By Diane Nelson Domestic violence and sexual abuse are pressing issues that affect countless individuals and families every ...

By Tamar Reno “Why don’t we move back to Montana?” my husband asked me several years ago, while considering where to set up ...

With the summer heat in full swing, organizers of the Polk County Toy Run are already shifting gears toward the holiday ...

Velma Conner Bradley, 91, of Mechanicsville, Virginia, formerly of Columbus, passed away on Tuesday morning, July 29, 2025.

COLUMBUS—On July 23, at 11:55 a.m., a traffic incident occurred at the intersection of E. Mills St. and Gibson St. when Town ...

TRYON–– On Friday, August 1, and Saturday, August 2, the Tryon Arts & Crafts School will host its Annual Yard Sale fundraiser ...

COLUMBUS—The Polk County NC Co-Op Extension Office has launched an informative new podcast titled “The Extension Connection,” ...

On the verge of a big opportunity, Polk County’s Gunnar Alm has added another honor to his growing list. The rising Polk ...

TRYON—On Sunday, July 20, Empowering Through Beauty, Inc., and the Pea Ridge Partnership initiative hosted a transformative ...

Luxury vehicle show, luncheon takes place in Tryon TRYON– This past Saturday, The Fitzgerald at 69 Pacolet St. was filled ...

TRYON—The Tryon Downtown Development Association’s 4th Friday event on July 25th transformed downtown into a hub of activity, ...

Later this summer, I’ll be heading west to chase trout in the high mountain desert of Wyoming. Reports of good-sized fish ...