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Spirit of Sunday highlights alpacas at Columbus Indoor Market
COLUMBUS—The Columbus Indoor Market has become a popular destination for holiday shoppers seeking unique and handcrafted gifts, thanks ...
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City thanks Landrum Police Department
The City of Landrum recently thanked the Landrum Police Department for “arresting the Grinch,” who was spotted downtown. ...
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Big Brothers Big Sisters celebrates Christmas at Tryon Resort
TRYON—On December 20, at 3 pm, the Polk/Rutherfordton Big Brothers Big Sisters group held its annual Christmas party ...
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Operation Hope receives $10,000 grant from Spartanburg County Foundation
LANDRUM—Operation Hope has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the Spartanburg County Foundation, a significant step forward for ...
Sports
McCraw wins weight class, Wolverines take third at Mallard Creek tourney
Polk County’s wrestling team finished third at the EB Memorial at Mallard Creek tournament, competing against 39 schools ...
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PCHS winter athletes treated to Donuts with the Director
Michelle Fagan knows how to show appreciation for her winter athletes. Polk County High School’s athletic director hosted ...
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Tryon honors local businesses, volunteers at special awards ceremony
TRYON—On Tuesday, December 16, the Town of Tryon Board of Commissioners held a special presentation awards ceremony during ...
Community
Seasonal decorations highlight Tryon Garden Club’s work across the community
Depot Garden, Tryon Country Club are ready for the holidays TRYON—The Tryon Garden Club members have been ...
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Polk County commissioners honor retiring finance officer Sandra Hughes
COLUMBUS—The Polk County Board of Commissioners convened for its regular meeting on Monday, December 15, at the Womack ...
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County announces Lake Adger storm debris removal to begin in early 2026
MILL SPRING—County officials announced Monday that contractors have been cleared to begin removing storm debris from Lake Adger ...
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Landrum Farmers Market honors JoAnn James at Santa’s Breakfast event
LANDRUM—The Landrum Farmers Market welcomed the holiday season with its third annual Santa’s Breakfast on Saturday, December 13, ...
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Pea Ridge Partnership hosts members of Nina Simone Childhood Home team
POLK COUNTY—The Pea Ridge Partnership hosted members of the Nina Simone Childhood Home project team for a private ...
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South Carolina reports more measles cases
Over 60 Campobello-Gramling Elementary students in quarantine CAMPOBELLO—South Carolina health officials have reported 25 new measles cases ...
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PCSO officers recognized at annual Christmas party
POLK COUNTY—The Polk County Sheriff’s Office gathered recently for its annual Christmas party, an event held to recognize ...
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Green Creek Hounds hosts field hunter trials, holiday events
POLK COUNTY—Green Creek Hounds enjoyed a busy and successful weekend, highlighted by its annual Field Hunter Trials and ...
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New indoor pickleball court opens in Landrum
Landrum Court Time to host grand opening LANDRUM—Pickleball players in the Foothills have a new reason to ...
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NC Co-Op announces cooking classes for the new year
COLUMBUS—As the new year approaches, the N.C. Cooperative Extension in Columbus announced a pair of cooking classes for ...
Community
Community Chorus performs “Christmas in the Foothills” at PCHS
COLUMBUS—On Sunday, December 14, the Community Chorus dazzled the audience with a performance of “Christmas in the Foothills” ...
Community
Polk Vocational Services celebrates 58th anniversary with Open House
COLUMBUS—Polk Vocational Services hosted its 58th-anniversary open house on December 12 at its facility located at 123 Industrial ...
Education
Polk students learn about nature’s clean-up crew
POLK COUNTY—This fall, Champions for Wildlife introduced Polk County elementary students to some of nature’s most overlooked species ...
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Foothills Music Club performs at holiday-themed program
POLK COUNTY—The Foothills Music Club met on Thursday, December 11, at the home of Elaine Jenkins for a ...
Community
Nina Simone painting presented to Dr. Sam Waymon, Town of Tryon
TRYON—On Wednesday, December 10, a special presentation took place at Tryon Town Hall as artist Joey Withinarts gifted ...
Arts
Andy Millard opens A Christmas Carol at Tryon Fine Arts Center
TRYON—Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol returned to the stage Wednesday night in a pared-down yet expansive form as ...
Community
Rotary Club honors Kammerer, McKeller for continued foundation support
TRYON—At a recent meeting, the Rotary Club of Tryon recognized members Kam Kammerer and Charles McKeller for their ...
Education
Spartanburg District One board approves purchase of land for new O.P. Earle Elementary
LANDRUM—On Monday, December 8, the Spartanburg District One Board of Trustees voted to purchase 43.22 acres on Fairwinds ...