The new Marion County Tourism Committee had their first meeting at the Marion County Development Partnership to go over the Tourism Survey that was recently conducted and to begin the work of determining the best solutions for bringing more visitors to our area and establishing the goals, mission, and priorities of the committee. Tourism is [...]
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BUSINESS PROFILE THE ROUND TABLE RESTAURANT 318 Church Street, Columbia, MS – 601-736-3438 One of the most popular places to get some good down home cooking in Columbia is the historic Round Table Restaurant. Although the structure was built in 1915, The Round Table has been operating as a restaurant continuously since 1940, and has [...]
Share on FacebookThe airboat has arrived to Columbia! I had the pleasure of taking a ride on the new airboat with Pearl River Airboat Adventures and it was a blast. Any initial apprehension and concerns that I may have had were soon replaced with excitement and sheer exhilaration once the boat launched from the Water Park. Overall, [...]
Share on FacebookThe Pearl River is about to get a lot more fun and exciting! Sometime in August, Marion County will have a new attraction with Pearl River Airboat Adventures. The airboat will launch from the Water Park and take riders on trips up the Pearl River to Red Bluff and beyond for sightseeing and wildlife tours. [...]
Share on FacebookMARION COUNTY RECREATIONAL RAILROAD The sound of the train whistle and the clacking of the rails have long been a part of the atmosphere in Marion County since the railroad was built here in the early 1880′s. The train was an integral aspect of life here for over a century and in many ways it [...]
Share on FacebookThe warmer weather has brought forth some colorful foliage in our yards and gardens this Spring, as well as bountiful fruits, vegetables, and berries. Here is a selection of photos of local blooms, blossoms, and bushes. Share on Facebook
Share on FacebookThe Columbia Water Park The Water Park is an excellent place for bicycle ride, a frisbee game, an outdoor picnic, birthday party, or a quiet stroll down a nature trail. Located on Highway 35 near the Highway 13 intersection, the Water Park offers vast open playing fields and facilities suitable for a variety of sports [...]
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Marion County Journal is an online magazine for the communities of Marion County, Mississippi. This site showcases some of the amazing people, places, businesses, and events that make Marion County such a unique place to live and work.
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