The fun in Columbus’ history is found in odd occurrences, interesting coincidences and its community of eclectic sometimes bizarre yet totally relate-able people!
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The Town of Columbus was formed in 1855 as the County of Polk officially became a part of North Carolina. The Town itself was officially incorporated on February 2, 1 857. Read a municipal history of Columbus, NC here.