Mike Wolanin | The Republic Parade participants wave from the Dorel Juvenile Group float during the annual Festival of Lights parade in Columbus, Ind., Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024.

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With the Dominican group was Zari Carmona, wearing a straw hat, along with friend Sandra Lopez, who said she estimated there are 10,000 to 15,000 people of Dominican heritage in the Columbus area ...

As we deck the halls and trim the tree, it’s common to reflect on Columbus Christmas traditions of old. Perhaps one of the most beloved holiday traditions was Lazarus’ Christmas Parade in ...