Business
1878 Butcher’s Block deli and restaurant opens in Landrum
LANDRUM—Landrum’s locals and visitors now have another exciting choice for lunch and dinner. 1878 Butcher’s Block, the newest ...
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Registration open for the inaugural Tryon International Disc Golf Classic
MILL SPRING—The inaugural Tryon International Disc Golf Classic will take place on August 17 and August 18, promising ...
Community
Paint Horse Flower Farm brightens the Landrum Farmers Market
LANDRUM—Paint Horse Flower Farm of Green Creek is adding bright colors and delightful scents to the Landrum Farmers ...
Sports
BASEBALL: Alm snares MVP honors at Florida national tourney
Gunnar Alm’s performances on the travel team circuit this summer have caught the attention of many – and ...
Community
Saluda welcomes Italian student visitors, strengthens Sister City bonds with Carunchio
Nora Criscio, Marta Pignatelli, enjoy local hospitality SALUDA—During the last two weeks, the Saluda community has hosted ...
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Solid Foundations Counseling Center opens office in Mill Spring
MILL SPRING—Solid Foundations Counseling Center, a beacon of hope for individuals and families in need, has opened an ...
Education
Volunteers needed to assist in outdoor classroom building project
MILL SPRING—Polk County Parks and Recreation recently reached out to the community to ask for assistance with an ...
News
Polk is one of eleven counties to switch to digital court records this week
Remainder of state to convert to eCourts in 2025 Polk County is one of eleven counties in ...
Community
Local family adorns property with versions of Morris the Horse
TRYON—A local family in Tryon loves the town’s mascot, “Morris,” so much that they’ve built quite a few ...
Community
Learn about ‘The Magic of Witch Hazel’ at free herbal workshop
GREEN CREEK—Unity in the Community of the Foothills will host a free herbal workshop about “The Magic of ...
Education
Polk student completes NCFB agriculture program
Polk County rising high school senior George Barber was recently recognized for completing the NC Farm Bureau’s Institute ...
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South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend set for early August
South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend will kick off on Friday, August 2, and conclude on August 4. ...
Business
Crossroads Ice Cream and Coffee expands dining options
Mill Spring location now offering breakfast, lunch MILL SPRING—Crossroads Ice Cream and Coffee in Mill Spring has ...
Arts
Poster art for Tryon International Film Festival on display
All eleven entries in annual competition to be shown at Carri Bass Photography TRYON—For a decade now, ...
Community
Lawrence, Gibson inducted into Second Wind Hall of Fame
TRYON—The Kiwanis Club of Tryon recently nominated Cam Lawrence and Stan Gibson for induction into the Second Wind ...
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Tryon author featured in new writing anthology
TRYON—Tryon writer Susan McNabb is among fourteen authors sharing their “author origin stories” in the anthology Journeys to ...
Community
Two presentations to share findings from Saluda Grade Trail study
FOOTHILLS—After a year-long, in-depth study of the proposed Saluda Grade Trail, two presentations will be held next month ...
Community
Hoopz and Glow Night summer events return to Harmon Field
TRYON—This summer, Gather Community is back with two exciting events at Harmon Field. The annual Hoopz 3v3 basketball ...
Community
Polk Vocational Services purchases new van
Polk Vocational Services (PVS) is out and about in the community, enjoying the beautiful weather in style. PVS ...
Community
Puppies and Pilates fundraiser to take place at Foothills Humane Society
Event set for August 3 COLUMBUS—A unique and playful fundraiser is set to take place at Foothills ...
Arts
TFAC pays homage to beloved Tryon artist in retrospective
TRYON—Tryon artist Phillis Allen Eifert (1932-2018) left an indelible mark that still captivates art enthusiasts. Her pieces reflect ...
Community
Annual Tryon Beer Fest set to return on November 2
TRYON—The 13th annual Tryon Beer Fest is returning to the Depot Plaza on November 2. This exciting event ...
Sports
TIEC to host Spartan Races
MILL SPRING—The Spartan Race is returning to the Tryon International Equestrian Center on August 3 and August 4, ...
Education
PCHS FFA students again shine at summer camp
Members of Polk County High School’s FFA chapter once again had an outstanding performance at the North Carolina ...
Community
Foothills Humane Society’s Pets of the Week – Peaches & Shamrock
Meet Peaches, a shy pup who will give you the best cuddles and nap on your lap once ...