Columbus is on the Tombigbee and Luxapalila rivers, near the Alabama border

Founded as a trading post called Possum Town

Crime: The number of violent crimes recorded by the FBI in 2003 was 73. The number of murders and homicides was 4. The violent crime rate was 2.9 per 1,000 people.

Well-known residents have included:
· Tennessee Williams, playwright
· Walter "Red" Barber, baseball broadcaster

Local festivals include:
· Heritage Festival - Oct. 6-7, 2006
· Market Street Festival - May 4-5, 2007
· Tennessee Williams Trubute Weekend - Sept. 7-10, 2006
Dates often change. Check Columbus web sites and events links in the sections below.

Nearby parks & recreation: Lake Lowndes State Park