Below are reviews of the city of Columbia, MS from an actual visitor's perspective.
The quietness.
We saw all the gorgeous lights at Christmas in Columbus!! We were so entertained how the light blinked in rhythm with the music. My favorite thing were the horses ! They were magnificent!! My grandsons and I enjoyed the ride My favorite store was Walgreens because of all the Lovely Christmas decorations and fabulous gifts.
A lot of places to eat, not much to do, but 30 min ride and you're in Hattiesburg.