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AlignLife of Tryon collects toys for Polk County Toy Run
“Stuff the VW Bus” event looks to fill 1967 Volkswagen Van with donations TRYON—In a heartwarming display ...
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TRIFF, Tryon Theatre to host December screenings of Christmas in Mistletoe
TRYON—The Tryon International Film Festival is partnering with the Tryon Theatre to present two special December screenings of ...
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Polk County launches winter supply drive ahead of freezing weather
POLK COUNTY—The Polk County government will host a community winter supply drive from December 1 to December 12 ...
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Tryon’s Annual Christmas Stroll set for December 5
TRYON—The streets of Tryon will come alive with holiday spirit on Thursday, December 5, from 5 to 8 ...
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Tryon Painters & Sculptors presents “Art Unleashed” exhibit
TRYON — Tryon Painters & Sculptors invites the community to explore its latest all-member exhibit, “Art Unleashed,” running ...
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Saluda Elementary kindergarteners explore farm life, local history
Saluda Elementary School kindergarten students visited Historic Johnson Farm in Hendersonville recently to explore local history and farm ...
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Veterans honored at Good Shepherd Episcopal
TRYON—On Saturday, November 15, the Outreach Committee and the Hospitality Committee of Historic Good Shepherd Episcopal Church teamed ...
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Hitching post, Blessings Box to be dedicated Sunday
FOOTHILLS—On Sunday, November 23, at Jacksons Grove United Methodist Church, the hitching post will be dedicated to Robert ...
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“I feel free”: Staton signs to continue career at Converse University
Bailey Staton cannot remember a time when she didn’t want to play college basketball. That dream pushed her ...
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Foothills Humane Society’s Pets of the Week – Penny & Tori
Female, 39 pounds, 1 year. Penny is a lovable bundle of energy who’s always ready to brighten your ...
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23rd annual Polk County Toy Run set for November 29
FOOTHILLS—Hundreds of motorcyclists are expected to roll through the area on Saturday, November 29, as the 23rd annual ...
Education
From Florence to Tryon: Teachers bring Italian culture home to third graders
The telescopes third graders at Tryon Elementary School decorated this fall weren’t inspired by pictures in a textbook. ...
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Deputies arrest suspect in Campobello break-ins, auto theft
Michael Travis Waddell taken into custody Wednesday CAMPOBELLO—A two-day search for a man accused of multiple break-ins, ...
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Tryon approves Historic Preservation District designation
TRYON—On Tuesday, November 18, the Town of Tryon Board of Commissioners approved the ordinance for the Downtown Historic ...
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FENCE names Kim Wawzysko interim executive director
TRYON—The Foothills Equestrian Nature Center has appointed Kim M. Wawzysko as its interim executive director, effective November 14. ...
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Deputies seek suspect in Campobello break-ins, auto theft
CAMPOBELLO—Spartanburg County deputies are searching for a man they say broke into multiple vehicles, rammed a deputy’s cruiser ...
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Polk County Early College hosts regional Early College Network discussion panel
Polk County Early College students took center stage last week during a regional discussion panel with the RTI ...
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Progress on Nina Simone’s childhood home gains national attention
TRYON—The restoration of Nina Simone’s childhood home at 30 E. Livingston St. reached a significant milestone this week, ...
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Scherping named executive director of The Hospital Foundation
COLUMBUS—The Hospital Foundation in support of AdventHealth Polk has announced the appointment of Dave Scherping as its new ...
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Tryon International Film Festival announces winners of 11th annual celebration
TRYON—The Tryon International Film Festival has announced the winners of its 11th annual event, held October 9–12, 2025, ...
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Youth robotics team wows visitors with demonstrations at Columbus Market
COLUMBUS—The LYNK robotics team made an appearance at Iron Key Brewing during the Columbus Indoor Market this past ...
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Appalachian Ways brings natural remedies to Columbus Market
COLUMBUS—Every first and third Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., visitors to the Columbus Indoor Market can ...
Education
Macy Dedmon earns Polk Central Teacher of the Year award
For Macy Dedmon, success isn’t measured in perfection. It’s measured in perseverance, in the small victories that take ...
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Local shop extends raffle to support Veterans
TRYON—Julia Calhoun, owner of Tryon Toy Makers & Wood Carvers, has extended a raffle through Thanksgiving to raise ...
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Tryon History Museum launching membership drive
TRYON—The Tryon History Museum is preparing to launch its most extensive membership drive ever. The theme will be ...