Town of Columbia

03/06/2026

A true treasure will be on display soon at Columbia Town Hall. A turn of the 20th century desk and typewriter belonging to former mayor Margaret Lynn Mecom Alford is currently being lovingly restored. Donated by a family friend, the desk set will make its permanent home on public display at town hall, 7010 US 165.

A piece of Columbia history is coming home! ❤️The desk and typewrit...

03/06/2026

A big WELCOME to The Caldwell Watchman on Riser Street. May you continue to grow and prosper in your new space.

We Have Moved!
Don’t forget, started tomorrow, June 1, the new office for The Caldwell Watchman is now at 228 Riser St., Columbia (next to DMV).
All telephone numbers, email addresses and mailing addresses remain the same.

26/05/2026

FARMERS MARKET OPENING DAY - SATURDAY, JUNE 6TH at 8am
**and every Saturday in June and July**

🐾🍋 Our tails are wagging… Season 8 of the Columbia Pop-Up Farmers Market is almost here!
We are ready for sunny weekends, local vendors, sweet treats, and small-town fun! ☀️🛍️
Get ready to sip, shop, and stroll with us every Saturday in June and July!
📍 Downtown Columbia
🍋 Fresh lemonade approved by even the pickiest pups
🎉 Season 8 loading… SATURDAY, JUNE 6TH at 8am

22/05/2026

🇺🇸 SO PROUD to be nationally accredited. 🇺🇸 This is a big step forward, and we couldn’t be more excited to have this honor. Thank you to everyone who makes this a great place to live!

Nineteen Louisiana communities have been recognized as Accredited Main Street America programs for their work in preservation-based economic development and downtown revitalization.

18/05/2026

Today we’re celebrating someone who brings not only leadership to our community, but heart, wisdom, and a true spirit of service.

Happy Birthday to our wonderful council member and mayor pro tem, Sonja Carroll! Your willingness to listen, your ability to bring people together, and your commitment to finding common ground - even when the conversations and decisions are tough - make you an incredible asset to our town. You lead with grace, fairness, and a genuine desire to do what’s best for everyone.

We are so grateful for your leadership and friendship.
Please join us in wishing our mayor pro tem a very Happy Birthday!!! May this year be filled with joy, good health, and many blessings! 🎉🎂🎈

11/05/2026

🚽 A Friendly Reminder from the Town Utility Crew 💙

Just because a package says *flushable* doesn’t mean it’s safe for our municipal sewer system. Unfortunately, wipes - even the ones labeled “flushable” - do NOT break down like toilet paper and are causing significant stoppages in parts of town.

Please help us protect our system by remembering:

✅ Toilet Paper — Flush it
❌ Wipes (even “flushable” ones) — Trash it

A little change at home can make a big difference for our entire community. Thank you for helping keep our system flowing smoothly! 💧🏡

08/05/2026

🎉 Great news for the Town of Columbia! 🎉

We are proud to announce that our water system has earned an “A” Water Grade from the Louisiana Department of Health - an improvement from our “B” rating last year!

This achievement reflects not only our commitment to providing safe, reliable, and high-quality water to our residents, businesses, and visitors, but also the behind-the-scenes work that makes strong public service possible.

Over the past year, the Town of Columbia has implemented a **new record-keeping system**, strengthened documentation and reporting practices, and ensured **timely compliance and payments** - all important steps in building a stronger, more accountable utility system.

This “A” rating is a direct reflection of the dedication of our staff, our public works team, and our commitment to continuous improvement.

Please join us in celebrating this accomplishment. Columbia continues raising the bar, and we’re proud of the progress being made for our community! 💧💙 We ❤️living here!



Click on the link below to get YOUR water service rating for Caldwell Parish. We have some great local systems!

07/05/2026

If you can please avoid the intersection at Jackson and Pearl Street. Our Maintenance guys are working hard at getting this sinkhole repaired and keeping our community safe. Please use caution in the area.

05/05/2026

🚧 Please use caution when in the area of Jackson and Pearl Streets as our crews are evaluating a sinkhole. 🚧
We are waiting on a utility provider to evaluate and mark their lines before we begin the repair. Thank you for your patience!

This summer, you will begin noticing some big improvements to our beautiful downtown as street and infrastructure repairs are about to be bid. Our town received a $500k appropriation for this work from our state legislature. A major thank you to our State Senator Glen Womack and Representative Neil Riser for sponsoring this funding and our house appropriations chair Jack McFarland of Jackson Parish for the help!

04/05/2026

It's Public Service Employee Recognition Week... and We❤️our team! If you have business at town hall or see them downtown on Main Street Columbia, be sure to thank these hard working employees. Not pictured, but TRULY appreciated are Billie Clark (Main Street Assistant and Worker Bee!) Mary D. Rucker (Clerk/Vacation Relief). It's these great office employees who help make us absolutely❤️living here!