News

Columbus Council passes resolution opposing Senate Bill 688, House Bill 765

Both bills represent “egregious overreach,” officials say   COLUMBUS—On Thursday, May 15, at the Womack Building, the Columbus…

Arts

Tryon illustrator Kevin Sprouls publishes “Mince of Heathermere”

TRYON—Illustrator and author Kevin Sprouls has recently announced the publication of his long-anticipated book, Mince of Heathermere, in…

Sports

TIEC to install full indoor track, hopes to host meets this winter

Tryon International Equestrian Center announced Thursday that it will soon install a custom-designed Mondo Super X 720 track,…

News

Local museums to offer volunteer docent training this month

Want to learn about local history? COLUMBUS—Have you ever wanted to learn about our local history but did…

Community

Grand opening event for Little White Oak Mountain Bike Trail set for June 28

MILL SPRING—On Saturday, June 28, from 9 a.m. to noon, the Little White Oak Mountain trail system at…

Community

Insights from local business owners on the proposed Saluda Grade Trail

By Carolyn Baughman The historic Saluda Grade Railway has an opportunity to become the Saluda Grade Trail, a…

Community

Test your mental skills with upcoming cryptogram class at Saluda Library

SALUDA—Dan Dworkin will teach a class on solving cryptograms at the Saluda Library on Tuesday, May 27, at…

Arts

TACS celebrates opening of Tryon Toy-Makers show, plans for gallery talk

Exhibition open through June 26   TRYON—The May 1 opening reception for The Tryon Toy-Makers: Selections from Three…

News

Columbus man alleges assault after physical altercation with Polk Co. sheriff 

Incident currently under investigation by SBI, District Attorney’s office   COLUMBUS—On Tuesday, May 13, Polk County Sheriff Timothy…

Business

New hot dog stand opens on Lynn Rd. 

Columbus native realizes childhood dream   LYNN—The newest spot in the area for a quick lunch is Doggystyle…