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    Craftsmanship, community come together at TACS Westside Mixer

    TRYON—On the evening of September 5, the Tryon Arts & Crafts School hosted its second and final Westside ...

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    Walter Gurbo to exhibit recent work at Upstairs Artspace

    TRYON—Upstairs Artspace recently announced it will welcome painter, sculptor, illustrator, muralist, set designer, and filmmaker Walter Gurbo for ...

    Community

    Tryon Garden Club to host presentation by Jim Welch

    TRYON—The Tryon Garden Club will host a presentation by Jim Welch, co-host of the long-running South Carolina ETV ...

    Business

    Crafting wooden treasures at the Columbus Farmers Market with Dan Loudermelt

    COLUMBUS—Every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon at Courthouse Square, Dan Loudermelt showcases his work under the banner ...

    Community

    Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce to host “Thrive Talks” 

    COLUMBUS—On Thursday, September 25, from 8 to 9 a.m., the Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce will host an ...

    Arts

    Artist Lori Loftus displays work at Saluda Library

    SALUDA—Local artist Lori Loftus is exhibiting her nature printing at the Saluda Library through October 18. A public ...

    Community

    Champions for Wildlife to host “Wild for Red Wolves”

    TRYON—Champions for Wildlife will host Wild for Red Wolves, a free family event celebrating one of the world’s ...

    Community

    Polk County 4-H announces September classes

    COLUMBUS—Polk County 4-H has announced its September classes, which aim to engage youth in hands-on learning experiences. The ...

    Community

    Landrum Farmers Market to host third annual ‘A Taste of the Market’ 

    LANDRUM—On Saturday, October 11, from 6 to 8 p.m., the Landrum Farmers Market will hold its third annual ...

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    Polk County Senior Center reopens after renovations

    COLUMBUS—The Polk County Senior Center, also known as The Meeting Place, has officially reopened its doors following renovations ...

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    Native plant giveaway, plug sale to boost foothills biodiversity

    Plant It Forward event set for September 26   TRYON—The Gardening for Life Project and The Congregational Church, ...

    News

    Woman airlifted after motorcycle accident on  I-26

    POLK COUNTY—On Saturday, September 6, a motorcycle accident on I-26 resulted in one person being airlifted to the ...

    Arts

    The Wilder Flower to perform at McCreery Park 

    Saluda’s Top of the Grade Concert Series finale set for September 12   SALUDA—The Wilder Flower will close ...

    Community

    Beer & Hymns set for September 9 at Rogers Park

    TRYON—Rogers Park will host the kickoff of Beer & Hymns on Tuesday, Sept. 9, offering an evening of ...

    Education

    Tryon Fire Department engages students during safety, literacy event 

    Department offers free smoke alarm installation to residents   TRYON—The Tryon Fire Department, led by Interim Chief Connell, ...

    Community

    Local author raises awareness of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

    POLK COUNTY—September marks Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Month, drawing attention to what experts call one of the ...

    Community

    Foothills Memory Café launches October 3 at Landrum Library

    LANDRUM—A new community program designed for individuals experiencing memory changes and their care partners will launch next month ...

    Business

    Tryon Family Dentistry announced new ownership

    TRYON—Tryon Family Dentistry is pleased to announce that Dr. Derrell Hood has recently acquired the practice from Dr. ...

    Business

    Small Business Administration to offer free virtual training for entrepreneurs

    The U.S. Small Business Administration North Carolina District Office, in partnership with the Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce, ...

    Community

    Free Community Movie Night at FENCE to feature Night at the Museum

    TRYON—Foothills Equestrian Nature Center is inviting the community to enjoy an evening under the stars at a free ...