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Polk creates new economic development website by Leah Justice
Anyone wanting statistical, economic, business, housing or pretty much any other data about Polk County now has a resource online. The Polk County Economic and Tourism Development Commission (ETDC) launched a new website last week for economic development. The website, which can be found at www.polkedc.com, was reviewed during a meeting of the ETDC on Wednesday, Sept. 26. “I’m really, really excited about this because it has everything a business would want to know,” said Polk County Economic Development Director Libbie Johnson. The site has approximately 65 pages of content, including a downloadable fact book about (Continued on page 4)
A portion of the home page of the new website for the Polk County Economic and Tourism Development Commission ((ETDC). The site is available at www.polkedc.com.
The Polk County Board of Commissioners will hold a Unified Development Ordinance Workshop on Monday, Oct. 1 at 5 p.m. in the upstairs meeting room of the Womack Building in Columbus. The county’s regular meeting will follow at 7 p.m.
Tryon plans Tap into Tryon, area’s first beer fest, Nov. 10 Tryon is planning the area’s firstever beer fest, called Tap into Tryon, which will be held in the Tryon Depot Plaza. The event is planned for Nov. 10, 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. An array of ‘craft’ beers will be chilled, ready for sampling. Full servings of beer will be available for sale
along with authentic German food and large soft pretzels. Non-alcoholic beverages and water will be available. Live Bavarian music will be played most of the day. Event chair Shelly Block said the
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COMMUNITY COMMUNITY cALENDAR cALENDAR Here’s a list of upcoming meetings and events for area nonprofit community and governmental organizations:
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Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Mondays, Harmon Field/Tryon, 7 a.m. - noon. Saluda Center, Mondays, chair exercise, 9:30 a.m.; Line Dance, 12:30 p.m.; Saluda Duplicate Bridge, 1:30 p.m. 828-7499245. For more activities, email saludacenter@hotmail.com or visit www.saluda.com. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Family Member Support Group meets in Columbus on the first Monday of the month, 10 a.m. - noon. For info and/or location, contact Lisa at 828-894-0104 or Annie at 864-457-7278. The Meeting Place Senior Center, sing-along, 10 a.m.; senior fitness, 11 a.m.; bingo or bead class 12:30 p.m. 828-8940001. Christian Fellowship Luncheon, TJ’s Cafe, Tryon, Mondays except holidays, noon - 1 p.m.; food, fellowship and discussion of relevant issues; interdenominational. 828-859-5051.
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Correction/Clarification The article on page 6 in the Friday, Sept. 28 Bulletin about the upcoming UNCTV documentary “Gold Fever and the Bechtler Mint” should have said the Bechtler Mint was located in the 1830s in Rutherford County, which was established in 1779 from Old Tryon County. What is now Polk County was formed from Rutherford and Henderson in 1855 long after the Bechtlers closed their mint operation.
Chess Club, Mondays, 12:30 p.m., recreation room, LaurelHurst Apartments, Columbus. Open to anyone in community. 828-894-3336. Saluda Center Monday activities include line dancing at 12:30 p.m. For more information visit www.Saluda.com. LHS Varsity Tennis plays at Powdersville High School Oct. 1 at 4:30 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous, Mondays, 5:30 p.m., Tryon United Methodist Church, New Market Road in Tryon. Green Creek Community Center, line dance classes (ultra beginner and beginner/intermediate), Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the gym. Male Domestic Abuse Intervention Program, Mondays, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Steps to HOPE. 828-894-2340. Landrum Library, free yoga classes. 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Limited to first 30 people. Thermal Belt Stamp Club meets first and third Monday at 7:30 p.m. at the Tryon Federal Bank in Columbus. Alcoholics Anonymous, Mondays, 8 p.m., Columbus Presbyterian Church.
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Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Tuesdays, Ozone Drive and Hwy. 176, Saluda. The Meeting Place Senior Center, beginner/intermediate pilates, 8:30 a.m.; ceramics, 9:30 a.m.; devotions and art class, 10
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a.m.; Let’s move...Let’s move dance, 10:30 a.m.; bingo, 12:30 p.m. 828-894-0001. House of Flags Museum, open Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 33 Gibson Street, Columbus. Polk County Historical Association Museum, open Tuesdays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., 60 Walker St., Columbus, lower level. Free. LIFECare of Polk County/ Adult Day Health Care provides services Monday - Friday. Pet therapy every Tuesday is an opportunity for participants to interact with a trained pet therapy dog in a safe and meaningful environment. Call 828-894-2007 for more info. Green Creek Community Center, Zumba exercise class, Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. and 7 p.m., in gym. Cracker Barrel, 1 p.m. Tuesdays, conference room, Congregational Church. Polk County Historical Association, Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2:30 p.m. at the Polk County Historical Museum in Columbus. Ambrose Mills will talk about Alexander’s Ford and the Bradley Nature Preserve. All are welcome. Polk County Public Library, quilting club meets on the first Tuesday of each month, 4-6 p.m. Harmon Field Board of Supervisors will meet Tuesday, Oct. 2 at 5:30 p.m. at the Harmon Field cabin. Public welcome. 828-859-6655. LHS JV Volleyball plays Chesnee High School at home Oct. 2 at 5:50 p.m. Saluda Business Association, first Tuesday of each month, 5:30 p.m., top floor, public library. 828-749-3444. Women to Women support
group, first and third Tuesdays of each month, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at Steps to HOPE, 60 Ward Street, Columbus. 828-894-2340. Al-Anon Family Group meets Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Saluda Senior Center, 64 Greenville Street, Saluda, one half block off Main Street (U.S. Hwy. 176 S.), 828-749-2251 (Saluda) or 1-800286-1326. American Legion, Polk County Memorial Post 250, first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., 43 Depot Street, Tryon. Foothills Knitting Guild, first Tuesday of each month, North Woods Farm Fiber and Yarn, 221 North Main St., Campobello, 7 p.m. LHS Varsity Volleyball plays Chesnee High School at home on Oct. 2 at 7 p.m.
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Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Wednesdays, Fire Department in Green Creek, 7 a.m. - noon. The Meeting Place Senior Center Wednesday activities include Tai Chi, 9 a.m.; medication assistance; ceramics, 9:30 a.m.; Wacky Wednesday, senior fitness and Italian club, 10 a.m.; bingo and bridge, 12:30 p.m. 828-894-0001. Knights of Columbus Council #9492, Operation Lamb 2102 at IGA in Tryon on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Green Creek Community Center, quilters’ group, Wednesdays, 10 - 11:30 a.m. Saluda Center Wednesday activities, Trash Train, 10 a.m.; gentle Yin Yoga 12:30 p.m. For more activities, email saludacenter@hotmail.com or visit www.saluda.com. (Continued on page xx)
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Fourth annual Columbus Farm Festival set for Oct. 6 The community will have another opportunity to celebrate Polk County’s agriculture heritage on Saturday, Oct. 6, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., when the Town of Columbus will host its fourth annual Columbus Farm Festival. The festival will be held on Mills Street, Stearns Park and in and around Courthouse Square. The event will be held rain or shine. The downtown area will be closed to vehicles but open to pedestrians who can enjoy displays of farm animals, such as draft horses, goats and chickens, as well as other farm products and equipment. Festival-goers can also watch craftsmen make handcrafted items and take part in a variety of other activities. An extended tailgate market Saturday will offer produce and other products. There will also be a hayride and corn hole games sponsored by the Polk County FFA. The Columbus Farm Festival is sponsored by the Polk County Agricture Development Office, Town of Columbus and the Polk County Cooperative Extension Center. - article submitted by John Vining
Activities for people of all ages will be offered at the fourth annual Columbus Farm Festival in downtown Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 6. (photo submitted by John Vining)
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• New Polk website (continued from page 1)
Polk County. The fact book is 100 pages of information about Polk County and its towns, ranging from census and economical data to information about permits, taxes, transportation, schools, medical care and maps. The website also includes snapshots of businesses that will be changed frequently, as well as links titled “Living Here,” “Doing Business Here,” “Polk Data,” “About ETDC,” “Snapshots,” “News” and “Contact Us.” On the home page, pictures of the county rotate with some of the county’s attributes, including “Doing Business Here,” “Why Polk County,” “Our Horses Mean Business,” “Why North Carolina,” “Connectivity,” “Weather,” “Location” and “Community.” The “Doing Business Here” link, for example, says, “There’s a strong, old-fashioned bond between business and community here in Polk County. Our towns bustle with small, medium, and a
few large companies providing products and services. If you’re considering launching your own business here, you’ll find an eager workforce as well as regional economic development agencies that encourage entrepreneurial spirit while they support existing businesses. Whether you are looking at bringing a large business or a small cottage industry, you will find local governments and organizations ready to accommodate your needs–and make you feel genuinely welcome Screen from the new website for the Polk County Economic Development and Tourism Commission. in the community.” Other snapshots on varying pages of the website include top 100 high schools in America.” Johnson said she feels the webAnother bulleted item says, site is easy to navigate and added positive rankings of the county, such as being “top five horse communi- “Live like others vacation.” that it was launched on time and The ETDC will post monthly under budget. ties,” “Tryon voted best place to raise children,” “Voted one of top 10 meeting minutes on the website as The department is also working places to live in rural America” and well as the commission’s monthly on a new tourism website it plans to “Polk County High School voted newsletter. launch soon. TIPS FOR SUBMITTING PHOTOS TO
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Tryon Beer Fest will provide the occasion to taste a spectrum of beers produced by smaller breweries. Mass-produced beer will not be represented. “The Tryon Beer Fest offers the opportunity to sample a dozen or more crafted beers not generally available at retail stores simply because they are not produced in enough Logo for the Tryon Beer Fest, designed by quantity for broad Kathleen Carson with coloartion by Kim distribution,” Block Nelson. The image of Morris the Horse is said. “And a beer licensed through Tryon House. festival such as ours is an in- fest will be put back into projects expensive way of becoming fa- that improve our town and make miliar with quality beers. People it even more appealing for visitors hesitate to pay a premium price and people looking for a fun place for a six pack of beer that may to live and do business.” “We think local people as not agree with their taste buds.” The originator of the Tryon well as out-of-towners will have Beer Fest is the Tryon Down- a unique experience when they town Development Association ‘Tap Into Tryon’ on Nov. 10,” Crowell added. (TDDA). “TDDA wants to introduce still Tryon Beer Fest tickets will another venue for folks from the be limited. For more information, surrounding area to visit and get visit www.tryonbeerfest.com. to know Tryon,” said member Bill – article submitted Crowell. “Proceeds from the beer by Dan Trumble
N.C. Cattle Industry Assessment Referendum vote set for Oct. 4 The North Carolina Cattlemen’s Association has announced that the North Carolina Cattle Industry Assessment Referendum vote will take place on Oct. 4. Voting will take place at the Polk County Cooperative Extension during office hours, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Any North Carolina resident
over the age of 18 who can claim ownership of cattle, either beef or dairy, is eligible to vote. Anyone not available on Oct. 4 can contact the Polk County Cooperative Office to request an absentee ballot. – article submitted by John Vining
Polk rec basketball registration The Polk County Recreation Department is holding basketball registration for boys and girls in grades 1-6 through Oct. 15. Registration forms are available at Stea-
rns Gym or online at www.polknc. org. For more information, call the recreation office at 828-894-8199. – article submitted by Patty Aldred
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‘Inspired Drawing’ class at Tryon Painters and Sculptors Lindsey Moore will teach a drawing class entitled “Inspired Drawing” at the Tryon Painters and Sculptors (TPS) studio. This eightweek session will be held on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. noon, beginning Oct. 2 and ending Nov. 20. Some Drawing by Lindsey Moore. sessions will be held outside of the studio having majored in graphic at local points of interest, design and painting at Western Carolina University with post weather permitting. The class will encourage graduate studies in landscape the use of mixed media draw- painting in England and Italy. His range of work includes ing (crayon, pencil, pen and ink, brush, scratchboard and industrial design in the comwatercolor) created on paper, mercial aircraft industry along with interior, textile and clothboard and textured surfaces. Moore teaches painting ing design. He continues to in Greenville, S.C. and has work in his home studio creattaught portraiture classes at ing commission portraits and the Tryon Fine Arts Center. landscapes. To register or for more inHe has volunteered with the Guilford County schools to formation, contact Christine teach drawing and art history Mariotti at cmariotti@windin the elementary schools. He stream.net or 828-859-8392. – article submitted has been a freelance graphic by Sandi Fitzgerald artist for more than 30 years,
Polk sheriff’s office weekly report During the week of Sept. 19 through Sept. 26, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office answered 331 service calls. Officers made four arrests, including one for injury to personal property, one for breaking and entering, one for communicating threats and one for motor vehicle theft. Officers issued 25 citations, including 11 for speeding, three for expired registration, three
for operating a vehicle with no operator’s license, two for open container in passenger area of motor vehicle, five for infractions and one for an inspection violation. Officers also served 11 civil papers and conducted 444 church checks, 630 business checks and 116 residential checks. Officers traveled 6,876 miles. – information submitted by chief deputy Andy Greenway
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Where We Work An in-depth look at an area business
person featured: Melanie George business: Doggie Barber Shop phone number: 864-457-4490 Address: 202 Earle Street, Landrum, behind CVS email: doggiebarbershop@charter.net operating hours: Monday through Friday, open at 8 a.m., pick-up as late as 6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., pick-up by 4 p.m. Nature of business: Dog and cat grooming and seasonal boarding Principal Owner: Terri Henderson year founded: 2005 Number of employees: Four groomers how’s business? Never been better!
One thing I wish everyone knew about this business: We crate for the safety and benefit of the dog. We also will hand-dry the dog if the owner requests. Something you offer that a customer won’t find elsewhere: We are open six days a week, and
we work with the client to ensure the best grooming for their pets.
advice to young entrepreneurs: Practice, practice, practice. my first job: Cleaning office buildings for JKI cleaning company. Your role model (in business or in life generally): My mom. She always does the right thing even if it isn’t in her best interest. The key to a successful business: Be there for your clients. Get to know them, and let them get to know you.
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Be wary of manipulative intimidators To the editor, Bravo, Polk County! You thronged to the UDO meeting Monday night [Sept. 17], armed with Bibles and selfrighteous anger to show your might. Invited to learn about UDO, to ask questions and to become truly informed, you tried instead to cow our elected officials who had the gall to think they could infringe on
your sacred freedoms. These officials who would trespass with impunity (or so you were told) on your land, in your homes. And these same commissioners, two of whom are females – what do they know? How dare they! You showed them, all right! By acting like a mob, truly having the mentality of a bully (“tarred and feathered?) instead of a concerned group of citizens asking for clarification of the UDO, you played right into the hands of spineless cowards, backroom shady politicians, who vilified these commissioners weekly with unsigned car-
toons; and those cowards could care less about Polk County’s future. Had you listened, you would have remembered that these commissioners did not create UDO a few weeks ago out of thin air, nor ignored your input. They are following a plan, part of the 20/20, put in place “by the people, for the people” years ago with visions of a vibrant future for Polk County. Yes, the wording of UDO needs tweaking, but it does not warrant “throwing the baby out with the bathwater.” Thank heavens you elected these commissioners, particu-
larly these two courageous, strong women. They are honest, informed and hard-working on your behalf. They have tirelessly tried to put in place a plan to indeed safeguard your heritage: these beautiful hills and unique communities. They are doing it, not for personal advantages or political clout, but for the same reasons you hope to protect this county: for a deep love of this amazing bit of heaven on earth. So,please work together with your elected commissioners and be wary of manipulative intimidators. – Marie King, Tryon
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news briefs A glance at some of the latest news in the area.
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Landrum to rebid depot renovations Landrum City Council agreed on Sept. 11 to rebid renovations to the city’s depot. The city has gone through the budget and found cost savings, including going with gas heat instead of heat pumps as well as plumbing and light fixture savings. City council had considered going with a unisex bathroom but decided to leave two separate facilities. The bid requests will go out to four contractors.
An exciting and emotional blend of ballet, modern and jazz that is both eloquent and explosive.
Landrum to change city auditors During a meeting held Sept. 11, Landrum City Council approved a contract with The Hobbs Group of Columbia, S.C. to conduct the city’s next audit. The low bid came in at approximately $9,500. Cities are required to change auditors every three to four years.
Landrum hires IT provider The City of Landrum has decided to hire an outside IT provider to do computer work for both the city and the police department. Landrum City Council met Sept. 11 and approved hiring Rising Technologies of Boiling Springs, S.C. for $9,000 a year.
Tryon approves Crowell as TDDA chair During a meeting held Sept. 18, Tryon Town Council approved appointed Bill Crowell as the chair of the Tryon Tourism Development Authority.
Tryon to purchase compactor The Town of Tryon is purchasing a compactor from Jon & Jay’s for $3,200. Tryon Town Council approved a contract for the compactor, which can compact recycling. City officials said the town can pay off the compactor in nine months if it compacts only paper and cardboard and pay it off in five months if the town compacts cans as well. The compactor will be placed at the town’s wastewater treatment plant. It will cost $300 to move it.
Tryon appoints two to ABC board Tryon Town Council on Sept. 18 appointed Dennis Durham and Deborah Isabel to the Tryon ABC board. The town has had difficulty filling positions on its ABC board; with the two new appointments the board will be complete.
Columbus considers allowing use of Veteran’s Park The Town of Columbus is drafting a form for organizations to use Veteran’s Park for events. The town has had several requests for public use, but formerly had no policy on use of the park. Town council met Sept. 20 and agreed for staff to draft a form for the park’s use. Council members said they want to give veteran-affiliated organizations first priority. Stipulations for what will be allowed at the park and what will be restricted will be included in the form, which council will consider during its October meeting.
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Southside Grill set to open soon
Workers install the sign for the Southside Grill of Tryon at the former site of Elmo’s in downtown Tryon. Owners Rick and Mimi McKee said they plan to open the new restaurant in October. (photo right by David Widdicombe; photo below by Nick Holmberg)
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Local artist Carson to give plein air workshop Oct. 25 - 27 Call 828-859-9151 “Café in Troyes France,” by Saluda artist Jim Carson, is one of the paintings inspired by Carson’s recent three-week plein air painting trip to Paris and the surrounding countryside. Carson will give a plein air (outdoor) workshop in Saluda, Thursday –Saturday, Oct. 25-27. The workshop will focus on simplifying the landscape, values and the use of bold and spontaneous brushwork. It is open to all levels, from beginners to advanced. Carson has been offering plein
air workshops in and around Saluda for more than nine years. He is an experienced and nationally known plein air painter, having been juried into some of the most prestigious plein air festivals in the United States, including Door County, Wisc., Easton, Md. and Richmond, Va. For more information, contact Carson at jimcarson@tds. net,www.jimcarson.com or 828749-3702. - article submitted by Jim Carson
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Honking Tonkers Gallery offers mandala drawing classes Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Classes in mandala drawing are held at Honking Tonkers Gallery on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. The gallery is located at 78 E. Main St. in Saluda. For more information, call 828749-1070. - article submitted by Niece Lundgren
Pinecastle Records artists perform at World of Bluegrass
Owens Pharmacy has recently spruced up Trade Street in Tryon with outside planters and other fall decorations. Several residents have commented on the beautification. (photo by Leah Justice)
A number of Pinecastle Records artists performed at World of Bluegrass, held Sept. 24-28 in Nashville. The artists included I Draw Slow, Karl Shiflett, Niall Toner, Nu-Blu, Robert Hale and Town Mountain. The World of Bluegrass, organized by the International Bluegrass Musicians Association, is held annually to celebrate bluegrass music and honor the industry’s top musicians.
Pinecastle Records, located in Columbus, was created nearly 22 years ago and now has almost 250 releases in its catalog, including titles from some of the most influential musicians in the bluegrass genre such as Eddie Adcock, The Osborne Brothers, Jim and Jesse, and Charlie Waller & The Country Gentlemen. Pinecastle is owned by businessman and medical doctor Lonnie Lassiter. - article submitted
Nelson to teach landscape painting workshop Oct. 22-28 Richard Christian Nelson (Rich Nelson) will teach a five-day autumn landscape painting workshop in Tryon Oct. 22-28. The class will meet at Skyuka Fine Art gallery and paint outdoors in the area from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. each day. Artists will work from life to grasp the fundamentals fundamentals of painting the landscape. This is open to all media, but oils will be emphasized. According to Nelson, “We will paint the beautiful N.C. foothills for five days, just as the greens are fading to red and gold.” The artists will concentrate on painting outdoors. There will be lectures and demos by Nelson, and group “critiques” (mostly just putting the work up and having each artist say “how it’s going”). If it is raining, the class will stay indoors and decide whether to work on still life or hire a model.
Nelson is an accomplished portrait and gallery artist who lives in Tryon. He earned his BFA from the College of Creative Studies (CCS) in Detroit, Mich. in 1988. Nelson taught anatomy, figure drawing and painting at CCS part-time after graduating. He has been working ever since as a portrait artist, gallery artist and instructor. He and his wife, Kim, opened Skyuka Fine Art in 2010 www.SkyukaFineArt. Com. This workshop is open to all levels and all media, but oil will be emphasized. Class size is limited to 12. You can see examples of Nelson’s landscape and other work at richnelson.com/works.Visit richnelson.com/workshops, email rich@richnelson.com or call 828859-0318 for more information. - article submitted by Rich Nelson
Painting by Richard Christian Nelson. (photo submitted)
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White Oak Village raises $1,200 for Thermal Belt Outreach Dolores Zeese, Thermal Belt Outreach volunteer and resident of White Oak Village Retirement Community in Tryon, recently challenged other White Oak Village residents to dig deep for the needy families of Polk County, especially the children. John Barber, executive vice-president and CFO of White Oak Management, picked up her challenge and the company pledged matching funds for all funds raised by White Oak Village Retirement Community. Residents gave a total of $1,200, some of which was designated for the Feed-A-Kid Weekend Back Program, and White Oak Management matched those funds for a total gift of $2,400. Carol Newton, Thermal Belt Outreach director said, “We are extremely grateful for the support of White Oak residents and management. It truly makes a difference.” On a sad note, Zeese passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 25. White Oak Village residents said she was
Dolores Zeese (left) and Rita Motter (right), of White Oak Village, present Carol Newton (center), Thermal Belt Outreach director, with a donation. (photo submitted)
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PAC hikers on Sept. 21 on the Daniel Ridge Loop at Pisgah National Forest (in no particular order): Ann Hodge, Patsy Panther, Carolyn Parker, Mark McCall, Carol McCall, Robin Edgar, David Edgar, Michael Cass, Leila Oliver, Elizabeth Dicey, David McCullough, Dawn McCullough, Rennie Habel, Kathy Gross, Wayne Link, Dorcas Epley, Carolyn Brooks, Peggy Guy, Linda Weber, Paul Weber, Barbara Hall, Emily Brock, Claire Brock, Justin Brock, Lois Torlina, Marie King, Mary Savard and the dogs, Buck and Adel, rescues from Foothills Humane Society. (photo submitted by Pam Torlina)
PAC hike goes to the Saluda Mountains Passage Oct. 5 Join the Pacolet Area Conservancy (PAC) on Friday, Oct. 5 for a 6.5-mile, moderate/strenuous hike on the newly completed Saluda Mountains Passage of the Palmetto Trail, the second hike of PAC’s fall hiking series. PAC Land Protection Specialist Pam Torlina will lead the out and back hike. Hikers will start at the Talisman Camp trailhead and ascend approximately 565 feet over the course of approximately 3¼ miles to the highest point along this section of the trail. Then, hikers will turn around and enjoy the descent back to Talisman Camp trailhead. The Saluda Mountains Passage is the newest section of the eventual 425-mile Palmetto Trail, a recreational trail that traverses the state of South Carolina (and a portion of North Carolina). When completed, the trail will consist of several connecting passages from Oconee State Park in the mountains of South Carolina to just north of Charleston on the coast, connecting the mountains to the sea and showcasing the unique history, culture and geography of the Palmetto State.
The Saluda Mountains passage skirts the northern edge of the 19,000-acre Greenville Watershed, dipping in and out of North and South Carolina, as well as the watershed property. In order to protect Greenville’s water supply, the watershed property has been closed to visitors for nearly 70 years, and the Saluda Mountains Passage allows people the unique opportunity to see a portion of this pristine property. If you are interested in attending the PAC hike at the Saluda Mountains Passage, contact the PAC office to sign up by phone at 828-859-5060 or e-mail, landprotection@pacolet.org. Hikers should wear appropriate clothing and footwear; bring a bag lunch and/or snack and plenty of water. Be sure to bring any personal medication that you may require. Hikers should be prepared to return to the area by 3 p.m. at the latest. In case of inclement weather, please contact the PAC office by 8:15 a.m. on the day of the hike to see if the hike will take place. (Continued on page 15)
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Cash to pitch for Virginia Military Institute
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L u c a s C a s h o f Po l k County is pursuing his career as a pitcher for Virginia Military Institute (VMI) in Lexington, Va. Here Cash is shown with VMI Assistant Baseball Coach Jonathan Hadra. Cash played baseball for Polk County High School. (photo submitted by Judy G. Cash)
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Tryon Kiwanis Club meets Wednesdays, noon, Congregational Church, 210 Melrose Ave., Tryon. Female Domestic Abuse Intervention Program, Wednesdays 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Steps to HOPE. 828-894-2340. LHS Varsity Tennis plays Carolina High School at home on Oct. 3 at 4:30 p.m. Male Domestic Abuse Intervention Program, Wednesdays, 5:30 - 7 p.m., Steps to HOPE. 828-894-2340. Alcoholics Anonymous Tryon 12 and 12, Wednesdays, 6:30 7:30 p.m., Tryon Coffeehouse, 90 Trade Street.
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cense Mobile Unit will be at 130 Ward St. in Columbus, directly in front of the post office, from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 4. Saluda Center Thursday activities: knitting group, 9:30 a.m.; gentle Yin Yoga, 5:30 p.m. For more activities, email saludacenter@hotmail.com or visit www.saluda.com. The Meeting Place Senior Center Thursday activities include ceramics, 9:30 a.m.; devotions, 10 a.m.; bingo or movie, 12:30 p.m.; grocery shopping, 1 p.m.; yoga, 6 p.m. 828-894-0001. House of Flags Museum, open Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 33 Gibson Street, Columbus. Please submit Curb Reporter items in writing at least two days prior to publication. Items must include a name and telephone number of a contact person. Items will be printed in order by date of event, as space allows.
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Greenville Foothills Pony Club members will hold a community garage sale, Saturday, Oct. 6 at Riverbend Equestrian Park in Greenville, S.C. (photo submitted by Pam Lee)
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Greenville Foothills Pony Club is part of the United States Pony Clubs and is a 501c3 non-profit organization. Contact Pam Lee for more info at: castawayacres@charter.net or 864-221-2113. - article submitted by Pam Lee
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