<p>COLUMBIA — The city of Columbia got a brush with national stardom this week as American Idol winner Hannah Harper paid a visit to town, drawing a warm welcome from local tourism officials and residents alike. Visit Columbia TN shared the news on social media, congratulating Harper and thanking her for stopping by. The post called Columbia "our beautiful town" — and we couldn't agree more.</p><p>Harper's visit is a reminder of the growing profile Maury County carries beyond its borders. Details on the nature of the visit were not immediately available, but the community response was enthusiastic. We'll have more if further details emerge. Congratulations to Hannah Harper on her national title.</p>