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Polk takes proactive measures amid measles concerns in neighboring county
POLK COUNTY—Given the rise in measles cases in Spartanburg County, the Polk County Health and Human Services Agency ...
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PCHA to host “Broken Links in the Chain” presentation
COLUMBUS—The Polk County Historical Association will host a special program on the American Revolution titled “Broken Links in ...
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Tryon Presbyterian invites families to Trunk or Treat
TRYON—Tryon Presbyterian Church invites community families to Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 26, from 4 to 5:30 ...
Education
Polk County High School Band earns multiple awards at Cedar Cliffs Classic
The Polk County High School Band earned multiple awards Saturday at its first competition of the season at ...
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Polk to host Wheatmore in volleyball playoff opener
Polk County will open its quest for a third straight state volleyball title on Saturday at home against ...
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Free Health Screenings, Domestic Violence Awareness Seminar scheduled for October 18 in Tryon
TRYON—Two community events focused on health and wellness will take place in Tryon on Saturday, October 18. St. ...
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Saluda Community Table to host Chili Dinner on October 28
SALUDA– On October 28, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., the Saluda Center will host a second community meal ...
Arts
Mountain Page Theater to bring Dickens’ classic to life
‘Oliver!’ set to run on November 7 SALUDA— Mountain Page Theater, located at 1303 Mountain Page Rd., ...
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Inner Peace Collective to launch in Tryon
TRYON—The Inner Peace Collective will officially open its doors with a two-day celebration at 93 New Market Road. ...
Faith & Worship
Columbus Baptist Church welcomes new pastor
COLUMBUS—Columbus Baptist Church has welcomed a new pastor, Earl McDonald, following the departure of Pastor Timothy and Michelle ...
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Foothills Music Club focuses on nature at October meeting
POLK COUNTY—The Foothills Music Club met Thursday, October 9, at the home of Sally Frick. The theme of ...
Community
Free pet vaccine clinic scheduled in Green Creek
Event set for October 18, free rabies vaccines and microchipping available GREEN CREEK—A free pet vaccine clinic will ...
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‘TFAC at the Movies’ kicks off new season at Tryon Theatre
TRYON—TFAC at the Movies returns this Tuesday, October 14, at The Tryon Theatre, starting the 2025–26 season of ...
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Rutherford Regional completes first robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery
RUTHERFORDTON—Rutherford Regional Health System recently announced the successful completion of its first robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery, performed this ...
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Free community yoga classes offered at FENCE
TRYON—The Foothills Equestrian Nature Center is inviting community members to start their Fridays with relaxation and mindfulness through ...
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Free counseling sessions offered for Hurricane Helene survivors
Five-week series begins October 16 at withALL in Columbus COLUMBUS—Survivors of Hurricane Helene will soon have access to ...
Education
Greene receives state FFA recognition
Recently retired Polk County Schools Superintendent Aaron Greene has received an Honorary State FFA Degree. The North Carolina ...
Community
Nominations open for Landrum Citizen of the Year
LANDRUM—The Landrum Lions Club is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Landrum Citizen of the Year, an annual ...
Community
Becky McCall inducted into Second Wind Hall of Fame
TRYON—Big Brothers Big Sisters of Polk County recently nominated Becky McCall for induction into the Second Wind Hall ...
Education
Tryon Elementary kindergarteners explore farm life
Tryon Elementary School kindergarten students visited Historic Johnson Farm in Hendersonville on Oct. 1 for a hands-on learning ...
Business
New photography studio opens in Tryon
TRYON—Moments the Studio, founded by local photographer Austin Brian Painter, officially opened its doors last week at 1005 ...
Community
AdventHealth names Daniel Tryon to oversee Henderson and Polk hospitals
COLUMBUS— Daniel Tryon has been selected as the next president and chief executive officer for AdventHealth’s Hendersonville and ...
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Friends of Agriculture Breakfast scheduled for October 15
GREEN CREEK—The Friends of Agriculture Breakfast is set to return next week, offering a warm invitation to the ...
Arts
11th annual TRIFF brings world of film to Tryon this weekend
TRYON—Tryon will once again welcome independent filmmakers, cinephiles and creative minds as it hosts the 11th annual Tryon ...
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First Baptist Church of Tryon to host “Grace It Forward” community event Saturday
TRYON—The First Baptist Church of Tryon will host its annual “Grace It Forward” outreach event on Saturday, October ...