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Gilchrist recognized as Paul Harris Fellow

TRYON—Rotary District 7670 Foundation Chair Ken Shull recently presented Rotary Club of Tryon President-Elect Martin Gilchrist with his…

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Rutherford Regional Health System re-accredited as a Chest Pain Center 

FOOTHILLS—The American College of Cardiology Accreditation Services recently recognized Rutherford Regional Health System for its demonstrated expertise in…

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One dead after police pursuit ends in crash in Campobello

CAMPOBELLO—A police pursuit Tuesday in Campobello ended in a fatal crash, according to officials. Around 1 p.m. on…

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Waymon returns to Tryon for historic church homecoming

“A Celebration of a Century of Service to the East Side” set for Aug. 2 at Good Shepherd…

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Warren Brasmeister’s journey with God’s Manna Ministries

LANDRUM—Warren Brasmeister has dedicated his time in recent years to feeding those in need through his charity, God’s…

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Residents invited to speak with Saluda commissioner over coffee

SALUDA—On Thursday, July 24, from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., the City of Saluda is inviting residents for a…

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N.C. Cooperative Extension to offer classes on kombucha, canning

COLUMBUS—The N.C. Cooperative Extension office in Polk County will host classes this month focused on kombucha brewing and…

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Town of Tryon issues reminder to help protect sewer system

TRYON—The Town of Tryon is reminding residents to avoid flushing or pouring inappropriate items into toilets and drains,…

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FABULOUS FOURTH: Downtown Columbus celebrates America during annual event

COLUMBUS—Downtown Columbus was packed on Friday, July 4, for the annual Fabulous Fourth festival. Now in its 62nd…

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Polk County History Museum, House of Flags celebrate grand re-opening

COLUMBUS—On July 4,  the Polk County Historical Association Museum and the House of Flags in Columbus celebrated the…