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Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Polk County, North Carolina, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 145stories have been published about Polk County, North Carolina which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.

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Active rescue operation underway at Big Bradley Falls - The Tryon Daily Bulletin

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SALUDA—A popular hiking destination in Polk County is currently closed due to an active rescue operation. On Sunday, July 13, at around 3:45 p.m., Saluda Fire and Rescue said in a social media post that Big Bradley and Little Bradley trails are closed as emergency personnel conduct a rescue operation. Holbert Cove Rd. is also closed around the 4000 block. Authorities are asking residents and visitors to avoid the area until further notice. More …See the Story

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Saluda veteran receives $1,000 Tractor Supply grant to grow local farm - The Tryon Daily Bulletin

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SALUDA—Local Navy veteran Dave Lesuer recently received a $1,000 grant from Tractor Supply Company to support his Saluda-based business, Saluda Grade Farm. The award is part of Tractor Supply’s national partnership with the Farmer Veteran Coalition, which assists veterans beginning careers in agriculture. Lesuer is one of 50 veterans nationwide to receive a $1,000 gift card through the Fellowship Fund, a program funded by Tractor Supply’s $100,0…Read Article

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Opening night for Tryon Summer Youth Theater's production of “Frozen, Jr.” - The Tryon Daily Bulletin

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MountainTrue to host clean-up event at Lower Green River - The Tryon Daily Bulletin

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SALUDA—MountainTrue will host a clean-up event on a small section of the Lower Green River on Friday, July 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the organization is looking for volunteers to help. Organizers say the work day will not require a boat, but volunteers should be 18 or older and prepared to be […]Tryon · TryonRead Article

Nancy Basket to host paper-making workshop at FENCE - The Tryon Daily Bulletin

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Tryon Daily Bulletin announces results of 2025 Favorites of the Foothills Reader’s Choice Awards! - The Tryon Daily Bulletin

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After thousands of ballots were cast in our annual Favorites of the Foothills Reader’s Choice Awards, in which you, the readers, chose your favorite local businesses, individuals, and organizations, the results are in! Please join us in congratulating and celebrating the winners of Favorites of the Foothills!   Favorite Principal First Place: Adam Giles – Polk County High School Second Place: John Mauldin – Tryon Elementary Runner Up: Dr. Kim Mc…Tryon · TryonRead Article

Portuguese Water Dog Trial coming to Tryon International  - The Tryon Daily Bulletin

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MILL SPRING— On August 16 and August 17, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Tryon International Equestrian Center will host a Portuguese Water Dog Trial, organized by the Movers and Shakers Portuguese Water Dog Club. This event will showcase the skills and intelligence of these remarkable working dogs. Entry to the event will be through 2659 Sandy Plains Rd., where guests can park and then walk back to the lakeside venue, perfect for an enjoyable day ou…Tryon · TryonRead Article

Landrum repeals Board of Architectural Review during City Council meeting - The Tryon Daily Bulletin

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Other ordinances to rezone properties approved Tuesday By Christa Price   LANDRUM—On Tuesday, July 8, the Landrum City Council met for its monthly meeting, approving several ordinances and moving to repeal the Board of Architectural Review. The Council approved a previous zoning ordinance to designate Kenneth Wallace’s property, located at 116 Cannon St., to be annexed and zoned as R-1 (Residential). It also approved new zoning ordinances to des…Tryon · TryonRead Article

Gambling Revenues Down Again in June as Year Ends – CCN – Columbus County News

Gambling revenues and payouts went down again in June, according to the state lottery commission. Between June 1 and June 30, e-gamblers in North Carolina wagered $433,184,675 on sporting events, including paid and promotional wagers.Columbus, North Carolina · ColumbusRead Article

Kidney Beats Benefit Jam to raise funds for Ethan Sessoms - The Tryon Daily Bulletin

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Moon Howl at FENCE set for August 9 - The Tryon Daily Bulletin

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TRYON—On Saturday, August 9, FENCE will come alive with music and community spirit during the Moon Howl—an outdoor benefit concert under the stars that promises to be one of the highlights of the summer. Gates open at 6 p.m., giving guests time to grab their favorite spot on the lawn, enjoy food and drinks, and soak in the atmosphere. Live music kicks off at 7 p.m. Attendees should bring blankets and lawn chairs. Headlining the evening will be T…Tryon · TryonRead Article

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