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Ideas for Gifts You Can Only Find in the Foothills
Holiday shopping in Polk County and Landrum is about more than checking boxes on a list—it’s about uncovering ...
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What can the Ecusta Trail teach us about the Saluda Grade?
By Chelsea Gillespie FOOTHILLS—Now that the Ecusta Trail has opened its first stretch, from Hendersonville to Horse ...
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City of Landrum approves Trailside Downtown Master Plan
LANDRUM—Landrum City Council approved a new vision for its downtown on Tuesday evening, one designed to celebrate the ...
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Upcoming Tales of Tryon program to focus on Dr. M.C. Palmer
“A Country Doctor’s Practice and Vision” set for Nov. 20 TRYON—The Tryon History Museum will present its ...
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Pena’s header sends Polk to regional final
Erik Pena watched Polk County’s playoff-opening win last week from the sideline, a boot protecting his injured ankle ...
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Landrum Library to host talk on caring for trees
LANDRUM—Conserving Carolina and the Landrum Library will host a free lecture titled “Caring for Trees on Your Property” ...
Education
Byars chosen to lead Polk County Schools preschool program
Polk County Schools has named Lori Byars as the district’s preschool director, bringing 25 years of educational experience ...
Sports
Dream delivered: Alm signs with N.C. State
Gunnar Alm sat at a table in Polk County High School’s auditorium on Wednesday, watching friends and family ...
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Tryon Elementary’s Schweitzer named District Teacher of the Year
Jennifer Schweitzer didn’t just choose teaching as a career. She chose it as a calling – a way ...
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PCHA program to share stories of Polk County’s revolutionary soldiers
COLUMBUS—The Polk County Historical Association will hold its November meeting on Tuesday, November 18, at 2 p.m. This ...
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Free support group to be offered in Saluda during holiday season
SALUDA—The Saluda Grief Group invites the community to join them every Wednesday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at ...
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The Meeting Place to host Thanksgiving Celebration for seniors
COLUMBUS—The Meeting Place, located at 75 Carmel Lane, has announced its upcoming Thanksgiving Celebration on Wednesday, November 26. ...
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Carolina Foothills Chamber donates funds to local food banks
Operation Hope, Share Thy Bread, Outreach, Saluda Pantry receive “Feed the Foothills” proceeds FOOTHILLS—On Monday, November 11, ...
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A family cemetery and a lost trail system
Conserving Carolina purchases land near hospital By Rose Lane COLUMBUS—This summer, Conserving Carolina acquired land containing 1.5 ...
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Free MMR vaccinations available at Landrum Library
Measles vaccinations to be offered Nov. 17, Nov. 18 amid outbreak LANDRUM—To combat the ongoing measles outbreak ...
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Arts
TFAC’s Stage Door Jazz Series to feature Quentin Baxter Quintet
TRYON—The Tryon Fine Art Center’s Stage Door Jazz Series will feature the Quentin Baxter Quintet on Sunday, November ...
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Holiday Food Drive set for Nov. 15 in Landrum
LANDRUM—On Saturday, November 15, the community is invited to participate in the Holiday Food Drive, a charitable event ...
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Good Shepherd Episcopal Church to honor Veterans at annual event
TRYON—Good Shepherd Episcopal Church and the Eastside community will host a special Veterans Day celebration on Saturday, November ...
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Polk County Historical Museum to host “Night at the Museum” event
COLUMBUS—On Tuesday, November 18, the Polk County Historical Museum will open its doors for a special evening event, ...
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Polk County Sheriff’s Office launches pet food drive
COLUMBUS—The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has kicked off a new pet food drive to help local residents who ...
Business
Rooted Acre Homestead brings artisan sourdough to Landrum Farmers Market
LANDRUM—At the Landrum Farmers Market, a delightful surprise awaits those in search of quality artisanal bread: Rooted Acre ...
Education
Sunny View Elementary students honor veterans with songs, skits and gratitude
Students at Sunny View Elementary School honored military veterans Thursday with a celebration featuring patriotic songs, student performances ...
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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 ...
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
Foothills Humane Society’s Pets of the Week – Griffin & Maximus
Male, 64 pounds, 6 years. Griffin is a distinguished gentleman with a heart full of love for people. ...