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Lineman working north of Tryon post images, video demonstrating challenges crews are facing

Linemen working tirelessly to restore power have been sharing their experiences on social media, providing a window into…

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Charlotte clergy organize to deliver help and hope to Tryon, other areas affected by Hurricane Helene

As longtime ministry colleagues in the Presbytery of Charlotte in North Carolina, the Rev. Dr. Lori Archer Raible and the…

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World’s first fully-equipped hospital on wheels being set up at TIEC to help with disaster relief efforts

A Charlotte non-profit hospital network has deployed its state-of-the-art MED-1 mobile hospital to Tryon to support disaster response…

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Columbus Town Council holds emergency meeting

On Wednesday, October 2 at 11 a.m., the Columbus Town Council held an emergency meeting to discuss water…

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Kayakers become unexpected heroes in relief effort navigating dangerous conditions in streams around Saluda

As the aftermath of Hurricane Helene continues to cripple communities across western North Carolina, kayakers like Mason Hargrove…

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Tryon International Equestrian Center helps launch multi-day relief effort with county, community support

Tryon International, in partnership with county officials and dedicated volunteers, has launched a multi-day supply and food distribution…

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Rutherfordton native promotoed to U.S. Navy chief petty officer serving aboard USS Dewey

Chief Culinary Specialist Bennett Evans, from Rutherfordton, North Carolina, receives his combination cover during a chief petty officer…

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Polk Update: Information about documenting damage, area supply distributions

Officials with the City of Tryon and Polk County released the following update to residents on Wednesday, Oct.…

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Nurse practitioner sets up temporary medical station, offering free medical attention

Nurse Practitioner Lisa Reece has set up a temporary medical station in the plaza across from the truck…

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Photo Gallery: Helicopter drops in supplies for Saluda community

Below are images from the Saluda community after a helicopter dropped in supplies Wednesday.