Robert L. Placak and Nichapa Sitthiponkul announce their wedding on Saturday, March 19 at 11 a.m. at a private location in Landrum.

Robert (Bob), born in Cleveland, Ohio, now resides in Landrum and is a toolmaker and is involved with amateur radio.

Nichapa (Niki), was born in Bangkok, Thailand and moved to the area on Jan. 15, 2011. She is a senior merchandizer in the textile industry and will reside in Landrum.

A private reception will be held in Inman, S.C., on Sunday, March 20 at 1:30 p.m.