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Governor Stein, emergency management officials provide updates on winter storm
RALEIGH—Today, Governor Stein held his latest briefing to provide updates and guidance as a winter storm approaches North ...
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Tryon declares State of Emergency ahead of winter storm
TRYON—The Town of Tryon declared a State of Emergency on January 22 ahead of the winter storm expected ...
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Mill Spring native recently completes namesake visit for USS Jason Dunham
Petty Officer 1st Class Gavin Brady, a native of Mill Spring, serving aboard USS Jason Dunham, completed a ...
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Carolina Foothills Eldercare serves hundreds as it reaches three-year milestone
FOOTHILLS—The Carolina Foothills Eldercare program was created in December 2022 by the Carolina Foothills Foundation to address the ...
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WHC’s best: Polk wins conference wrestling tourney, five individual titles
Polk County’s wrestling team claimed the Western Highlands Conference tournament championship Thursday at Madison High School, crowning five ...
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Thermal Belt Friendship Council to present Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration
Free annual event set for Saturday TRYON—The Thermal Belt Friendship Council will present its annual celebration honoring ...
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Fourth Friday series to kick off with third annual Chili Cookoff on February 27
TRYON—The Tryon Downtown Development Association will kick off its 2026 Fourth Friday series with the third annual Chili ...
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Zaxby’s restaurant now open in Landrum
LANDRUM—After a soft opening over the weekend, the new Zaxby’s restaurant is now officially open in Landrum. “As ...
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Foothills Chamber Thrive Talks set for January 29
TRYON—The Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce will host a Thrive Talks session on January 29 from 8 to ...
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Polk County 4-H seeking volunteers
COLUMBUS—Polk County 4-H is looking for enthusiastic volunteers eager to make a meaningful impact on the lives of ...
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Polk County Animal Control shares cold-weather safety tips for pets
FOOTHILLS—As winter temperatures drop across the area, local officials are urging pet owners to take extra precautions to ...
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Emergency officials warn residents about carbon monoxide dangers
POLK COUNTY—Polk County Emergency Management is reminding residents to take extra precautions to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, particularly ...
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Big Brothers Big Sisters opens new office at Mill Spring Ag Center
MILL SPRING—Polk/Rutherford Big Brothers Big Sisters moved into a new office at the Mill Spring Ag Center, located ...
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FENCE to kick off 2026 monthly concert series on Feb. 8
TRYON—FENCE launches its 2026 monthly concert series on Sunday, February 8, with a performance by local musician Tina ...
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Headwaters Farm cultivates community spirit at Columbus Indoor Market
COLUMBUS— The Columbus Indoor Market occurs on the first and third Saturdays of each month from 10 a.m. ...
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Wolverines see bright spots, but fall to Bearcats
By Jed Blackwell In the early going against Hendersonville on Friday, Polk County mounted a furious charge. Down ...
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Late Hendersonville surge sinks Polk County in 51–40 setback
By Jed Blackwell For the bulk of the first three quarters of Polk County’s girls game against Hendersonville ...
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Second measles case confirmed in Polk County
POLK COUNTY—State and local health officials confirmed a second case of measles in Polk County on Friday, January ...
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Columbus Town Council reviews finances, other business at January meeting
COLUMBUS—The Columbus Town Council met at Town Hall on January 15 for its regular monthly meeting, during which ...
Arts
Free Open Mic Night ignites creativity at Mirrorball Gallery
TRYON–A packed house enjoyed an inspiring Open Mic Night at Mirrorball Gallery on Thursday, a free event open ...
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Share Thy Bread hosts Foothills Chamber ‘Business After Hours’ event
TRYON—On Thursday, January 15, Share Thy Bread, located at 2820 Lynn Road, hosted the Carolina Foothills Chamber of ...
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Harmon Field Half Marathon and Morris Fun Run Set for seeking vendors, volunteers
TRYON—The inaugural Harmon Field Half Marathon and Morris Fun Run is set to take place on April 25, ...
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Community partners continue to support Polk County residents in recovery from Helene
TRYON—Over fourteen months after Hurricane Helene devastated the area, many residents are still grappling with housing instability, limited ...
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PCHA opens America 250 series with Battle of Earle’s Ford program
COLUMBUS—In 2026, the Polk County Historical Association will present a series of programs focusing on the Revolutionary War ...
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Polk County SWAT team assists in high-risk arrest
Anthony Darnell Gary currently held without bond POLK COUNTY— A Polk County man is now in custody ...