A few 2023 highlights about town in Columbia ...
The crew from Henkels & McCoy worked around town for several months installing fiber optic cable this year.
Dusk as seen through the Holy Trinity Cemetery
This cherub bundled up against the cold.
The Vet 21 Salute Honor Guard performed a 3-volley salute at the funeral of Charles R. "Bud" Heim at the United Methodist Church.
Morning in Columbia
Frank Doutrich displayed a "blow-up" of a check to prove to council that he had made a payment.
For some strange reason, the bell tower and trim on the former Manor Street School were painted black in the recent past.
A section of Route 462 roughly from Cherry Street to 16th Street was finally repaved this year after having been a nightmare for drivers for over a year.
Cliff Logan, Jr. of AE Balloon Flights made several flights over Columbia this past summer.
Bridge inspectors checked the Veterans Memorial Bridge several times in 2023.
A weight limit was imposed for vehicles on the bridge.
This is one the many cats who live at the Lloyd Mifflin House.
Many artists participated in this year's Plein Air event.
Some people might recognize this Market House standholder.
Over 30 volunteers honored the fallen at Mount Bethel Cemetery on Saturday, April 22, by cleaning veterans' headstones. Almost 700 veterans from the Revolutionary War through the Vietnam War are buried there.
Habitat for Humanity made great strides this year on the housing project on South Fifth Street.
Bob Smith, who spearheaded the Columbia Hometown Hero banner program, was the Grand Marshal for the 2023 Memorial Day Parade.
Raymond C. Wallace, Jr., who parachuted into Normandy on D-Day, gave his trademark "thumbs up" at the 2023 Memorial Day Parade.
Many women in the military are represented on banners throughout town.
About 35 people attended today's Annual Flag Day Ceremony in Locust Street Park, which was presented by the Columbia-Middletown Elks #1074. Veteran Ryan Sexton was the guest speaker. Mayor Leo Lutz, the Frontier Girls, Columbia Cub Scout Pack #35, Boy Scout Troop #35 and others also participated.
Thunder on the River drew many participants and spectators.
Albatwitch Hard Cider was available at the Columbia Market House.
This sign was posted on North Front Street.
Ashley Tabernacle COGIC held its annual baptism at Columbia River Park in August.
Wilderness Inquiry canoemobiles at Columbia River Park in October
Halloween came and went.
Santa and helpers down at the bridge collected Toys for Tots.
Foggy morning at the Holy Trinity Cemetery
Sometimes a good scratch is all it takes to have a good day.
On to 2024!
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