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Faces Behind the Counters that Keep the Foothills Thriving
Every day in the Foothills, the heartbeat of the community can be found behind the counters of its ...
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Wolverines race to 9-0 playoff victory over Blackhawks
Speed filled the need on Thursday for Polk County. The Wolverines took advantage of West Wilkes’ defensive approach ...
Business
Top Tier Fabrication celebrates grand opening
COLUMBUS—On Thursday, November 6, the Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce welcomed TopTier Fabrication to the community with a ...
Community
Polk County names new leaders for Health and Human Services Agency
POLK COUNTY—Polk County has announced the appointment of Robin Elliott as the new Director of the Polk County ...
Community
Trade Street Diner offering meal boxes for needy families amid government shutdown
Business owner’s past experiences inspire a lending hand towards the community TRYON— It was recently announced that ...
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30th Annual Green Race brings thrills, triumphs
SALUDA—The 30th Annual Green Race took place on November 1, drawing nearly 200 of the world’s finest kayakers ...
Community
Landrum Christmas Parade announced for December 4
LANDRUM—On Thursday, December 4, at 6 p.m., the City of Landrum will host its annual Light Up Landrum ...
Community
Outreach launches “21-Meals” program on Tuesday
POLK COUNTY—Outreach launched its 21-Meals Food Assistance Program on Tuesday, November 3, ensuring that Polk County households continue ...
Arts
Tryon Fine Arts Center to host new exhibition at JP Gallery
A Keen Eye: Photography by Dean Manis opens Nov. 14 TRYON—The Tryon Fine Arts Center will host ...
Arts
Tryon Concert Association to present Pacifica Quartet
TRYON—Tryon Concert Association will present the Pacifica Quartet for the second of its 2025-2026 season of chamber music ...
Community
Veterans Day ceremonies set for Columbus and Saluda
COLUMBUS—The Womack-Bradley Polk County Memorial Post 9116, Veterans of Foreign Wars and Auxiliary, will host its 42nd annual ...
Arts
Mountain Page Theater’s Young Actors Krew to present ‘The Holly Jolly Jubilee’
SALUDA—With the festive season upon us, Mountain Page Theater Young Actors Krew is launching a special four-week session ...
Community
Mountain Song Community Chorus announces fall concerts
SALUDA— The Mountain Song Community Chorus, based in Saluda, has announced two upcoming fall concerts that are sure ...
Education
Polk County FFA land judging teams sweep regional competitions
Polk County High School’s FFA junior and senior land judging teams completed a regional sweep, winning both fall ...
Business
Columbus Indoor Market welcomes local entrepreneurs
COLUMBUS—On November 1, the Columbus Indoor Market, which takes place on the first and third Saturdays of each ...
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Community
TRICK-OR-TREAT!: Tryon Halloween Stroll draws crowd to downtown Friday evening
TRYON—On Friday, October 31, the streets of downtown Tryon came alive with spooky fun and community cheer during ...
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Tryon Beer Fest delivers ‘80s fun, good times on Saturday
Hundreds enjoy 14th annual event TRYON—Downtown Tryon was buzzing with music, laughter, and the sound of clinking ...
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Tryon Riding and Hunt Club hosts 92nd Annual Any & All Dog Show
TRYON—On Sunday, November 2, the Tryon Riding and Hunt Club held its 92nd Annual Any & All Dog ...
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The Sanctuary at Red Bell Run to host ‘Mistletoe & Masterpieces’ holiday fundraiser
Festive event, art auction to benefit rescued equines COLUMBUS—The Sanctuary at Red Bell Run has announced its ...
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Shopping Local Matters This Holiday Season
As the holiday season approaches, our Foothills will soon come alive with the sparkle of lights in downtown ...
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13th annual Run for Outreach to take place at Tryon International
Tryon Half-Marathon, Fall for the Foothills 5K to raise funds to fight food insecurity MILL SPRING—On November ...
Community
Tryon Foothills earns federal wine region designation
POLK COUNTY—Polk County’s deep-rooted connection to viticulture has reached a new milestone with the approval of the Tryon ...
News
Former Spartanburg County sheriff pleads guilty in federal corruption case
SPARTANBURG—Chuck Wright, the former sheriff of Spartanburg County, entered a guilty plea on Thursday, October 30, admitting his ...
Arts
Tryon Painters & Sculptors to host workshop on Byzantine-style icons
TRYON—On Saturday, November 15, from 1 to 5 p.m. at 78 N Trade St., Tryon Painters & Sculptors ...
Community
Operation Christmas Child Packing Party and Outreach Event set for Nov. 8
COLUMBUS—Polk Baptist Association is sponsoring an Operation Christmas Child Packing Party and Outreach Event for the community. The ...