby Track

After considerable discussion Tuesday, Muscogee County Commission passed a motion by three to two to provide about $9,000 toward construction of a year-round Soap Box Derby track in cooperation with the Columbus Jaycees.

This story was originally published December 13, 2016 at 11:38 AM with the headline "Looking Back."