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Spartanburg man pleads guilty to voluntary manslaughter in Polk County
Damon Lamard Pace sentenced to 111 to 146 months POLK COUNTY—A Spartanburg man has pleaded guilty to voluntary ...
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Polk County residents brace for potential winter weather this weekend
FOOTHILLS—Residents in Polk County and across the Upstate are preparing for the possibility of winter weather this weekend ...
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Tryon advances Harmon Field recovery, approves budget amendments
TRYON—On January 20, the Town of Tryon Board of Commissioners convened for a work session followed by its ...
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Polk County Senior Games recognized at state conference
Polk County Senior Games reached a major milestone this week after receiving an award at the annual Ambassadors’ ...
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Truck overturns on Holbert Cove Road Monday
No injuries reported SALUDA—A truck overturned around 11:30 a.m. on Monday, January 20, at the intersection of Holbert ...
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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 Jan. 25
TRYON—FENCE launches its 2026 monthly concert series on Sunday, January 25, 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 ...
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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 ...
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Saluda ‘Coffee with the City’ scheduled for January 21
SALUDA—On Wednesday, January 21, from 7:30 to 8:3.0. am at the Saluda Visitor Center, local business owners are ...
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Boy Scouts Troop 150 announces renewable scholarship
POLK COUNTY—The Boy Scouts of Troop 150 Scholarship Committee has announced a scholarship opportunity for individuals associated with ...
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Landrum City Council swears in mayor, council members
LANDRUM — The Landrum City Council convened for its regular meeting Tuesday, January 13, at City Hall, opening ...
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House of Flags Museum to welcome rising local author for book signing
18-year-old Addison Crissone of Sunny View to sign debut novel, sequel Staff Reports COLUMBUS—The House of Flags ...
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TFAC’s showcase of excellence returns with 2026 student exhibit and reception
TRYON—With the start of the new year comes the return of Tryon Fine Arts Center’s Showcase of Excellence, ...
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Polk County Early College now accepting applications for 2026-27 school year
Polk County Early College is now accepting applications for the 2026-27 school year, offering students the opportunity to ...