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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 ...
Community
Outreach helps prepare Polk County for winter
COLUMBUS—Located at 134 White Drive, Outreach serves as a beacon of hope for area residents, providing a lifeline ...
Business
Saluda and Columbus Farmers Markets celebrate ‘All Things Apples’
COLUMBUS—“All Things Apples” took center stage last weekend, welcoming apple lovers to the Saluda Tailgate Market on Friday ...
Arts
Tryon Concert Association to present Astralis Chamber Ensemble on October 24
TRYON—The Tryon Concert Association will present the Astralis Chamber Ensemble at the Tryon Fine Arts Center on Friday, ...
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GoFundMe page started for Polk County senior injured in I-26 accident
POLK COUNTY—A GoFundMe page has been started to help raise funds for a Polk County senior who was ...
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PANGAEA awarded grant to bring fiber-optic internet to the Little White Oak community
POLK COUNTY—PANGAEA Internet has received a grant from the Polk County Community Foundation’s Caring for Our Neighbors Fund ...
Arts
Documentary by local filmmaker to premiere at TRIFF
“Iron Pearls,” directed by E. Vincent Martinez, celebrates artistry of Elizabeth Brim TRYON—On October 12 at 6 ...
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Tryon Fire Department gains new equipment through Office of State Fire Marshal grant
TRYON—The Tryon Fire Department recently announced the addition of two new vehicles that were fully funded by a ...
Community
After Helene’s devastation, couple chooses Halloween wedding in Saluda
SALUDA—Everybody loves a love story. For one couple, the tragedy of Hurricane Helene on Sept. 27, 2024, cemented ...
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Foothills Humane Society joins with pet foundation for Empty the Shelters event
FHS to offer reduced adoption fees October 1-15 COLUMBUS—BISSELL Pet Foundation, a national nonprofit dedicated to ending ...
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The Hospital Foundation completes Strategic Planning process
The Hospital Foundation in support of AdventHealth Polk recently completed an extended Strategic Planning process to carry the ...
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Free Medicare presentation set for October 7
COLUMBUS—On Tuesday, October 7, Polk County SHIIP counselors will conduct a free presentation entitled “Medicare 101: New to ...
Education
Polk Middle students explore fall migration through bird walk
Polk County Middle School students traded their classrooms for the outdoors Monday to learn about fall migration patterns ...
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Foothills HUmane Society’s Pets of the Week – Brisket & Nick Jonas
Male, 55 lbs., 2 years old. Brisket is a dashing brown hound with soulful eyes and a heart ...
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Annual Cars for Cancer Car Show set for next weekend
Tryon Elementary School employee selected as beneficiary of fundraiser TRYON—The 3rd Annual Cars for Cancer Car Show ...
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Tropical Storm Helene’s impact on Pearson’s Falls discussed at recent event
Manager Andy Ruff shares his story, recovery updates TRYON—At the Lanier Library on Wednesday, September 24, Pearson’s ...
Business
Mountain Trail Soap Co. celebrates new location
TRYON—On Wednesday, October 1, Mountain Trail Soap Company and the Tryon Downtown Development Association celebrated the grand opening ...
Community
Friendship Council awarded PCCF grant for Eastside Cultural Zone Project
TRYON—The Thermal Belt Friendship Council has received a grant from the Mary F. Kessler Fund at the Polk ...
News
Suspect shot during Landrum break-in
LANDRUM—On Wednesday, October 1, local police were looking for a man who was shot while attempting to break ...
Community
Foothills Fright Fest set to take place at FENCE
Haunted house, trail to be featured at spooky event TRYON—The Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce will host ...
Community
Two gardeners to share passion for Bullington Gardens at Tryon Garden Club event
TRYON—The Tryon Garden Club will host a presentation on Bullington Gardens on Wednesday, October 15, at 2 p.m., ...
Community
Next Saluda Train Tales presentation to feature Ellie Varn
Program to highlight “Convict Labor on the A & S Railroad” SALUDA—On Friday, October 17, at 7 ...
Community
Brain health seminar to take place at Saluda Center
Free event organized by On Track Saluda SALUDA—On Thursday, October 9, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., the ...
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Rogers Park to celebrate 25th anniversary
Free event planned for Saturday, October 25 TRYON — The town of Tryon is set to celebrate ...