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 ...

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

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

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

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

Dear Aunty Pam, My sister-in-law is always bringing us peppers from her garden. I hate peppers! My wife doesn’t mind them, ...

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

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

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

Rose Aubrey Brookshire, 8 years old of New York City, played violin at Carnegie Hall on May 27, 2025. Rose auditioned and was ...

The Heyer family from Green Creek recently won a pair of gold medals at the Southern Pickleball Virginia State Championship, ...