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Saluda welcomes Italian student visitors, strengthens Sister City bonds with Carunchio
Nora Criscio, Marta Pignatelli, enjoy local hospitality SALUDA—During the last two weeks, the Saluda community has hosted two student visitors from their sister city in Carunchio, Italy, showcasing its hospitality and unique charm. Four Saludians have opened their homes to the Italian students, while ten additional families volunteered to introduce them to cultural events […] The post Saluda welcomes Italian student visitors, strengthens Sister City bonds with Carunchio appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Battle of the Badges blood drive to take place in Columbus
Columbus Fire Department to sponsor competitive blood drive COLUMBUS—A competitive blood drive will take place next month where donors will be able to vote for their favorite fire departments, police departments, EMS teams and more. The Polk County Battle of the Badges will offer an opportunity for the community to gather for a good […] The post Battle of the Badges blood drive to take place in Columbus appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Hearts Gone South to perform at next Summer Tracks event
Asheville-based group brings honky-tonk flavor to Tryon’s Rogers Park TRYON—The Summer Tracks Concert Series in Rogers Park continues on Friday, August 2, with Hearts Gone South. This band delivers straight-up honky-tonk with a side of classic country—full of heart and laced (as it should be) with wit and woe. Based in Asheville, this five-piece […] The post Hearts Gone South to perform at next Summer Tracks event appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Spartanburg County sheriff under investigation by South Carolina Ethics Commission
Sheriff Chuck Wright being investigated after the hiring his son SPARTANBURG COUNTY—An investigation by the South Carolina Ethics Commission is underway after it learned of the hiring of Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright’s son, Jared Wright, earlier this month. State ethics law, 8-13-750(a), states that no public official, public member, or public employee may […] The post Spartanburg County sheriff under investigation by South Carolina Ethics Commission appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Latigo Farm to offer exciting rodeo experience
Summer Stampede Rodeo Series held every other Saturday through October LANDRUM—Latigo Farm, located in the Gowensville area, is hosting its Summer Stampede Rodeo Series every other Saturday night through October, offering an exciting experience and entertainment for the whole family. Latigo Farm hosts a range of activities, such as horse riding lessons, horse boarding […] The post Latigo Farm to offer exciting rodeo experience appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Spring Creek Interiors’ grand opening in held Saluda
SALUDA—Spring Creek Interiors, a new addition to Saluda, celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 10 hosted by the Saluda Business Association and the City of Saluda. Owner Missy Orr established Spring Creek Interiors as a sister business to her existing store, LeCroy Fine Furniture and Interiors, in Greenville, SC, which she […] The post Spring Creek Interiors’ grand opening in held Saluda appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
NCHSAA sees athletic participation rise in 2023-24
The North Carolina High School Athletic Association saw a 4.73 percent increase in overall participation during the 2023-2024 school from the previous year. Across all sports, 208,722 student athletes participated in NCHSAA sanctioned sports in 2023-2024, up from 198,025 in 2022-2023. This is based on information reported to the NCHSAA by its member schools. Indoor […] The post NCHSAA sees athletic participation rise in 2023-24 appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Polk County hears from sheriff on new inmate care contract, patrol overtime
Board of Commissioners also increase 911 Capital Project budget COLUMBUS—At the Polk County Board of Commissioners regular meeting held on Monday, July 22, the board approved an agreement between Southern Health Partners and Polk County Detention Center and a budget amendment to pay overtime for officers patrolling the Green River Cove area near Saluda. […] The post Polk County hears from sheriff on new inmate care contract, patrol overtime appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Filing deadline passes for local office: Here’s who’s running for mayor, town councils
POLK COUNTY— The deadline for candidates to file for local office was noon on July 19, with several incumbents filing for re-election. In the Town of Tryon, Tryon Mayor J. Alan Peoples has filed for re-election, with Mayor Pro Tempore Chrelle Booker also filing to run for mayor, as well as resident Doug Arbogast. Tryon […] The post Filing deadline passes for local office: Here’s who’s running for mayor, town councils appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Polk Family Fun Day to take place at Isothermal Community College
COLUMBUS—Isothermal Community College is set to host the Polk Family Fun Day on Thursday, August 1, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the school’s Polk Campus, located at 1255 W. Mills St. The event promises a day filled with joy and entertainment, offering games, crafts, food trucks, and more for the whole family to […] The post Polk Family Fun Day to take place at Isothermal Community College appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Polk is one of eleven counties to switch to digital court records this week
Remainder of state to convert to eCourts in 2025 Polk County is one of eleven counties in the state that have completed the switch from paper to digital court records as part of North Carolina’s eCourts expansion. The shift was officially completed on Monday, July 22. The eCourts system now serves around half of […] The post Polk is one of eleven counties to switch to digital court records this week appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend set for early August
South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend will kick off on Friday, August 2, and conclude on August 4. This year marks the 24th anniversary of the event. “As inflation continues to drain many wallets, this year’s Tax Free Weekend offers some relief for weary families,” said SCDOR Director Hartley Powell. “Every shopper saves money during […] The post South Carolina’s annual Tax Free Weekend set for early August appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Crossroads Ice Cream and Coffee expands dining options
Mill Spring location now offering breakfast, lunch MILL SPRING—Crossroads Ice Cream and Coffee in Mill Spring has recently expanded its offerings to include a variety of meal options. Owner Steve Pruette has launched a fully equipped kitchen at the Mill Spring Crossings shopping center, located at 82 N. Hwy 9, Suite 1, offering pizza, […] The post Crossroads Ice Cream and Coffee expands dining options appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Poster art for Tryon International Film Festival on display
All eleven entries in annual competition to be shown at Carri Bass Photography TRYON—For a decade now, the Tryon International Film Festival has helped brand its annual event with a unique poster that can be seen around town during the event. The Polk County Film Initiative, which puts on TRIFF, selects the poster in […] The post Poster art for Tryon International Film Festival on display appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Lawrence, Gibson inducted into Second Wind Hall of Fame
TRYON—The Kiwanis Club of Tryon recently nominated Cam Lawrence and Stan Gibson for induction into the Second Wind Hall of Fame and both nominations were accepted. The two were officially inducted at the Kiwanis meeting on July 18. Cam has been an active member of Kiwanis for a number of years. She is also part […] The post Lawrence, Gibson inducted into Second Wind Hall of Fame appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Tryon author featured in new writing anthology
TRYON—Tryon writer Susan McNabb is among fourteen authors sharing their “author origin stories” in the anthology Journeys to Authorship, now available at The Book Shelf at 17 S. Trade St. in Tryon. The contributing authors met in a Phoenix, Arizona, writers’ group, publish in different genres, and have each had a unique path to authorship. […] The post Tryon author featured in new writing anthology appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Two presentations to share findings from Saluda Grade Trail study
FOOTHILLS—After a year-long, in-depth study of the proposed Saluda Grade Trail, two presentations will be held next month to share its findings. Organizers invite the public to attend and learn more about this project. The North Carolina meeting will be held on August 6 at Polk County High School at 6 p.m., and the South […] The post Two presentations to share findings from Saluda Grade Trail study appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Hoopz and Glow Night summer events return to Harmon Field
TRYON—This summer, Gather Community is back with two exciting events at Harmon Field. The annual Hoopz 3v3 basketball tournament will kick off at 7 p.m. on August 3, followed by the family-friendly Glow Night event on August 10 at 8 p.m. These free events are part of Gather Community’s mission to help young people achieve […] The post Hoopz and Glow Night summer events return to Harmon Field appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Puppies and Pilates fundraiser to take place at Foothills Humane Society
Event set for August 3 COLUMBUS—A unique and playful fundraiser is set to take place at Foothills Humane society where attendees will be able to take part in a pilates class while enjoying the company of puppies. The pilates class will be taught by local pilates instructor Kate Horton, the owner of Melt Pilates […] The post Puppies and Pilates fundraiser to take place at Foothills Humane Society appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Annual Tryon Beer Fest set to return on November 2
TRYON—The 13th annual Tryon Beer Fest is returning to the Depot Plaza on November 2. This exciting event promises a delightful blend of live music, food, sweets, face painting, games, and, most importantly, craft breweries from across the Carolinas. The festival, supported by the Tryon Downtown Development Association and the event’s presenting sponsor, New View […] The post Annual Tryon Beer Fest set to return on November 2 appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
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