The North Carolina State Board of Elections approved new restrictions on mail-in voting just days before the mailing of ballots for the 2026 midterm elections began on September 4. […] ...

MILL SPRING—Conserving Carolina is inviting the community to a free lecture entitled “Appalachian Voices: Stories and Songs,” presented by musician and author Johnny Thomas Fowler. The program will ...

TRYON—The Polk Referral Center recently moved to the second floor of the Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce building, located at 2753 Lynn Rd., and has announced the installation of a brand-new ...

SUNNY VIEW—Sunny View Elementary fourth- and fifth-graders welcomed storyteller and musician John Thomas Fowler to the school last week for an arts experience that combined stories and traditional ...

Polk County Youth Football’s 7-8 team remained unbeaten Saturday, while the 5-6 and 11-12 squads battled in losses during a three-game visit to T.C. Roberson in Skyland. T.C. Roberson 5-6 8, Polk ...

MILL SPRING—Polk County put two boys teams on the course and got a strong opening effort from its girls Saturday at the WNC Cross Country Carnival, one of the largest meets of the season. With schools ...

This week at Tryon Theatre is “The Invite,” our official departure from fluffy summer fare, and a wonderfully entertaining step into deeper artistic waters. Olivia Wilde directs this film in her third ...

On Friday, August 28, Indivisible Polk Foothills organized a March To Defend Our Vote to recognize and thank our County Board of Elections for their hard work and commitment to ensuring a fair and ...

INMAN — A 35-year-old Inman woman is facing a murder charge after a man who was shot at an Inman residence last week died from his injuries, according to the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office.

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! This year’s theme, “A Library Card Hits All the Right Notes,” is a reminder that libraries offer something for everyone, no matter your age, background, or ...

SPARTANBURG— On August 25, “Miss Arlene” made its world premiere at the Chapman Cultural Center, showcasing local talent and the spirit of the local filmmaking community. Directed by Pat Battistini ...

The Rotary Club of Tryon is celebrating its 15th year of providing books for 425 students grades preschool thru 5 at the Polk Central Elementary School. The RIF or “Reading […] ...