Community

Bright’s Creek to host Derby Day Party benefitting Guiding Reins

MILL SPRING— On Saturday, May 3, starting at 4 p.m., Bright’s Creek Equestrian Center will host a Derby…

Community

Go Fly a Kite Day at FENCE rescheduled for April 6

TRYON—Foothills Equestrian Nature Center has announced that its annual Go Fly a Kite Day event will take place…

News

What does “containment” mean?

In the wildfire world, what does “containment” mean?  Containment is the status of a wildfire suppression action signaling…

Sports

BASEBALL: Fagan’s complete game helps Wolverines trample Cougars

Nate Fagan had no doubt who would pitch the final inning Thursday for Polk County. “I’ve got one…

News

March 28 morning update on Black Cove Complex

POLK COUNTY—The Black Cove Complex currently has more than 500 personnel from North Carolina and other states across…

News

March 27 evening update on Black Cove Complex

Crews make containment progress on Deep Woods, Fish Hook fires POLK COUNTY—The Black Cove Complex is the highest…

Community

END OF AN ERA: Christy Warren to retire after decades of service at Tryon Post Office

TRYON—After nearly three decades of service, Christy Warren is retiring from her role as a sales service associate…

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Evacuation update

WILDFIRE WARNING, EVACUATE IMMEDIATELY 3509 – 4523 Green River Cove Rd., including Wilderness Cove Rd. Visibility in the…

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March 27 morning update on Black Cove Complex fires in Polk, Henderson counties

POLK COUNTY—The Black Cove Complex is the highest priority fire in the U.S., which gives the IMT priority…

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March 26 evening update on Black Cove Complex fires in Polk, Henderson counties

Containment increases on the Black Cove and Deep Woods fires POLK COUNTY—The Black Cove Complex is the highest-priority…