This Is Us Almanac

Almanac This is us

30th Annual • 2022

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30TH ANNUAL • 2022

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Green River Plantation The beautiful, historic Green River Plantation, known as the Green River House, is one of Western North Carolina’s beloved attractions. Built in 1804, this lovely 19th century home and property offers an ideal location for your private event or wedding and reception. The Green River Catering staff has over 25-years of event experience and can offer services for events small and large; onsite catering and off site deliveries offered, as well. Our event facilities feature an inside Tea Room, Outdoor Pavilion, Indoor Gate House facility and Outdoor Ceremony Site. Historic Tours of home are offered by reservations only.

Green River House 6333 Coxe Road, Rutherfordton, NC 28139 Contact: Amanda Cantrell, owner (828) 286-1461

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Welcome to Polk County and Upper Spartanburg County, the area known as the Foothills, in the beautiful Thermal Belt region.

With gorgeous views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, our area offers a breathtaking setting in which to live, work and play.

This is the 30th edition of the This Is Us Almanac, and it aims to assist you in connecting with a variety of resources you might need, whether you’re new to the area, or even if you have lived here your whole life.

Staff Operations Manager Jeff Allison Graphic Designer Justin Akey

Administration Sydney Wilkie

Marketing Kevin Powell Ben Bouser

Distribution Jeff Allison Jamie Lewis

Reporter Leah Justice

THOMAS JEFFERSON CLASSICAL ACADEMY

TABLE OF CONTENTS 14 Area Maps 18 Emergency Services 22 Local Government 24 Voting Information

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23 Judicial System 25 Licenses & Permits 28 Economic Assistance 32 For Seniors 34 Hospitals 42 Medical Services

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44 Polk County Education 48 Spartanburg County Education 60 Salons & Barbers 63 Libraries 64 The Arts 70 Recreation & Fitness

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88 Equestrian Services 94 Veterinary Services 96 Business Organizations 98 Farmers Markets 100 Restaurants 104 Wineries 106 Houses of Worship

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112 Civic Clubs and Organizations 128 Advertiser Index

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EMERGENCY SERVICES

Emergency services in the Thermal Belt are provided by both paid and volunteer staff. All are highly trained, fully equipped and committed to high standards. All areas include 911 services for emergencies.

POLICE/SHERIFF DEPARTMENTS

Columbus Police Department Facebook

Campobello Police Department: 864-468-4545 Police Chief William C. McNeill Columbus Police Department: 828-894-5464 Police Chief Scott Hamby Greenville County Sheriff’s Office: 864-271-5210 Sheriff Hobart Lewis Saluda Police Department: 828-749-2691 Police Chief Charles Conner

Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office: 864-503-4500 Sheriff Chuck Wright Landrum Police Department: 864-457-7281 Police Chief Kristopher Ahler Polk County Sheriff’s Office: 828-894-3001 Sheriff Tim Wright Tryon Police Department: 828-859-9195 Police Chief Jeff Arrowood

FIRE DEPARTMENTS Campobello Fire Department: 864-468-4921 Fire Chief Eddie McNeill Columbus Fire Department: 828-894-3667 Fire Chief Tony Priester Glassy Mountain Fire Department: 864-895-4306 Fire Chief Robert J. Staples Green Creek Fire Department: 828-863-2100 Fire Chief Jeremy Gregg

Mill Spring Fire Department: 828 894-2454; Fire Chief Roger Roberts Saluda Fire and Rescue: 828-749-9816; Fire Chief Robert Dillinger Landrum Area Fire and Rescue District: 864-457-3101 Fire Chief Warren Ashmore Tryon Fire Department: 828-859-9335 or 859-9566 Fire Chief Joshua Walton

Saluda Fire & Rescue Facebook

EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES Landrum Rescue One: 864-457-2857 Polk County Emergency Medical Services: 828-894-3067 Director Michael Crater Polk County First Responders: 828-894-3067 Polk County Rescue Squad Facebook

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Polk County Rescue Squad: 828-894-2323 Lake Lanier residents should call 911 for emergencies and will be assisted by the appropriate rescue agency.

LIBRARIES

LOCAL GOVERNMENT POLK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

40 Courthouse St., Columbus, N.C., 828-894-3301, polknc.org Commissioners meet the first and third Monday of the month. The meetings are held at 5 p.m. in the R. Jay Foster Hall of Justice in the Bryant T. Womack Justice and Administration Building, Columbus.

Chairman: Tommy Melton (R) Vice-Chairman: Paul Beiler (R)) Commissioners: Myron Yoder (R), David Moore (R) and Andre Overholt (R)

POLK COUNTY DEPARTMENT HEADS

Attorney: Jana Berg Polk County Manager: Marche Pittman Clerk to the Board of Commissioners: Kristy Tipton Polk County Consolidated Human Services Director: Joshua Kennedy Emergency Management Director: Bobby Arledge Agriculture Economic Development Director: Dawn Jordan Board of Elections Director: Cliff Marr 22

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Finance Director: Sandra Hughes Planner: Cathy Ruth Social Services Director: Kim Wilson Library Director: Marcie Dowling Solid Waste Director: Larry Walker Building Maintenance Director: Mickey Edwards Systems Coordinator: Bruce Yelton Tax Administrator: Melissa O’Loughlin Transportation Director: Katlyn Langford Veterans Administration Director: Gina Cashion Tourism Director: Melinda Massey Meeting Place Senior Center Director: Haley Suskauer Planning / Economic Development Director: Cathy Ruth Development Assistant: Chelsea Allen Human Resource Officer: Tommy Oakman

POLK COUNTY ELECTED OFFICIALS

Polk County Sheriff: Tim Wright (R), 828-894-3001, polkcosheriff.org Clerk of Court: Pam Hyder (D), 828-894-4900, nccourts.org

District Attorney’s Office: Andrew Murray, District 29B, 828-894-5010 Register of Deeds: Sheila Whitmire (R), 828-894-8450 Board of Education: Danielle Gibbs (Columbus Township), Sherry Page (Green Creek Township), Judy Jackson (Coopers Gap Township), Michael Ashworth (Tryon Township), Rick Covil (Tryon Township), Rob Parsons (Saluda Township) Lucinda Allen (White Oak Township) Polk County Schools Superintendent: Aaron Greene, 828-894-3051, polkschools.org.

AREA MUNICIPALITIES TOWN OF COLUMBUS:

95 Walker St., Columbus, N.C., 828-894-8236, columbusnc.com Town Council meets the third Thursday of every month at 6 p.m.

Mayor: Patrick McCool Council Members: Richard Hall, Mark Phillips, Brent Jackson and Becky Kennedy Columbus Town Manager: Timothy Barth Columbus Town Clerk: Monica Greene

CITY OF SALUDA:

6 East Main St., Saluda, N.C., 828-749-2581, cityofsaludanc.com City Council meets the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m.

Mayor: Tangie Morgan Commissioners: Stan Walker, Melanie Talbot, Mark Oxtoby and Paul Marion Saluda City Manager: Steven Orr Saluda Clerk: Pam Waters Saluda Finance Officer: Julie O’Steen

TOWN OF TRYON:

301 N. Trade St., Tryon, N.C., 828-859-6654, tryon-nc.com Town Council meets the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.

Mayor: Alan Peoples Commissioners: Dr. Crys Armbrust, Chrelle Booker, (Mayor Pro Tem), Bill Crowell and Bill Ingham Tryon Town Manager: Zach Ollis Tryon Town Clerk: Susan Bell

CITY OF LANDRUM:

100 N. Shamrock Ave., Landrum, S.C., 864-457-3000, cityoflandrumsc.com City Council meets at 6 :30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month.

Mayor: Robert Briggs Council Members: Billy Inman, Shannon Dotson, Joyce Whiteside, John Carruth, Tammy

Wells Cox and Daniel Prince Landrum City Administrator: Rich Caplan Landrum City Clerk/ Treasurer: Rita Bruce

SPARTANBURG COUNTY:

366 N. Church St., Spartanburg, S.C., 864-596-2500, spartanburgcounty.org.

County Council: Manning Lynch (chair), Monier Abusaft (District 1), Jack A. Maybry (District 2), David Britt (District 3), Justin McCorkle (District 4), Bob Walker (District 5), Jessica Coker (District 6) County Administrator: Cole Alverson County Clerk: Debbie Ziegler

GREENVILLE COUNTY:

301 University Ridge, Suite 2400, Greenville County Square, Greenville, S.C., 864-467-7115, greenvillecounty.org County Council: Chair Butch Kirven (District 27), Vice Chair Willis Meadows (District 19), StanTzouvelekas (District 22), Michael Barnes (District 18), Lynn Ballard (District 26), Steve Shaw (District 20), Joe Dill (District 17), Ennis Fant (District 25), Xanthene Norris (District 23), Dan Tripp (District 28), Liz Seman (District 24) and Chris Harrison (District 21) County Administrator: Joseph Kernell

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VOTING

VOTING POLK COUNTY Polk County residents can register to vote at the Polk County Board of Elections, located in the Womack Building on Courthouse Street in Columbus. Hours are Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Mail-in forms are also available at the Board of Elections office, the Polk County Library, and the Department of Social Services.

POLK COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS

Chair: Sharon Goettert Member: Renee McDermott Member: Dr. Warren Carson Member: Keith Holbert Secretary: Scott Woodworth Elections director: Cliff Marr, 828-894-8181, www.polknc. org/board_of_elections_2.php PRECINCT LOCATIONS Sunny View Elementary School (Coopers Gap precinct) Polk County High School (Columbus 7 precinct) Polk County Isothermal Community College Polk Campus (Columbus 8 precinct) Green Creek Fire Department (Green Creek precinct) Mill Spring Fire Department (White Oak precinct) Saluda Fire Department (Saluda precinct) Harmon Field Log Cabin (Tryon precinct) 24

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SPARTANBURG COUNTY Landrum residents may register to vote at the Landrum City Hall, 100 N. Shamrock Avenue. Phone: 864-457-3000. Hours are Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

To register by mail, obtain a form from the Landrum Branch of the Spartanburg County Library and mail to: Voter Registration, P.O. Box 1287, Spartanburg, S.C. 29304, 864-596-2549.

The Spartanburg County voter registration office is located at 366 N. Church St., Spartanburg, S.C., and is open Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. South Carolina residents may also register to vote when applying for a driver’s license. Landrum residents vote at Landrum United Methodist Church.

Lake Lanier and Gowensville residents can register to vote at the Greenville County Registration and Elections Office, located at Greenville County Square, Suite 1900, 301 University Ridge, Greenville, S.C., 864-467-7250. The office is open Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. To register by mail, call for forms. Lake Lanier and Gowensville residents vote at the Gowensville Community Center, 14186 Hwy. 11.

JUDICIAL SYSTEM Office of the District Attorney (District 29B): Andrew Murray, Serves Polk, Henderson and Transylvania Counties, 828-694-4200, ncdistrictattorney.org Court information: including court dockets and calendars, visit nccourts.org.

Polk County Magistrates: Appointed by resident superior court judge for two-year terms. Duties include: issuing warrants (including search warrants), domestic violence orders, presiding over administrative court (traffic tickets, speeding and stop violations, worthless check cases), small claims court, can perform marriages, 828-894-8119.

LICENSES PERMITS

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LICENSE PLATES, REGISTRATION

The license plate office and county tax office are together at 51 Walker Street, Columbus, NC 28722. The tax/tag office is open from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. 828-894-8500.

BUILDING PERMITS

Community Development Building, 35 Walker St., Columbus, NC, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 828-894-3739.

ZONING/BUILDING PERMITS

For new construction, alterations to existing buildings, or moving of buildings within the city limits of Columbus, Saluda, Tryon or Tryon’s extraterritorial jurisdiction, a zoning permit is required from the Town Hall within that town.

Landowners outside an incorporated town should check with the county Building Inspection Department.

SIGN PERMITS

FISHING/HUNTING LICENSE The Regulations Digest for North Carolina Inland Fishing, Hunting and Trapping can be can be found at www.ncwildlife.org or locally at the following locations: Tim Edwards Landscaping 109 Post Office Rd, Mill Spring, NC, 828-894-0741 M.A. Pace General Store 50 East Main St, Saluda, NC, 828-749-2401 McGuinn’s Store 4884 NC Hwy 9, Mill Spring, NC, 828-625-4755 Silver Creek Campground 3111 Silver Creek Rd, Mill Spring, NC, 828-894-2331 Town of Tryon 291 N. Trade St Tryon, NC 828-859-9195

Outside the incorporated city or town – obtain from the Building Inspection Department and the Planning Director. Inside city limits – obtain from appropriate Town Hall.

BOAT REGISTRATION

Boat Registration Section, Wildlife Resources Commission, 1709 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699, Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m., 919-662-4370 or 800-628-3773, Proof of ownership required.

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DRIVER’S LICENSES

There is a mobile driver’s license unit that visits Columbus at the Polk County Tax and Tag Office, located at 51 Walker Street, Columbus. Dates can be found at polknc.org under the license plate agency tab, at ncdot.gov/dmv or by calling 919-715-7000.

Other locations include: Hendersonville: 125 Baystone Dr., Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m., 828-692-6915.

Forest City: 596 Withrow Rd., 828-248-1121.

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SPARTANBURG COUNTY DRIVER’S LICENSES

Information: 800-442-1368. Branches open Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. except on state holidays.

Spartanburg branches: 8794 Fairforest Rd., Suite B, 864-587-4713, and 1625 Southport Rd., 864-594-4940.

Woodruff branch: 363 S. Main St., 864-476-5913.

LICENSE PLATES, REGISTRATION

Newcomers must obtain license plates and title within 45 days of moving to the state. Applicants must fill out a Form 400 and submit it with their current out-of-state title and a paid property tax receipt from the county in which they reside.

ZONING/BUILDING PERMITS

Landrum City Hall: 100 N. Shamrock Ave., 864-457-3000 BUILDING PERMITS, INCLUDING APPROVAL FOR ALL SEPTIC CONSTRUCTION:

County Building Inspector’s Office, 366 Church St., Spartanburg, 864-596-2727, Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. For mobile homes in the City of Landrum, zoning approval must first be obtained from City Hall.

SIGN PERMITS

Available from the Building Inspector’s Office, following zoning approval from City Hall.

DOG TAGS

Required within Landrum City limits and obtainable at Landrum City Hall.

BOAT REGISTRATION

Available from the S.C. Dept. of Natural Resources, Boat Titling and Registration, P.O. Box 167, Columbia, SC 29202, 803-734-3447.

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ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE SOCIAL SERVICES

POLK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES 231 Wolverine Trail Mill Spring, NC 28756 Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

828-894-2100 (or 828-894-0187 after hours emergencies)

The mission of Polk County Department of Social Services is to assist families and individuals by helping them maintain and/or enhance their quality of life and to prevent abuse, neglect and exploitation of vulnerable people in the community as we administer services and public assistance programs in a timely, effective and professional manner.

The agency administers the Food and Nutrition Services Program, Medicaid for families and children, Medicaid for aged and disabled programs, and temporary assistance to Needy Families Program. DSS administers various programs of emergency assistance to families and individuals in crisis and provides referral services to local, state and federal resources. DSS also offers foster parent preparation training.

SPARTANBURG COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES 630 Chesnee Hwy. Spartanburg, SC 29303 864-596-3001 Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (after hours reporting 864-585-1445), dss.sc.gov The mission of the South Carolina Department of Social Services is to efficiently and effectively serve the citizens of South Carolina by ensuring the safety of children and adults who cannot protect themselves and assisting families to achieve stability through child support, child care, financial and other temporary benefits while transitioning into employment.

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THERMAL BELT OUTREACH MINISTRY

134 White Dr., Columbus, NC 28722 Monday-Thursday 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Friday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

828-894-2988, tboutreach.org Since 1991, Thermal Belt Outreach Ministry (Outreach) has served Polk County residents living with a crisis or with longer-term poverty. A private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Outreach’s mission is to provide compassionate assistance to Polk County residents who are unable to meet their basic life needs. Whether it is providing food to children and families through the Food Pantry and Feed-A-Kid Program, or by helping families facing the loss of their home or utilities being cut off, Outreach seeks to bring the necessities of life to those who need a helping hand and a caring heart.

HOUSING

Highwood Apartments P.O. Box 807, Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-3499 A HUD complex for persons 62-plus years of age with 44 apartments Ashley Meadows Apartments 113 Ashley Meadows, Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-2671, 336-644-1577 Subsidized, low-income housing

Thermal Belt Habitat For Humanity 40 E. Mills St., Columbus, NC 28722 828-393-6494, Tuesday - Friday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Habitat ReStore 132 N. Trade Ave., Landrum, SC 29356 Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

864-457-2666, thermalbelthabitat.org Thermal Belt Habitat for Humanity is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International and operates in Polk County, N.C. and Landrum, S.C. Its mission is to provide affordable housing in a decent community for people of modest income who otherwise might not be able to afford homeownership. Since its inception, ReStore has been a major funding source for the ongoing construction of new homes.

Bon Aire Apartments 700 S. Randolph St., Landrum, SC 29356 864-457-2280 Federally subsidized housing Ridge Oak Apartments 160 Shuford Rd., Columbus, NC 28722 864-457-2280 Federally subsidized housing

FOOD

Free community meal These meals are held in the Landrum area beginning at 4 p.m. on the second Saturday at First Baptist Church, Gowensville; on the third Saturday at First Baptist Church, Landrum; and on the fourth Saturday at Landrum United Methodist Church.

Mt. Valley Pentecostal Free lunch available every Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mt. Valley Pentecostal Holiness Church on Hwy. 176, Tryon.

Polk Baptist Association Care Kitchen Free hot meals are served from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Friday at 208 Blanton St., Columbus in the lower level.

Saluda Welcome Table Everyone is invited to attend the Saluda Welcome Table, every Tuesday. Dinner will be served from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. in the fellowship hall of Saluda United Methodist Church. All are welcomed.

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FOR SENIORS The Meeting Place Senior Center 75 Carmel Lane, Columbus, NC 28722 Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

828-894-0001, polkcountymeetingplace.com

Polk County Sheriff’s Office R-U-OK Program 164 Government Complex Dr, Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-3001 (non-emergency), polkcosheriff.org Contact front office at 828-722-5026

Sponsored by the Polk County Council on Aging, The Meeting Place provides daily recreation, art, music, language and social activities. Lunch is served every weekday at 11:30 a.m. Home-delivered meals are available for seniors who are unable to travel.

Seniors may also obtain assistance regarding Medicare and Medicare Supplement insurance policies and claim forms through the Senior Health Insurance Information Program at the Meeting Place.

The R-U-OK program is an automated phone system that calls residents of Polk County on a daily basis at a time specified by the user. The recipient of the call presses a specific button to acknowledge receipt of the call. If there is no answer or the recipient fails to properly acknowledge the call, an alert is sent and a PCSO officer responds to the residence to check on the resident.

The Meeting Place I 25 Shield Dr., Columbus, NC 28722 828-863-2795 The Meeting Place II (Saluda Senior Center) 64 Greenville St., Saluda, NC 28773 Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

828-749-9245 The Saluda Senior Center offers a variety of programs to enhance the quality of life for senior residents of Polk County, including home delivered and congregate meals..

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Polk County Transportation Authority County Annex, Gibson and Ward St., Columbus, NC 28722 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

828-894-8203, polknc.org/transportation Polk County Transportation Authority has proudly served the public transportation needs of citizens since 1985, offering safe, reliable travel to and from a wide range of destinations including around the county, or to Hendersonville, Asheville, Forest City, Shelby, Spartanburg and Greenville. The well-maintained fleet includes lift-equipped vans and child safety seats. Call to arrange trips to work, college, shopping, personal care appointments, medical appointments, airports and more. Free for those over 60. Donations encouraged. Call by 10 a.m. to schedule a trip for the next day. Out-of-county trips require three-day advance notice.

HOSPITALS ST. LUKE’S HOSPITAL

101 Hospital Drive, Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-3311 or 828 894-2408 saintlukeshospital.com The beauty of nature that surrounds St. Luke’s Hospital provides peaceful views and a comforting environment; it’s no wonder the hardwoods, natural light, mountain views and natural stone have helped create a unique healing environment for patients and families. With the opening of a new patient care wing and rehabilitation center, St. Luke’s Hospital has enhanced the patient experience through the healing powers of nature.

Opened in January 2014, the new wing on the hospital campus provides dedicated care and rehabilitation of orthopedic patients. Large private patient rooms feature expansive views of nature, full private baths, a daybed for visitors, and a flat-screen TV, all to enhance the short but impressive stay following surgery.

A state-of-the-art Rehab Center provides a comprehensive range of therapies in an open therapeutic gym and five private treatment rooms. An underwater treadmill provides one-on-one aquatic therapy, and a ceiling-mounted harness system allows patients to continue their rehab without the fear of falling. Featuring a full kitchen, bathroom and car simulator, the Rehab Center provides opportunities for patients to practice and master Activities of Daily Living (ADL) before leaving the hospital.

In addition to orthopedics and rehab, St. Luke’s Hospital is well-known for providing “high touch” healthcare right along with “high tech” services such as digital imaging, 24-hour physician-staffed Emergency Department, impressive surgical services and respectful geriatric-psychiatric care for older adults suffering with depression, dementia, Alzheimer’s and other mental health issues.

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Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, the country’s premier accreditation agency for hospitals, St. Luke’s Hospital received national recognition as a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for 2013 for treating pneumonia and for surgical care. In announcing this milestone for the community hospital, The Joint Commission states, “This achievement demonstrates St. Luke’s Hospital’s commitment to assuring that evidencebased interventions are delivered in the right way and at the right time because it is the right thing to do for our patients.”

St. Luke’s was also recognized in 2014 as a top performing hospital by iVantage Health Analytics for overall excellence in Quality and Patient Satisfaction.

With support from St. Luke’s Hospital Foundation and St. Luke’s Hospital Auxiliary, St. Luke’s remains a private, not-for-profit acute care hospital. Both the hospital and St. Luke’s Hospital Foundation are managed by a local board of trustees. St. Luke’s Hospital is affiliated with Carolinas HealthCare System for management, contracting and purchasing assistance.

SERVICES PROVIDED TO THE COMMUNITY INCLUDE: • 24-hour emergency care (EMS transport and helipad on campus) • Orthopedic surgery and nursing care • Physical, occupational, hand and speech therapy; Lymphedema therapy • Perioperative services (general, ophthalmology, urology) • Intensive care unit • Medical-Surgical nursing unit • The Center for Behavioral Medicine (an inpatient geriatric-psychiatry unit for older adults suffering with depression, dementia, Alzheimer’s and other mental health issues) • Senior Life Solutions (an intensive outpatient therapy program for older adults facing life’s challenges)

• St. Luke’s Physician Network (providing access to family practice, orthopedics and general surgery) • Radiology services with digital imaging (MRI, nuclear medicine, mammography, bone density, ultrasound and CT) • Laboratory services • In-house pharmacy • Respiratory care • Hospitalist services • Diabetes education • Outreach and education • Community Alternatives Program Last year, St. Luke’s Hospital provided in excess of $3.5 million in costs for charity care and unreimbursed costs for direct patient care services, and for community health improvement services.

St. Luke’s Hospital has been an important part of the Foothills’ history, providing needed healthcare services to the area for more than 85 years. The individualized attention and teamwork St. Luke’s staff display in caring for patients has helped our community hospital dispel the myth that bigger is better. Indeed, St. Luke’s Hospital provides exceptional care, close to home.

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MARGARET R. PARDEE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

800 N. Justice Street, Hendersonville, NC 28791 828-696-1000, pardeehospital.org Pardee Hospital is a not-for-profit community hospital founded in 1953 and is managed by UNC Health Care. It is the first and only hospital in North Carolina to be accredited with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO 9001:2008) for quality health care standards.

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Pardee Hospital is licensed for 222 acute care beds and has more than 230 physicians and specialists on the medical staff.

A total of 175 physicians hold full admitting privileges and 40 specialties are represented through our medical staff.

Pardee provides health care to all who seek it without regard for their ability to pay for services. With 1,200 employees, Pardee is the second largest employer in Henderson County. In addition to acute care beds, the hospital has a range of health services offered to the community, including a Rehab & Wellness Center, Health Education Center and Urgent Care.

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SPARTANBURG REGIONAL HEALTHCARE SYSTEM 101 E. Wood St., Spartanburg, SC 29303 864-560-6000, spartanburgregional.com

With 6,000 employees and more than 500 physicians on staff, Spartanburg Regional is an integrated healthcare delivery system that provides care from birth to hospice.

Spartanburg Regional provides programs in home health, imaging services, pediatrics, occupational health, sports medicine and rehabilitation, and more.

Outpatient surgery is offered through the Ambulatory Surgery Center of Spartanburg and the Surgery Center at Pelham. The Emergency Center, Gibbs Cancer Center, Heart Center and Women’s Health at Spartanburg Regional are recognized as Centers of Excellence.

Regional services include primary physician network, which has an office located in Landrum. With a reputation for technological excellence throughout the Southeast, SRHS provides the highest quality of care to patients in Spartanburg, Cherokee and Union counties in South Carolina, and Polk and Rutherford counties in North Carolina.

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RUTHERFORD REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM

288 S. Ridgecrest St., Rutherfordton, NC 28139 828-286-5000, myrutherfordregional.com Founded in 1906 by Drs. Henry Norris and Montgomery H. Biggs as Rutherford Hospital, Inc., Rutherford Regional Health System today is a not-for-profit hospital system governed by a local board of trustees licensed for 143 private acute care beds. Rutherford Regional is dedicated to providing patients with a full range of services to meet their healthcare needs, with over 120 qualified physicians and more than 23 medical specialties.

In addition to being a four-time Top 100 Hospital (Thomson Reuters), Rutherford Regional Health System recently received three more national recognitions, including being named one of America’s 100 Great Community Hospitals - as well as ‘Top Performer on Key Quality MeasuresTM from The Joint Commission.

Rutherford Regional Health System consists of the Medical Center and14 off-site entities in Rutherford and Cleveland counties, that provide a wide variety of inpatient, outpatient and emergency services.

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MARY BLACK HEALTH SYSTEM 1700 Skylyn Dr. Spartanburg, S.C. 29307 864-573-3000, maryblackhealthsystem.com

Mary Black Health System is a health care delivery system comprised of Mary Black Health System – Spartanburg, Mary Black Health System - Gaffney, Mary Black Physicians Group, and Mary Black Health Network, Inc. The combined organization has 332 licensed beds, more than 1,400 employees and more than 400 physicians on medical staff.

Providing health care services to Upstate residents for more than 90 years, Mary Black Health System – Spartanburg’s acute care hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission, The Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (Chest Pain Accreditation), and is a Certified Stroke Center.

Our facility features surgical suites, a warm and inviting Family Birthing Center, nationally credentialed (CARF) Inpatient Rehabilitation, a 24-bed Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, Geriatric Psychiatric Services, a Joint Care Program, Cardiology and a Sleep Center.

Outpatient services include Radiology, Endoscopy Center, a Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center, Rehabilitation Services and Women’s Breast Health Center featuring sameday digital mammography and bone density testing.

MEDICAL SERVICES GENERAL HEALTH NEEDS HOSPICE Hospice of the Carolina Foothills 155 West Mills St Suite 108., Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-7000 or Toll Free 800-617-7132, hocf.org Medically directed program of care for persons with life-threatening illnesses and for their families. Services are delivered by staff professionals and specially trained volunteers. Bereavement care is offered to the community.

Upstate Community Hospice (Agape Hospice) Smith Phayer Hospice House 260 Fairwinds Rd., Landrum, SC 29356 864-457-9100, hospiceofrutherford.org A home away from home that ensures all patients receive the proper level of care they need. The Hospice House is a Medicare-certified, 12-bed inpatient medical facility serving families in the foothills. An experienced hospice staff and fully trained volunteers provide care and attention to hospice patients and their families. This inpatient care option is primarily dedicated to patients who have challenging care requirements, or caregiver relief needs.

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Polk County Health Department 161 Walker St., Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-8271, rpmhd.org Provides adult and child immunizations and other community health care services, women’s health services, communicable disease and sexually transmitted disease services (counseling, testing and treatment), WIC program, well child examinations for children.Fees vary based on income.

Polk Home Health Agency 161 Walker St., Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-8271 Provides skilled nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, social work, speech therapy and home health aides and medical social services in the home, based on medical need. Polk Home Health Agency is part of the Rutherford-Polk-McDowell District Health Department.

GENERAL HEALTH SERVICES/ HEALTH PROMOTION Community Alternatives Program (CAP) for Disabled Adults St. Luke’s Hospital 101 Hospital Dr., Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-3311 A subsidized health care program for disabled adults, CAP includes home care, prescriptions, medical supplies and safety equipment.

Collins Dental Center 158 White Dr., Columbus, NC 828-894-3120 info@brchs.com The center treats children and financially qualified adults needing emergency dental work.

Polk County Health and Wellness Coalition 161 Walker Street, Columbus NC, 28722 828-894-8271 Polk County Health and Wellness Coalition is a consortium of volunteers dedicated to making a difference in the health and wellness of Polk County.

Our name reflects the mission of a broad-based group of community leaders, health professionals and concerned community members working together to plan and implement effective strategies to promote wellness in out community.

Rutherford - Polk Smart Start Partnership for Children & Families 338 Withrow Rd., Forest City, NC 28043 828-245-8673 Smart Start brings together all the people involved in a young child’s life families, teachers, doctors, caregivers, social workers, and many others to ensure every child has all they need for healthy growth and development.

RETIREMENT/ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES

Residential Substance Use Disorder Treatment Center Pavillon is a recognized leader for effective twelve-step residential treatment, research based recovery services and education for substance use and co-occurring disorders. Through an exceptional staff of clinical and medical professionals, we provide intensive treatment for adults and young adults, detox services, extended care, professionals’ program, recovery management and family education services.

Located on 160 acres in the Blue Ridge foothills, the waterfalls, trails and gardens are the healing backdrop to the inner work and spiritual growth that is the foundation for Pavillon’s residential 12-step model of recovery.

Tryon Estates 617 Laurel Lake Drive, Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-3000, 800-633-2718, 828-351-7544 Actsretirement.org Retirement apartments, home health, skilled and assisted living, 52‑bed nursing facility, 44‑bed assisted living facility.

LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods 1064 W. Mills St., Columbus, NC 28722 828-481-9149, Capitalsenior.com Retirement home apartments and assisted living available.

White Oak Village Retirement Community 70 Oak Street, Tryon, NC 28782 828-859-5871, Whiteoakindependentliving.com 101 retirement apartments.

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CooperRiis Healing Community 101 Healing Farm Lane, Mill Spring, NC 28756 828-929-3803 cooperriis.org CooperRiis believes that whole person care, delivered in a community setting, is the most powerful and effective way to address challenging mental health issues. In the healing community, they embrace a holistic approach to recovery that emphasizes three specific and often interrelated areas of focus including community work and service, clinical support and wellness.

Family Preservation Services 94 White Dr., Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-2290 Polk County’s main provider of adult and child mental health care services.

Blue Ridge Health Services 161 Walker Street, Columbus, NC 28722 Walk-in integrated care facility offering primary care, mental health, substance abuse, recovery support, education/prevention and wellness services to underserved and uninsured residents of Polk County.

NAMI Four Seasons (National Alliance on Mental Illness)

888-955-6264, Monday – Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. info@namifourseasons.org Helpline 800-950-NAMI Serves in Hendersonville and Polk County as an advocate for the mentally ill, support for friends and families, strive to educate the public about mental illness and eliminate stigma.

ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE/ HOLISTIC HEALTH Adawehi Healing Center 401 Adawehi Court, Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-5260, Monday – Friday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. adawehi.com Adawehi Healing Center invites you to experience health and wellness. Located at the 125- acre Adawehi Wellness Village, services include chiropractic care, massage, colon hydrotherapy, reflexology, yoga, tai chi and more. Adawehi is also home to Beneficial Foods Organic Grocery.

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NURSING HOMES Autumn Care of Saluda 501 Esseola Circle, Saluda, NC 28773 828-233-5368, 828-749-2261 Saberhealth.com/senior_living/Saluda_NC Rehabilitation, skilled nursing, intermediate and long-term care facility with 99 beds.

White Oak Manor 70 Oak St., Tryon, N.C. 28782 828-859-9161, Whiteoakmanor.com 70‑bed skilled and intermediate care facility and 30‑bed adult care home/respite care facility.

ADDICTION RECOVERY Pavillon International 241 Pavillon Pl., Mill Spring, NC 28756 828-528-3401, pavillon.org Nonprofit residential treatment facility dedicated to effective treatment of addictions as well as codependence, compulsive spending, depression, grief and loss.

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EDUCATION POLK COUNTY SCHOOLS

Polk Central Elementary Grades K-5 Kim McMinn, Principal 2141 S. NC Hwy. 9, Mill Spring, NC 28756 828-894-8233 http://www.polkschools.org/pcs/

Tryon Elementary School Grades K-5 Kevin Weis, Principal 100 School Pl, Tryon, NC 28782 (828) 859-6584, http://www.polkschools.org/tes/

Polk County Early College Grades 9-13 Mary Greene, Director 1545 E. N.C. Hwy. 108, Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-2698 http://www.polkschools.org/pcec/

Saluda Elementary School Grades K-5 Dr. Cari Maneen, Principal 214 E Main St, Saluda, NC 28773 (828) 894-1040, http://www.polkschools.org/sal/

Polk County Middle School Todd Murphy, Principal; Nikki Honeycutt, Assistant Principal 321 Wolverine Trail; Mill Spring, NC 28756 828-894-2215 http://www.polkschools.org/pcms/

Sunny View Elementary School Grades K-5 Preston Allen, Principal 86 Sunny View School Rd, Mill Spring, NC 28756 (828) 894-1050, http://www.polkschools.org/sve/

Stearns Education Center District Administration Aaron Greene, Superintendent PO Box 638 125 East Mills Street, Columbus, NC 28722, (828) 894-3051, polkschools.org

Polk County High School Grades 9-12 Dr. Brandon Schweitzer, Principal; Assistant Principals Josh Hill and Michelle Travieso 1681 E. NC Hwy. 108, Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-2525 http://www.polkschools.org/pchs/ Polk County Schools Aaron Greene, Superintendent 125 East Mills Street Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-3051, www.polkschools.org

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POLK COUNTY SCHOOLS Doing What’s Right For Students

Mike Ashworth - Chair

Rick Covil - Vice Chair

Polk County Board of Education Relationships: Polk County’s teachers work diligently to develop meaningful relationships with their students. These strong relationships allow teachers to know, understand and meet the needs of the students they serve.

Academic success: Polk County Schools was recently ranked as the 2nd highest performing school district in North Carolina. The Polk County Board of Education and hundreds of educators strive to provide high quality educational experiences for young people, affording them the tools they need for future success.

Community: Polk County Schools receives substantial support from the Polk County community. Families, local government, businesses, and philanthropic organizations partner with our staff and schools to ensure students are afforded opportunities to learn and grow in the classroom and beyond.

WHAT MAKES POLK COUNTY UNIQUE Lucinda T. Allen

​​Rob Parsons​​

Danielle Gibbs

Judy N. Jackson

Sherry H. Page

Polk County Schools is often asked “What are your teachers doing that allows your students to perform so well year after year?” Other school systems want to know what magic we have that they can replicate in their schools. Unfortunately for the other school systems, the answer isn’t an easy one.

If they want their students to perform like students in Polk County, all they need to do is replicate the strong community support our students receive.

For students in Polk County, a supportive community comes in many different forms. We have strong and consistent leadership from our School Board and Superintendent. These leaders can focus on providing the best learning opportunities for our students because our parents and other community members trust them to make the best decisions possible for our students. Polk County’s Commissioners also understand that to have a school system where students have opportunities well beyond just the classroom instruction and sports will take additional funding. Through the strong financial commitment from the commissioners, Polk County’s students have art, music, band, engineering and career exploration courses.

With this framework in place, our schools can focus on the needs of their students.

The staff of Polk County Schools understand our singular focus, “Doing What’s Right For Students.” When new teachers and principals come to Polk County, they sometimes take a while to fully understand how different our schools really are from our neighbors.

Every school system talks about focusing on students, but the schools in Polk County fully integrate this idea in everything we do. We explain to new employees that we hired them because they were the best person we could find to enrich the lives of our students. It is our teacher’s responsibility to form a meaningful relationship with the students to help each student reach his/her potential. Polk County Schools understand that the best instructional decisions are made in the classroom. This instructional freedom allows our teachers and students the freedom to experiment and try new activities to help their students succeed. tryondailybulletin.com

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Summer AIG Seminars - funded by PCCF

The Polk County Community Foundation funds AIG Summer Seminars for academically or intellectually gifted students. This past summer the following camps helped AIG students advance their academic and engineering skills. The AIG Summer Seminars are a great opportunity for students to be challenged by teachers from different schools and academic areas.

• Learn. Explore. Create. - This course will have students in grades 4-6 creating stop motion video using a variety of production techniques.

• Robots - This course will have students in grades 4-6 building and programming robots.

• Booklovers Camp/Origami Fun - This course will have students in grades 4-8 preparing for the district, regional and state Battle of the Books competition.

• The Power of Code - This course will have students in grades 4-6 coding in Java Script.

• Chocolate: The Sweet Taste of Chemistry - This course will have students in grades 7-9 learning about chemistry with chocolate as their tasty instructional focus.

• Water Stewardship - This course will have students in grade 7-9 learning about the important role of water through snorkeling and scientific data collection The support of our students goes beyond the schools. The Polk County Community Foundation is a major partner is many things our students do each day. Generous funding from the Foundation is focused into two areas: Programs for Students and Opportunities to Train Teachers. For Students, the Foundation supplements the funding for our afterschool program, sponsors the Summit mentoring program, pays 100% of the student fees for participating in the PCHS Band, funds the Summer AIG programs. For Teachers, the Foundation recently sponsored sending our school counselors to the NC School Counselors conference to learn better ways to support our students. The Foundation also sent a group of Middle & High school teachers to the National Social Studies Conference.

PreSchool Program

Polk County Schools operates a preschool program at each of its four elementary schools, offering students in our community the opportunity to attend a high-quality early childhood program.

The program targets the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of the children to ready them for school. Services are available through funding from Head Start, NC-PreK, Exceptional Children, Title I and support from Polk County’s Commissioners.

After School Program

With 21st Century Grant Funding and assistance from the Polk County Board of Commissioners, Polk County Schools is pleased to be able to offer the PEAK After School program again this year. PEAK After School serves students in PK-8th grade in all four elementary schools and at Polk County Middle School. When enrolled in the program, parents know their children can stay at school from 3:00PM to 6:00pm each day. During After School, students have opportunities to receive help with school work and homework; participate in STEM, literacy and social-emotional enrichment opportunities; and enjoy fun games and activities.

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Career & Technical Education

Along with the strong academic course load available to students at Polk County High School, the school also provides a strong Career & Technical Education program. The students can participate in career training for: Agriculture, Health Science, Construction, Business & Marketing, Hospitality, and Family & Consumer Science.

When students complete a focused study in one or more of the career areas, they are successfully passing industry certification exams in: Health Care, Construction, Office productivity, and Food Service.

The Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs at Polk County High provide students the skills needed to obtain jobs right out of high school while providing other students with the practical skills needed to continue their postsecondary education.

PCHS students in career training classes regularly compete and win regional and state competitions. Due to their success at Regional and State competitions, students in PCHS agriculture classes have attended the National poultry judging, land judging, tractor driving and Future Farmers of America (FFA) competitions. Students in PCHS construction classes have improved school campuses by building sidewalks, picnic shelters and outdoor classrooms. These same students have completed the first of nine houses that will be used as supportive housing for thermal Belt Outreach Ministry clients. This is an example of Polk County High School students giving back to the community that has supported them throughout their school career.

SUMMIT is an addition of the PEAK After

School program, funded by a grant through Polk County Community Foundation. This funding provides additional clubs and teams that would not otherwise be available to our After School students. These include clubs that provide our students with a small group, enriching environment to learn and engage in specific topics. Some of our current clubs include Debate, Gardening, Sign Language, Character and Construction.

Another important component of SUMMIT is the volunteer mentoring program. In this program, students are paired with a community volunteer, who commit one hour each week to meet with students one-on-one. The mentors spend time each week assisting with homework, playing games, reading, learning and talking with individual students. The SUMMIT mentoring program benefits the students, the schools, and the community when our students make meaningful and lasting connections with their mentors. tryondailybulletin.com

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Getting Outside the Classroom

Athletic Accomplishments

Polk County Middle School and Polk County High Schools sponsor male and female athletic teams for students in grades 6-12. Through these sports, students learn about the importance of committing the time and effort necessary to reach personal goals. As a part of a team, athletes learn to work together and rely on input from everyone to reach team goals.

Ensuring that our students have excellent Reading and Math instruction is important, but this doesn’t mean our students spend all of their time inside the classroom. Polk County teachers know that the best way for some students to learn is by moving and experiencing the content. Through the support of partners like FENCE and Muddy Sneakers, our elementary students have opportunities to learn in the forests surrounding our schools. At the Middle and High School level, students have opportunities to work on STEM and Construction projects or learn about Agriculture and Horticulture on the high school farm.

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SPARTANBURG COUNTY

DISTRICT ONE/LANDRUM AREA SCHOOLS Spartanburg District One Board of Education District members are : Chairman Travis Sloan, Secretary Brenda Roger’s, Debbie Baker, Billy Cothran, April Fowler, Mark Holden, Kimberly Ross, Steve Skinner and Mark Rollins.

Regular meetings of the board of trustees are generally held the second Monday of the month. Unless otherwise stated, the meetings are held at the District One Schools Administrative Office, 121 Wheeler St., Campobello, SC. All meetings begin at 7 p.m. Administrative staff can be reached at 864-472-2846.

Landrum High School Grades 9-12 Kegan Flynn, Principal; Kim Sloan & Josh Fowler, Assistant Principals 18818 Asheville Hwy, Landrum, SC 29356 864-457-2606, Fax: 864-468-4004 spart1.org/lhs

Campobello-Gramling School Grades K - 8 Jeremy Darby, Principal; Jennifer Still & Traci Wines, Assistant Principals 250 Fagan Ave., Campobello, SC 29322 864-472-9110, Fax: 864-468-4210 spart1.org/cgs

Landrum Middle School Grades 6-8 Amy Walker, Principal; David Kirkland & Drew Sloan, Assistant Principals 104 Redland Rd., Landrum, SC 29356 864-457-2629, Fax: 864-457-5372 spart1.org/lms

O.P. Earle Elementary School Grades K – 5 Brian Murray, Principal; Ashley Foster, Assistant Principal 100 Redland Rd., Landrum, SC 29356 864-457-3416, Fax: 864-457-3913 spart1.org/ope

SPARTANBURG COUNTY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Travis Sloan, Chairman Brenda Rogers, Secretary Debbie Baker

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Billy Cothran April Fowler Mark Holden

Kimberly Ross Steve Skinner Mark Rollins

​​P RIVATE, CHARTER, HOME SCHOOLS AND HIGHER EDUCATION

Lake Lure Classical Academy A Challenge Foundation Academy (LLCA-CFA) will provide a first-class education to every child (K-10), thereby developing thoughtful, articulate young adults.

Director: Barbara Cohen. 828-625-9292, llca.teamcfa.org.

Tryon Seventh-Day Adventist School Offers education of the “whole person,” grades K-8. The home, school, church and community participate in the procedure of education, which also blends into the basic message and mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

828-859-6889; tryonadventistschool.org.

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WORKING HARDER to Keep You Healthier

SHIELDING YOUR FAMILY Shield your family from the dangers of viruses through safe and effective immunization. For the last 60-years, vaccines have primed the immune systems of millions of Americans to recognize and defeat the virus without the need for prior infection. As a result, vaccinations have significantly reduced and nearly eliminated many diseases in America that once maimed or killed people of all ages.

Keep Your Family Healthier with vaccines from Foothills Medical Associates or Saluda Family Medicine.

HHHHH Foothills Medical Associates

(828) 894-5627 130 Forest Glen Road, Suite B Columbus, NC 28722

Saluda Family Medicine

(828) 749-0149 1347 Ozone Dr., Suite 2 Saluda, NC 28773

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Home Schooling For more information about home schools, visit ncdnpe. org, or contact David Mills, N.C. Division Director of NonPublic Education, 1301 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699, 919-733-4276.

Isothermal Community College, Polk Campus Adult Basic Education (ABE), Adult High School (AHS) and General Educational Development (GED). English Second Language (ESL) is available free of charge for adults.

Provides continuing education opportunities for adults who desire to upgrade their capabilities for professional success or to enrich their personal lives.

828-894-3092 isothermal.edu.

Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy Founded as a public charter school in 1999 and has since become a forerunner in education. Their K-12 collegepreparatory curriculum based on grammar, logic and rhetoric enables students to graduate as thoughtful young adults who are prepared for college and ready for a lifetime of citizenship and active intellectual inquiry.

828-245-9526 or 828-657-9998, tjca.teamcfa.school.

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our mission To serve as the creative driving force for performances, exhibits, arts education, and community partnerships in the Foothills.

Live Art, Give Art. Learn more at tryonarts.org.

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Studio Z Salon & Spa 828-551-9238 COLUMBUS Hair Associates 828-894-2990 Hair Den 828-859-5757 Paul’s Barber Shop 828-817-4598 JK Nails 828-894-5535

Karma Salon & Boutique 828-894-0613

Honeycomb Hair Salon 864-510-1568

Lovely Lady Styling Salon 828-894-8580

Lovely Nails 864-457-5621 Main Street Salon 864-457-4202

Town & Country Salon 828-894-8003 Uptown Girl Salon 828-894-7011 LANDRUM Dale James Salon 864-457-1086 Headlines by Patti 864-457-3536

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HairKutters 828-286-9166 Julia’s Salon 828-289-1519 Machele’s Beauty Salon 828-286-2203

Smith’s Associates 864-457-3733

Salon 141 828-289-9776 Salon 360 828-288-3854

Victorian Rose 864-457-3800

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LIBRARIES POLK COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES

OTHER COMMUNITY LIBRARIES

Polk County Main Library 1289 West Mills St., Columbus, NC 28722 Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

828-894-8721, polklibrary.org

Lanier Library 72 Chestnut Street, Tryon, NC 28782 Tuesday - Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Saturday: 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Sunday: 1 - 4 p.m.

828-859-9535, thelanierlibrary.org Founded in 1890, the Lanier Library is Tryon’s oldest civic organization and one of only 16 remaining membership libraries in the United States. Visitors are always welcome and most programs are free and open to the public.

Saluda Community Library 44 W. Main St. Saluda, NC 28773 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sat. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

828-722-5218

SPARTANBURG COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES Landrum Library 111 Asbury Dr., Landrum, SC 29356 Monday-Friday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

864-457-2218, spartenburglibraries.org

Stony Knoll Community Library 4508 Fox Mountain Road, Mill Spring, NC 28756Founded by Della Jackson on Aug. 24, 1937, Stony Knoll Community Library is unique in that it is the first and only institution built by AfricanAmericans for African-Americans in North Carolina in the 1930s. The library today contains old-fashioned school readers, classics, curiosities and various old and valuable books and sets – about 80,000 volumes in all.

There is also a small historical museum. Visitors are welcome; call Evelyn Petty first at 828-894-3984.Visit stonyknollcommunitylibraryinc.weebly.com. tryondailybulletin.com

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ARTS TRYON FINE ARTS CENTER

34 Melrose Ave., Tryon, NC 28782 Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 828-859-8322, tryonarts.org Since 1969, Tryon Fine Arts Center has been well known for bringing Grammy Award-winning music, internationally acclaimed musicians, arts education for toddlers and teens and world-class art exhibits to our rural community.

The center’s “Be Inspired Grant” program, or B.I.G., awards grants to teachers for arts projects in classrooms. TFAC is also well known for its free community events, such as Sundays in the Peterson Amphitheater, “Do It Yourself ” Messiah, gospel sings, and the annual Martin Luther King Celebration sponsored by the Thermal Belt Friendship Council. TFAC also conducts an Arts in Education Program.

Facilities include the Veh Stage, an intimate 300-seat auditorium providing professional lighting and sound; the Mahler Room, providing an informal setting for meetings and lectures; Gallery I for visual arts exhibits; the Peterson Amphitheater, a 150-seat outdoor venue; Sassoon Park, a two-level garden setting for receptions; the Farwell Garden, an enclosed garden setting and large studio spaces of mixed use.

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UPSTAIRS ARTSPACE

49 S. Trade St., Tryon, N.C. 28782 Tuesday - Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

828-859-2828, upstairsartspace.org Upstairs Artspace is a nonprofit contemporary art gallery in downtown Tryon, exhibiting two and three-dimensional art and craft by leading artists of the Southeast, and particularly, the Carolinas. The Upstairs has a long-standing reputation for art that is sometimes experimental, often avant-garde and always collectible. Their artists are usually established in their careers, but they also welcome the emerging artist whose work is impressive for being fresh, innovative and challenging.

The Upstairs was founded in 1978 in the upstairs bedroom of a local artist. Today we occupy a handsomely renovated building with over 3,000 square feet of exhibition space in three separate galleries. The exhibitions change every two months and are typically developed around a theme. The organization features a strong schedule of programs designed to educate children and adults through tours, lectures, workshops, demonstrations, films and classes in local schools.

TRYON CONCERT ASSOCIATION 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon, NC 28782 828-859-8322, tryonconcerts.com

Committed to nurturing appreciation of and involvement in classical music, The Tryon Concert Association presents an annual series of concerts providing the community with a variety of classical and other quality music with cultural and educational value. TCA has focused on its mission of bringing world-class artists to Tryon for 60 years, typically presenting a series of four concerts from the fall through the spring. The quality of artists presented rivals what can be found in major metropolitan markets.

TRYON LITTLE THEATER 516 S. Trade St., Tryon, NC.28782 828-859-2466, tltinfo.org

Since 1948 Tryon Little Theater has been providing plays and musicals to Western North Carolina and the Upstate of South Carolina. TLT presents four theatrical productions a year, plus special events and summer youth productions.

Auditions are open to the public.

TRYON PAINTERS & SCULPTORS 78 N. Trade St., Tryon, NC 28782 Tuesday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

828-859-0141, tryonpaintersandsculptors.com

The goal of Tryon Painters and Sculptors is to foster and develop an understanding and appreciation of the fine arts and their place in the cultural life of the community. TPS offers competent instruction in the arts of painting, graphics, sculpture and related arts to its members and the general public through classes and workshops. The organization also promotes programs for the improvement of the artwork of talented youth and helps provide scholarships for this purpose.

TPS also hosts exhibits in the gallery throughout the year.

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TRYON ARTS & CRAFTS SCHOOL

373 Harmon Field Rd., Tryon, NC 28782 Monday - Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

828-859-8323, tryonartsandcrafts.org Tryon Arts and Crafts School provides creative opportunities for everyone through education, instruction and expression of heritage and contemporary arts and crafts in a friendly, stimulating and enriching environment. Classes and workshops are offered in seven professional studios in subjects that include pottery, weaving, basketry, woodworking, blacksmithing, lapidary, stained glass, silver smithing, copper enameling and fiber arts.

TACS is a nonprofit organization chartered by the state of North Carolina in 1960. The Heritage Gallery exhibits artifacts, crafts and tools dating back over the past two centuries, while the gift shop demonstrates the talents of current members, students and instructors.

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TRYON CONCERT ASSOCIATION 34 Melrose Ave., Tryon, NC 28782 828-859-8322, tryonconcerts.com

Committed to nurturing appreciation of and involvement in classical music, The Tryon Concert Association presents an annual series of concerts providing the community with a variety of classical and other quality music with cultural and educational value.

TCA has focused on its mission of bringing world-class artists to Tryon for 60 years, typically presenting a series of four concerts from the fall through the spring. The quality of artists presented rivals what can be found in major metropolitan markets.

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RECREATION FITNESS

FISHING

Fishing opportunities in Polk County include river, lake and pond fishing. River fishing provides both stocked areas and wild trout waters.

Lake Adger is home to the state record for largest musky.

Hatchery supported trout waters are stocked with thousands of brook, brown and rainbow trout monthly from March through August. Hatchery trout waters are closed during March and open the first Saturday in April statewide. There is a daily limit of seven trout per day with no minimum size limit or bait restrictions.

Polk County hatchery supported trout waters include: • North Pacolet River from Pacolet Falls to Hwy. 108 bridge • Fork Creek Church on SR 1100 to N. Pacolet River • Big Fall Creek portion above water supply reservoir

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LAUGHTER POND

Laughter Pond, located near the Polk County Recreation Complex off Hwy. 108 in Mill Spring, provides public fishing and is stocked with catfish.

Owned by Polk County, the pond was opened to the public through a cooperative effort of the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and the Polk County Parks and Recreation Department.

There are no

size restrictions on catfish and the daily limit is six catfish per licensed person per day.

LAKE ADGER

Lake Adger is owned by Polk County and is stocked with Muskellunge (Muskies) as part of the N.C. Wildlife Resources fish stocking program as well as having Bass. The juvenile Muskies are released into Lake Adger in October with the average size released being 8 to 18 inches in length. 1-800-785-7542

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PUBLIC SWIMMING The Foothills are known for mountains and rivers and plenty of public swimming opportunities.

The area is home to nearby lakes, the Green and Pacolet Rivers as well as a county-owned outdoor swimming pool.

Gibson Park Pool Public swimming pool. Summer hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 12-5 p.m. Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Fee for pool use. Annual pass available.

828-894-2646.

Harmon Field Beach Public river swimming and a public park with playgrounds. Call Tryon Town Hall at 828-859-5784 for cabin reservations or more information.

Lake Adger County-owned lake with public access to fishing and boating. The marina is located off Silver Creek Road in Mill Spring with lake regulations including boat motor size restrictions and no water skiing or jet skiing. Kayaks and canoes, fishing and pontoon boats are allowed.

Lake Lure Beach Nearby Lake Lure is located off of Hwy. 9 North just past the Sunny View community and has a public beach with lifeguards and a marina with public boat access.

877-386-4255, 828-625-0077

KAYAKING, TUBING, CANOEING The Green River is home to the world class Narrows race for champion kayakers and is also known as a relaxing spot for tubing and canoeing. Several access points are available on class I through class V rapids.

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Green River Cove There are two public access areas to the Green River, Fish Top and Big Rock, which offer kayaking, tubing, hiking and other activities.

Swimming is not allowed and is illegal (a misdemeanor) at any N.C. Wildlife access area. 828-749-3781 Green River Adventures Offers guided day trips and classes for whitewater kayaking. 111 East Main St., Saluda. 828-749-2800 Wilderness Cove Tubing and Campground River tube rentals available May through September with prices including shuttles to the campground. Open seven days a week. Located at 3772 Green River Cove Rd., Saluda. Call 828-7499100 or visit nctubing.com for more information.

Silver Creek Campground and Whitewater Outfitters Whitewater rafting, canoeing, tube rentals and paintball are available.

The campground also offers fishing

classes for campers, including instructions on fly-fishing, bait casters and knot tying. Located at 3111 Silver Creek Rd., Mill Spring. Call 828-894-2331 or silvercreekcampground for more information.

BOAT TOURS Home to two public lakes, visitors can take in the mountain views of the foothills by taking a boat tour of Lake Lure in Rutherford County.

Lake Lure Boat Tours and Rentals Schedule a boat tour or rent a boat from the Lake Lure Inn and Spa. The inn offers covered boat guided tours detailing the history of the lake and the Hickory Nut Gorge. Lake Lure is also home to the filming of the movie, Dirty Dancing. Located at 2930 Memorial Hwy., Lake Lure, N.C. www.lakeluretours.com, 877-386-4255 or 828-625-1373.

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ZIP LINE ADVENTURES The Gorge The Gorge offers a unique and thrilling tree-based zip line canopy adventure in the famous Green River Gorge. Located at 166 Honey Bee Dr., Saluda, N.C. www.thegorgezipline.com or 828-749-2500.

Canopy Ridge Farm Located at 7115 U.S. 64/74A, Lake Lure, NC 28746. www.canopyridgefarm.com or 828-625-4500.

TRAILS From paved walking tracks at schools to true hiking trails that are longer, and often hilly, Polk County, Landrum and Lake Lure have many options for a leisurely walk, a mountainous hike or a playground to take children.

COLUMBUS AREA

Adawehi Institute, Adawehi Lane, off Fox Mountain Road, easy forest walking path, adawehi.com.

Green Creek Family Life Center, Green Creek Dr., www.visitnc.com/listing/green-creek-family-life-center, 828-863-4008 Isothermal Community College Trail, 1255 W Mills St., access is from Isothermal Community College parking lot. 828-286-3636 Tom Raymond Fitness Trail, 101 Hospital Drive, easy footpath features fitness stations as well as an tryondailybulletin.com

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Welcome to the First Peak!

We’ll help you discover this area.

We’re your local experts – call, click or stop by our Visitor Center in Columbus. We’ll help you find your way around Historic Saluda, Tryon, Columbus and the surrounding areas.

We have a wealth of free information – from phone books and detailed road maps to attractions, restaurants and events. Our staff is glad to help you find the information you need to get settled and have a great time in the First Peak of the Blue Ridge.

828-894-2324 • 800-440-7848 • firstpeaknc.com First Peak Visitor Center, 20 East Mills Street, Columbus, NC 28722 f Bu o fal

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Use our interactive map to find nearby restaurants and lodging.

This map may not be reproduced without permission. ©Polk County Travel & Tourism. All rights reserved.

Visitor Centers First Peak Visitor Center the official Visitor Center for Polk County 20 E. Mills St., Columbus 28722 800-440-7848 • firstpeaknc.com Saluda Visitor Center 20 W. Main St., Saluda 28773 828-749-0077 • saluda.com Tryon Visitor Information 26 Maple St., Tryon 28782 828-859-6655 • exploretryon.com All information subject to change.

Get to know us.

This is the First Peak Visitor Center in Columbus. Stop by and let us help.

Firstpeaknc.com is your personal guide Our interactive map is a great tool for exploring. You’ll discover the latest events plus local attractions, restaurants and lodging.

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attractive hardwood forest setting, primary access is from St. Luke’s Hospital back parking lot.

Stearns Park, E. Mills Street/Hwy. 108, across from the Polk County Courthouse, includes a walking path and Stearns Gym with recreational activities. 828-894-8199

LAKE LURE AREA

Donald Ross Nature Trail, 271 Hwy. 9, directly across from Ingles Supermarket, three miles of trails looping through easy, wooded terrain, 828625-9983.

LANDRUM AREA

Some people say the sky’s the limit. At Chimney Rock, we mean it. 1,000 acres of rambunctious beauty – amazing views, trails and a 404-foot waterfall.

See Chimney Rock differently.

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Blue Wall Passage of the Palmetto Trail, Dug Hill Road, Eastern and most northern section begins with FENCE trails, then connects with country roads and sidewalks through downtown Landrum and around Lake Lanier, continuing from Dug Hill Road to Vaughn’s Gap where it connects to the Poinsett Reservoir Passage, sctrails.net.

PROTECT THE PLACES YOU LOVE IN POLK COUNTY You can protect the beautiful mountains, farms, views, and rivers that you love, as a part of Conserving Carolina. So far, Conserving Carolina has helped protect over 10,000 acres in Polk County, including family farms, wildflower preserves, hiking trails, greenways, and the new local park at Little White Oak Mountain.

Get Outside Explore Polk County's great outdoors. Conserving Carolina has helped protect dozens of natural areas that are open to the public, from vast wilderness areas to local parks and greenways. Find a new place to explore in the Get Outside section of our website.

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conservation news, invitations to events, members-only hikes, and more perks.

opportunities, from trail building to

difference. Our Kudzu Warriors keep Polk County trails beautiful by there are many more volunteer greenway clean-ups to help in the office.

www.conservingcarolina.org connect with your local land trust!

828-697-5777 info@conservingcarolina.org

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Brookwood Park, Hwy. 14 between S. Poplar, S. Bomar and Brookwood Drive, half mile walking path, some shaded, and a playground. 864-4573000

MILL SPRING AREA

Rocket Park, Polk Central Elementary School, 2141 Hwy. 9 South, half mile nature trail with educational markers and playground. pcs.polkschools.org/ naturetrail.

Polk County Recreation Complex, 235 Wolverine Tr., includes walking path, tennis courts, playground and fishing pond.

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SALUDA AREA

Bradley Nature Preserve, 9.2-acre tract, intersection of Esseola Drive and Substation (near Autumn Care).

Lazy Girl Loop Trail, Accessible from Laurel Drive, easy one mile trail (one way), no dogs allowed, saludaclt.org/points-of-interest-map.

Little Bradley Trail, Holbert Cove Rd., two mile moderate out and back hike crosses and follows Big Cove Creek, leading to 50-foot Little Bradley Falls.

Norman Wilder Forest, Hwy. 176 between Tryon and Saluda, Pacolet Area Conservancy trail located in 185 acres of mature thirdgrowth mixed hardwood on theslopes of Warrior Mountain. Trail has bridges, steps and loops. Plan on a two to three mile hike. pacolet.org/pac-trails.

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EQUINE | FARM + RANCH | LIFE AUTO | HEALTH | BUSINESS COLUMBUS 816 W. Mills St., Suite A-2 | 828-859-6700 HENDERSONVILLE 225 6TH AVE W | 828-692-9171

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Sweeping mountain views, pastoral vistas and endless sky provide the perfect setting for 6 charming Cottages and 6 luxurious Inn Rooms.

Can you think of a more beautiful location for weddings, a wine bar and 12 amazing accommodations? Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Landrum, SC.

Pearson’s Falls 2720 Pearson’s Falls Road, a 268-acre botanical preserve owned and maintained by the Tryon Garden Club, trail is 1/4 mile walk to a 90-foot waterfall, admission charged, pearsonsfalls.org.

Saluda Elementary School 214 E. Main St., playground and tennis courts, polkschools.org Saluda Mountain Passage of the Palmetto Trail, Parking at Orchard Lake Campground & Talisman Camp Saluda Nature Park Entrances off Chestnut Street and Orchard Hill. Trails run down into a valley where you can walk along the creek or go to a small spring.

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Trails of the Green River Game Lands Trailheads on Big Hungry Rd. and Green River Cove Rd., 16 miles of trails in the Green River Game Lands, a rugged tract of more than 10,000 acres along the Green River in Henderson and Polk Counties. Owned by the state of North Carolina, the primary purpose of the NC Game Lands is wildlife conservation and management. Hunting, fishing and trapping are allowed in game lands. The trails in this unique area are maintained to encourage foot travel only.

TRYON AREA

Foothills Equestrian Nature Center (FENCE), 3381 Hunting Country Rd., five miles of hiking and riding trails located in 390-acre tract; Wildwood Trail is 0.3 miles, paved and handicap accessible, fence.org, 828859-9021.

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Harmon Field 117 Harmon Field Rd., walking path includes a fitness course, paved walking track and playground, harmonfield.com.

Missing Trace 40 One mile moderate to difficult loop includes 2 river crossings, trailhead on Pearson Falls Rd. Melrose Falls Trail Located off of 176 in the “Twin Bridges” area, this moderate, 1/2 mile trail is owned by Pacolet Area Conservancy and parallels the North Pacolet River.

Vaughn Creek Greenway/Ziglar Field 884 New Market Road is a ¾ mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located south of Tryon. It features Vaughn Creek and a Sillar’s Falls waterfall.

There is an old trestle railroad tunnel at the end of the trail. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking and nature trips. Easy flat trail. Park along the road. Picnic shelter located on New Market Road. See: tryon-nc.com/service/parks-recreation.

Woodland Park 262 Chestnut St., nature trails located close to downtown Tryon, tryon-nc.com

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TRYON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sharing the light of Christ’s HOPE, PEACE, JOY AND LOVE 195 New Market Road 828-859-9218

Facebook.com/tumctryon www.tryonumc.org

In-person Worship on Sundays 11:00 a.m. Recorded services can be viewed on our website and Facebook.

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EQUESTRIAN SERVICES With wide-open green pastures surrounded by beautiful rolling mountains, Polk County provides a picturesque backdrop for horse enthusiasts to set their lives and hobbies against.

The equine industry is a major factor in the area’s economy and recreation. The temperate climate of the area well supports a flourishing equine community, which is conducive to year-round riding. ‘Tryon Horse Country’ is recognized nationally, as well as internationally.

Other small businesses benefit from the equine community as well, by providing goods and services.

Among these are truck and trailer sales, real estate, barn

buildings, pasture management, feed sales, training and instruction, insurance, veterinary care, equine hauling, tack, clothing, accommodations and equine retirement facilities.

The county’s trail systems (Foothills Equestrian Trail Association, Collinsville Equestrian Trail Association, North Pacolet and other systems), provide approximately 300 miles of trails and are nationally recognized.

Polk County and upper Spartanburg County offer a unique package in that most other horse communities do not provide both equestrian competition venues and a trail system.

EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES

Finally Farm 999 Carriage Row Tryon, NC 28782 828-894-2995 finallyfarmnc.com

Amy Barrington Training Stables 2420 River Rd. Tryon, NC 28782 864-316-4354

Brier Rose Farms 138 Brier Rose Ln. Columbus, NC 28722 828-863-4543 Cherokee Hill Farm 460 Cherokee Hill Ln. Tryon, NC 28782 828-859-9990 Clear View Farm 105 Smith Rd. 88

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Landrum, SC 29356 864-895-7845 clearviewfarmlandrum. com Boarding, training, lessons H/J Club Hipico El Recuerdo 120 Jesse Brooks Rd. Landrum, SC 29356 864-266-8607 Liliawhite.com H/J, dressage, showing, therapeutic, sales Cross Creek Farm 1906 Landrum Rd. Columbus, NC 28722 828-863-2119 crosscreekbbb.com

Foothills Equestrian Nature Center 3381 Hunting Country Rd. Tryon, NC 28782 828-859-9021 fence.org Found Feather Farm 5911 Big Level Rd. Mill Spring, NC 28756 828-625-8770 foundfeafoundfeatherfarm.com Fox Meadow Farm 650 Dalton Rd.

Mill Spring, NC 28756 828-817-0732 Full Circle Equine 776 Burgundy Ln. Columbus, NC 28782 864-415-3759 Hobby Horse Farm 466 Meadowbrook Rd. Rutherfordton, NC 28139 828-230-0393 Lessons, training, sales Mick Doyle, farrier 864-978-6282 bethperkinseventing.com Labyrinth Farms 633 Edgerton Rd. Mill Spring, NC 28756 828-625-8329

Labyrinthfarm.com Breeding, sales Andalusians and Lucitanos Long Shadows Farm 500 Blackwell Rd. Campobello, SC 29322 Kia Harvey 864-350-2178 Michael Atkins 864-809-3431 Michael@longshadowsfarms.com Longshadowsfarmsc.com Boarding Ly-Nard Hills Farm 350 Vick Russell Ln. Columbus, NC 27822 828-817-5176 lynardhillsfarm.com Training, lessons, sales, boarding, showing, breeding Marydell Farms 855 Phillips Rd. Columbus, NC 28722 828-863-2145

Motlow Creek Equestrian Center 10035 New Cut Rd. Campobello, SC 29322 864-510-3463 Motlowcreekequestrian. com Boarding, lessons, training, showing, sales H/J jackiestewart2085@gmail. com Renovatio Farms 1820 John Shehan Rd. Tryon, NC 28782 864-325-5684 Renovatiofarm.com H/J dressage eventing, boarding, training, sales, lessons River’s Edge Farms 655 Old Mill Rd. Campobello, SC 29322 864-921-1059 Riversedgefarms.com Dressage, boarding, training, lessons, clinics Rolling Hills Show Stables Hwy. 9 South Columbus, NC 28722

828-863-1311 Rollinghillsshowstables. com H/J sales Serenity Acres 501 Stirrup Downs Columbus, NC 28722 828-863-4748. Boarding Smokey Hollow Farm 810 Greenwood Rd. Landrum, SC 29356 828-337-8350 Smokeyhollowriding.com H/J training, lessons, boarding, sales Tryon International Equestrian Center 4066 Pea Ridge Rd. Mill Spring, NC 28756 828-863-1000 tryon.com Windbrook Farm 216 Pleasant Hill Rd. Landrum, SC 29356 864-468-4186 H/J training, lessons

EQUESTRIAN SERVICES

Dr. Joy Baker DVM Equine Chiropractor and Acupuncture. 828-8170315 apchirovet@gmail.com Dr. Debra Redmon Holistic Animal Therapy 828-817-5585 Bibi Freer, DVM Freer Equine Mobile Veterinary. 828-894-2627 info@huntcountryequine. com 1669 Hugh Champion Rd Tryon, NC Lydia Juenger, ESMT/ Training Fox Meadow Farm 650 Dalton Rd., Mill Spring, NC 28756.

828-894-5545 H/J boarding, training, massage, body work Thann Boyum, DVM 828-863-4242 www.foxealowfarmnc.com

Martha Kemmer Full Circle Farm 776 Burgundy Lane, Columbus, NC 864-415-3759 Mkkfcf@aol.com Equine rehab and Dressage training Sacred Connections Horsemanship PO Box 153, Tryon, NC 28782 828-505-9221 Clinics, workshops, retreats, consults

APPAREL (RIDING AND RELATED)

The Farm House 22341 Asheville Hwy, Landrum, SC 29356 864-457-3557 www.farmhousetack.com The Hay Rack 325 W Rutherford St, Landrum, SC 29356 864-457-2155 www.thehayrack.com

Re-Ride Consignment Valley Plaza, 2060 Lynn Rd Suite 8, Columbus, NC 28722 828-755-1948 www.re-ride.com Country Carriages 373 Phillips Rd Columbus, NC 28722 828-863-4373

BARNS/ BUILDING

Tryon Builders 98 Pacolet St, Tryon NC 28782 828-243-2510 www.tryonbuilders.net Carolina Storage Solutions 5979 S NC Hwy 9 Tryon, NC 28782 828-863-4974 delivered barnsandsheds. com

EQUINE INSURANCE Dusenbury Insurance Agency 951 S Trade St Suite 1 Tryon, NC 28782 828-859-9187 Penny Insurance 2536 Lynn Rd Suite A Tryon, NC 28782 828-859-6700 pennyinsuranceagency. com

FARM SUPPLIES, FEED, SHAVINGS The Farm House 22341 Asheville Hwy, Landrum, SC 29356 864-457-3557 www.farmhousetack.com Green Creek Farm Supply 2291 Chesnee Rd, Columbus, NC 28722 828-863-4343

54 McFarland Drive Hwy. 108 Tryon, NC 28782

(828) 859-9341

www.mcfarlandfuneralchapel.com

The Hay Rack 325 W Rutherford St, Landrum, SC 29356 864-457-2155 www.thehayrack.com Three Springs Tack Repair 2492 Collinsville Rd Columbus, NC 28722 828-817-0252 threespringstackrepair. com

FARRIERS/ BLACKSMITHS

Mick Doyle Rutherfordton, NC 864-978-6282 mickdoyle466@gmail.com Keith Painter Tryon, NC 828-817-5539 Corey Gasperson Columbus, NC 828-817 0211

Hank Heintzberger Campobello, SC 864-472-5217

SEE Horse Trailer Repairs, LLC 914-924-5135

HORSESITTING/ HORSE CARE

Carolina Trailers 307 East Frontage Rd Campobello, SC 29322 864-457-3283 www.carolinatrailers.com

Equisense Landrum, SC 828-817-1937

Helping Hands Services Joy Dietle Columbus, NC 828-283-4080 Horse Care Unlimited Lisa Miller 864-468-5458 Nancy Kachadoorian Farm Sitting Tryon, NC 828-894-6322

HORSE TRANSPORT Steven Loheac 828-863-2060

TRAILER SALES/ REPAIR

Ken Feagan Truck and Trailer 4125 Compton Bridge Rd, Campobello, SC 29322 828-230-9590 kenfeagintruckandtrailer.com Larry Stott’s Garage & Trailers 4550 Landrum Rd Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-3291

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EQUINE VETERINARY/ EMERGENCIES

Freer Mobile Equine Services 1669 Hugh Champion Rd Tryon, NC 28782 828-894-2627 huntcountryequine.com Tryon Equine Hospital 3689 Landrum Rd Columbus, NC 28722 www.tryonequine.com 828-894-6065 Polk Equine Emergency Rescue (PEER) PO Box 1237 Tryon NC 28782 Call 911 and “Ask for PEER” or 828-817-0422 www.peernc.org

EQUINE DENTISTRY

Carolina Equine Dentistry 125 Mockingbird Hill Rd Landrum, SC 29356 864-457-2770

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VETERINARY SERVICES Bonnie Brae Veterinary Hospital 115 Shuford Rd, Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-6064 www.bonniebraeveterinaryhospital.com Landrum Veterinary Hospital 1600 E Rutherford St, Landrum, SC 29356 864-457-3351 www.landrumvet.com God’s Creatures Animal Hospital 136 S Howard Avenue, Landrum, SC 29356 864-457-3565 www.godscreaturesanimalhospital. net

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Saluda Veterinary Hospital 1499 Ozone Dr, Saluda, NC 28773 828-749-2340 www.saludaveterinaryhospital.com Twin Oaks Veterinary Clinic 5365 N Highway 14, Landrum, SC 29356 864-895-8091 www.twinoaksvetclinic.vetstreet. com Animobile Mobile Veterinary Service 6275 S. Hwy 9 Tryon, NC 28782 828-863-0401 www.animobiledvm.com

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BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS CAROLINA FOOTHILLS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2753 Lynn Road, Suite A, Tryon, NC 28782 828-859-6236, carolinafoothillschamber.com

The chamber’s goal is to promote Save Local/Buy Local/ Hire Local, encouraging the economic stability and growth of our community, helping to make it a great place to live and do business. The mission of the chamber is to provide leadership in developing area businesses and economic opportunities that enhance the quality of life in our Polk County and Landrum communities. Chamber membership benefits are monthly Business After Hours events, promotion through the website, member directory, member discount program, the Business and Community Expo, Chamber Bucks gift certificates, monthly newsletters, business education, use of the chamber facilities, referrals, ribbon cutting ceremonies, and sponsorship opportunities.

FIRST PEAK VISITOR CENTER 20 East Mills Street, Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-2324 • 800-440-7848 firstpeaknc.com

Call, click or stop by the official visitor center for Polk County.

The First Peak Visitor Center has information spanning from Polk County to all of Western North Carolina to help people find their way. They will provide a warm welcome for newcomers, plus local information, detailed road maps and phone books. For those wanting to entertain visiting family and friends, stop by to find just the right things to do during their visit. And, of course, locals and visitors alike will discover nearby interests: small towns, waterfalls, wineries,

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shops, restaurants, outdoor adventures and scenic drives around Columbus, Saluda, Tryon and beyond. Their web site provides instant access to this information, plus an events calendar for the area.

LANDRUM AREA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION 100 North Shamrock Avenue, Landrum, SC 29356 864-457-3000, cityoflandrumsc.com/business-association

The Landrum Area Business Association is a membership organization of all types of businesses and nonprofits in Landrum, dedicated to promoting the economic vitality of the area. The organization sponsors multiple events throughout the year aimed at drawing visitors and residents to the historic downtown area, including a town Easter Egg Hunt, Christmas and Halloween Strolls and the annual Christmas Parade. The association meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 8:30 a.m. at Landrum City Hall, 100 N. Shamrock Ave.

OUR CAROLINA FOOTHILLS ourcarolinafoothills.com

With the tagline “Four Towns, Two States, One Great Experience,” Our Carolina Foothills is an initiative that promotes Landrum, Tryon, Columbus and Saluda as a unique tourist destination. By working directly with town management and business owners, the organization promotes the agricultural, viticultural, culinary and artistic heritage of the area.

First Peak Visitor Center

Kim Karaman BROKER / REALTOR

Licensed NC & SC

“Art of the Horse”

SALUDA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

P.O. Box 1085, Saluda, NC Saluda.com The Saluda Business Association meets the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the Saluda Library, 44 W. Main St. Call 828-749-2581 for more information.

951 S. Trade Street, Tryon, NC 28782

TRYON DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION

DowntownTryon.org 828-859-6655, 301 N. Trade St., Tryon, NC 28782 TDDA works to revitalize and preserve downtown Tryon through economic development, quality design and preserving the historic nature of downtown, and promotion of downtown. We do this through partnerships with the Polk County Community Foundation, businesses, local government and governing boards

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Landrum Farmers Market

FARMERS MARKETS FOOD, CRAFTS & MUSIC Polk Winter Market in Columbus Food and craft vendors providing delicious food and locally made products throughout the winter season. Every 1st and 3rd Saturday November - April, 9 am- noon.

Iron Key Brewing 135 Locust St Columbus, NC Polk Winter Market in Saluda Food and craft vendors providing delicious food and locally made products throughout the winter season. Every 2nd and 4th Saturday November - April, 9 am- noon.

Saluda Center 64 Greenville St Saluda, NC Saluda Tailgate Market A bustling market featuring some of the best tasting and healthiest produce, meat, eggs, baked goods and value-added food items in the area. Make sure to arrive early! Market Fridays 4:30 pm- 6:30 pm May- October. Located in the public parking lot off W. Main St just before the bridge in downtown Saluda.

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Columbus Farmers Market Area farmers and crafters offer a wide assortment of homegrown produce, meats, eggs, plant starts and artisanal crafts in this historic downtown Columbus location.

Saturday’s 8 am - noon May - October Located on Courthouse St. in Downtown Columbus, NC Landrum Farmers Market Delicious homegrown produce, meat, honey, eggs and more each Saturday morning. Coffee and biscuits are available, too, as you listen to local musicians.

May through October Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Trade Ave. 864-457-3000 November through April Every other Saturday in the Landrum Depot Rutherford County Farmers Market During the growing season a wide selection of produce items are sold by farmers from across the county. Baked goods and handcrafted items are also available for purchase.

Tuesdays and Saturdays, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

172 Depot St., Forest City 828-287-6080.

Columbus Farmers Market

Travelers Rest Farmers Market Music, fitness classes, kids entertainment, cooking demonstrations, and a lecture series on health, nutrition, homesteading and more.

May – September Thursday 5:00 p.m – 8:00 p.m.

Friday 12:00 p.m.– 5:00 p.m.

Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Trailblazer Park 235 Trailblazer Dr., Travelers Rest, SC 29690, 864-610-0965

RESTAURANTS CAMPOBELLO, S.C. The Dog House Cafe 605 N. Main St., 864-468-4458, Fast Food The Dutch Plate 206 S. Main St., 864-468-4584, Casual Dining

COLUMBUS, N.C.

Bojangles 84 W. Mills St. 828-351-3170, fast food The Brick Pizzeria 311 E. Mills St., 828-894-2299, Italian Calvert’s Kitchen 306 E. Mills St., 828-894-0268, Casual Dining

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Martha’s Amish Bakery

Cocula Mexican Grill 338 W. Mills St., 828-894-2099, Mexican El Campesino 205 E. Mills St., 828-894-0541, Mexican Fuji Express 404 W. Mills St., 828-802-1199, Japanese Green River Tavern 155 W. Mills St., 828-802-1099 Casual Dining Ice Cream Barn 82 NC 9#1 Mill Spring 828-894-0119, Ice Cream Shop Iron Key Brewing Company 135 Locust St., 828-802-1045, Casual Dining Joy Wok II 155 W. Mills St., 828-894-5566, Asian Martha’s Amish Bakery 6431 NC Hwy, 828-863-4643, Casual Dining McDonald’s 300 W. Mills St., 828-894-2827, Fast Food Mel & Lo’s 155 W. Mill St. 828-894-2891, Bar & Grill Mountain View BBQ 829 W. Mills St., 828-894-7060, BBQ Openroad Coffee 915 W Mills St., 828-894-2021, Coffeehouse The Rural Seed – Casual Dining 322 E. Mills St., 828-802-1097, www.theruralseed.com Wolverine Pizza 1550 Highway 108 W., 828-894-5252, Italian Waffle House 357 W. Mills St., 828-894-2311, Fast Food Wendy’s 255 W. Mills St., 828-894-5269, Fast Food Southern Manners 192 E Mills St., 828-894-0406, Casual Dining Subway 235 NC 108 W., 828-894-3333, Fast Food

LANDRUM, S.C. Bojangles 1742 SC 14 Hwy., 864-457-2207, Fast Food

Boot’s & Sonny’s 328 S. Howard Ave., 864-457-2378, Casual Dining Burger King, 1880 SC 14 Hwy., 864-457-5449, Fast Food China Café 1760 Hwy. 14, 864-457-3836, Asian Dimitris Greek & Italian Restaurant 5600 SC 14, 864-468-4310, Italian The Drake House 511 N. Howard Ave., 864-457-2533, Causal Dining El Chile Rojo 209 E. Rutherford St., 864-457-5977, Mexican The Hare & Hound 101 E. Rutherford St., 864-457-3232, Casual Dining Harvest House 22345 Asheville Hwy., 864-457-2823, Casual Dining Mocha’s Mug 212 E Rutherford St 864-457-1276, Coffeehouse Starbucks 1851 Hwy. 14E 864-457-5187, Coffeehouse Stone Soup Market & Café 1522 E. Rutherford St., 864-457-5255, Casual Dining Soulisa’s Dining & Music Hall 864-457-5318 208 E. Rutherford The Junction 5599 Hwy. 11,

TrYoN arts & craFTs sChool 2022 SPRING & SUMMER HIGHLIGHTS SPECIAL EVENTS & EXHIBITS 4/30 6/10-11 SUMMER TBA

ART OF THE FLAME - APPALACHIAN BBQ FIELD DAY CLAY STUDIO POTTERY SALE WESTSIDE MIXERS - MONTHLY MUSIC, FOOD & CRAFT FLIGHT OF SPIRIT, PHOTOGRAPHS OF ANNE NOGGLE

REGULAR 6-WEEK CLASSES BLACKSMITHING | ENAMELING | GLASS | JEWELRY | POTTERY WEAVING | WOODCARVING

REGULAR WORKSHOPS (1 OR 2 DAYS) BLACKSMITHING | BRONZING | ENAMELING | KNIFEMAKING | PHOTOGRAPHY (SOON!) | PRINTMAKING | STAINED GLASS | WOODTURNING

YOUTH PROGRAMS 6/17 SILK PAINTING | JULY ART CAMPS | 7/17 BLACKSMITHING

VISITING ARTIST WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS 3/2-11 3/26 5/21 5/21 6/14-17 6/17-19 7/19-22

TENOR UKULELE WOODTURNED PENS RAKU POTTERY METALS W/ HOT RIVETS BRAZE WELDING SILK PAINTING 3D TEXTILES

TACS FOLLOWS HEALTH GUIDELINES IN KEEPING WITH RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION.

k-adult art classes | Events | Gallery | Artisan Shop | Heritage collection 373 HARMON FIELD RD, TRYON, NC | 828.859.8323 | TRYONARTSANDCRAFTS.ORG

864-468-4675, Buffet

MILL SPRING, N.C Tryon International Equestrian Center 25 International Blvd Blue Ginger Sushi & Noodles 828-863-1121, Asian Campagna 828-863-1127, Italian Jennifer’s Creamery 828-863-1000, ice cream Legends Grille 828-863-1122, Fine Dining Mane St. Coffee 828-863-1000, Coffeehouse Rogers Diner 828-863-1113, Casual Dining Siesta Cantina 828-863-1000, Mexican

828-243-2510 974 S. Trade Street

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For the love of horses.

Now n i o J

Tryon Riding & Hunt Club

Azalea Bistro 40 E Main St 828-769-9022, Fine Dining Green River BBQ 131 Main St., 828-749-9892, BBQ Newman’s Restaurant 100 Orchard Ln., 828-749-5471, Reservation only, Fine Dining Purple Onion 16 Main St., 828-749-1179, Mediterranean Saluda Whistle Stop Pizza & Wings 1487 Ozone Dr. 828-388-2653, www.saludawhistlestop.com Somewhere In Time 60 E. Main St., 828-749-2401, Ice Cream Wildflour Bakery & Café 173 E Main St., 828-749-3356, Cafe Wakey Monkey 18 Church St., 828-769-9040, Coffeehouse

TRYON, N.C. All Good Things Bakery 289A S. Trade St. , 828-440-1018,www.allgoodthingsbakery.com

Preserving traditions Giving generously Socially fun 828-351-9709

www.tryonridingandhuntclub.org 112 N. Trade Street, Tryon, NC 28782

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Wakey Monkey

Buck’s Pizza 30 N. Trade St., 828-859-0400, Pizza Cafe La Gaule 10 N. Trade St. 828-440-1480, Casual Dining Caro-Mi Dining 3231 US 176 Hwy, 828-859-5200, Casual Dining El Sureno’s 1052 S. Trade, 828-859-3075, Mexican Huckleberry’s 62 N. Trade St., 828-436-0025, Casual Dining Katie D’s NY Deli 255 N. Trade St., 828-440-1441, Casual Dining Lavender Bistro 82 N. Trade St., 828-440-1140, Bistro Mr. Juan’s Mexican Restaurant 526 S. Trade St., 828-859-6858, Mexican Nana’s Kitchen 354 S. Trade St., 828-859-0305, Casual Dining Pine Crest Inn 85 Pinecrest Ln., 800-633-3001, Fine Dining Side Street Pizza 135 S. Trade St., 828-859-5325, Italian Trade Street Creamery & Sandwich 10 N. Trade St, 828-440-1522, Casual Dining

WINERIES BURNTSHIRT VINEYARDS

Their expert tasting room associates will guide you through a tasting and tour that will educate and entertain you with a spectacular view of their Sugarloaf Vineyard. After your tasting, enjoy your favorite wine on the veranda overlooking the vineyards enjoying the beautiful Western North Carolina air. Two locations 438 Main St, Chimney Rock, NC 28720, 828-436-2490 2695 Sugarloaf Rd, Hendersonville 828-685-2402 Burntshirtvineyards.com

MOUNTAIN BROOK VINEYARDS

At Mountain Brook Vineyards crafting fine wine is a labor of love. We take great care in nurturing our 7.5-acre vineyard. All of our wines are made of 100 percent North Carolina grapes, harvested by hand and aged in oak barrels and stainless steel tanks. We keep our vintages small to focus on producing the highest quality wines.

731 Phillips Dairy Road, Tryon 828-722-1037 MountainBrookvineyards.com

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OVERMOUNTAIN VINEYARDS AND WINERY

Nestled in the Tryon Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains on over 10 acres of land, and a Certified Protected Segment of the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, Overmountain Vineyards beckons you to come and enjoy an experience that is like no other.

2012 Sandy Plains Road Tryon, 828-863-0523 Facebook.com/overmountainvineyards overmountainvineyards.com

PARKER-BINNS VINEYARD

Come visit Parker-Binns Vineyard for a chance to savor some fine wines. Bob Binns and Karen Parker-Binns brought their passion for fine wines into the beautiful Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and established this wonderful vineyard on 35 acres of lush, sprawling countryside.

2275 Whiteside Rd., Mill Spring 828-894-0154 ParkerBinnsVineyard.com info@parkerbinnsvineyard.com

RUSSIAN CHAPEL HILLS WINERY

Sip wine on the patio with vineyard and distant mountain vistas. Great for weddings, receptions, private parties, business events or just a relaxing picnic lunch, this winery provides all the special treatment you need. It is nestled in the rolling hills of Green Creek near horse country.

2662 Green Creek Drive, Columbus 828-863-0540 Russianchapelhills.com

SAINT PAUL MOUNTAIN FARMS

A working vineyard and orchard located in the Blue Ridge mountains of North Carolina. They proudly grow the fruit for their award-winning wines, ciders and spirits. Take a short trip up the mountain to learn about their farm and enjoy tasting a variety of their offerings at any of their three tasting rooms.

588 Chestnut Gap Road, Hendersonville 828-685-4002 Saintpaulfarms.com

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HOUSES OF WORSHIP

Photo by Claire Sachse

AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL Zion Grove A.M.E. Zion 5620 Pea Ridge Rd., Mill Spring, NC 28756, 828-863-2283

BAPTIST

Baptist Beulah Baptist 140 Beulah Church Ln., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-894-8688 Bible Baptist 330 W. Finger St., Landrum, SC 29356, 864-457-5214, bbclandrum.com Big Level Baptist 4940 Big Level Rd., Mill Spring, NC 28756, 828-625-4441 Blue Ridge Baptist 330 Oak Grove Rd., Landrum, SC 29356, 864-457-2590

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Cane Creek Baptist 365 NC 9, Lake Lure, NC 28720, 828-625-1503

Faith Temple Baptist 662 Mountain Range Rd., Mill Spring, NC 28756, 828-894-9437

Columbus Baptist 45 Houston Rd., Columbus, NC 28722, 828-894-8588, columbusbc.org

First Baptist of Campobello 255 S. Main St., Campobello, SC 29322, 864-468-4350, fbccampobello.org

Coopers Gap Baptist 730 Coopers Gap Rd., Mill Spring, NC 28756 828-625-4628, coopersgapbaptist.com Crossroads Baptist 333 Fox Mountain Rd., Columbus, NC 28722, 828-894-2355, rossroadsbaptistnc.org Ebenezer Spanish 7253 Hwy 9 N., Mill Spring, NC 28756, 828-894-3890 Emmanuel Baptist 500 Fox Mountain Rd., Columbus, NC 28722, 828-894-6447

First Baptist of Tryon 125 Pacolet St. Tryon, NC 28782 828-859-5375, tryonfirstbaptist.org

Fork Creek Baptist 1296 Blanton St. Columbus, NC 28722 Garrison Chapel Baptist 416 Markham Rd., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-859-5418 Green Creek First Baptist 534 Coxe Rd., Columbus, NC 28722, 828-863-2600, greencreekfirstbaptist.com Green Creek Missionary Baptist 2382 Coxe Rd. Tryon, NC 28782, 828-863-2549

Hickory Grove Baptist 368 Hickory Grove Church Rd., Columbus, NC 28722 828-863-2529

Pea Ridge Baptist 8732 NC Hwy. 108 E., Mill Spring, NC 28756 828-894-2428

Ingleside Baptist 19000 Asheville Hwy., Landrum, SC 29356, 864-457-2588

Peniel Baptist 5360 Peniel Rd., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-894-8494

Lake Lure Baptist 6837 US 64/74 Alt, Lake Lure, NC 28746, 828-625-1448, lakelurebaptistchurch.com

Polk Baptist Association 208 Blanton St., Columbus, NC 28722, 828-894-3787, polkbaptistassociation.com

Lynn First Baptist 339 Thermal View Dr., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-859-5742

Wheat Creek Baptist 3738 Pea Ridge Rd., Mill Spring, NC 28756 828-863-2866

Midway Baptist 2101 NC 108 Hwy. E., Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-5633, mwbaptist.org

BAPTIST/ INDEPENDENT

Mill Spring First Baptist 4320 Hwy 108 E., Mill Spring, NC 28756 828-894-3325 Morgan Chapel Baptist 2850 Hunting Country Rd., Tryon, NC 28782 828-859-6744 Mountain Hill Community 34 The Cliffs Pkwy. #3015, Landrum, SC 29356 864-977-8006 Mountain Valley Baptist 5001 Green River Cove Rd., Saluda, NC 28773 828-749-3258 New Freedom Baptist 2800 Chesnee Rd., Columbus, NC 28722 828-863-4436 Pacolet Baptist 3424 Skyuka Rd., Tryon, NC 28782, 864-859-7618

Calvary Baptist 302 S. Church Ave., Landrum, SC 29356, 864-292-0366

No need to travel for retinal care!

Retinal services are available in Columbus!

Raj N. Patel, MD is a fellowship trained retina specialist. He has specialized training in treating and managing eye conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears and detachments.

Carolina Ophthalmology has been serving WNC for over 40 years!

192 Hospital Drive, Columbus, NC 28722 800-624-6575•www.carolinaeyemd.com

Grace Baptist 1795 Landrum Mill Rd., Campobello, SC 29322 864-457-3348, gracelandrum.org Landrum Independent Baptist 200 E. Blue Ridge St., Landrum, SC 29356, 864-457-2847, libclandrum.org

BAPTIST/ NATIONAL

Landrum Springs Baptist 313 N. Randolph St., Landrum, SC 29356, 864-457-2795

BAPTIST/ SOUTHERN Fairview Baptist 705 Hwy. 14 W., Landrum, SC 29356, 864-457-3366

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Faith Baptist 265 NC Hwy. 9 N., Mill Spring, NC 28756, 828-894-8063 First Baptist of Gowensville 5650 N. Hwy. 14, Gowensville, SC 29356, 864-468-4408 fbcgowensville.com First Baptist of Landrum 300 E. Rutherford St., Landrum, SC 28782 864-457-4118, fbclandrum.com

MENNONITE Foothills Community 2720 Landrum Rd., Columbus, NC 28722, 828-863-4638, hisfcc.com

NON-DENOMI NATIONAL

Tryon, NC 28782, 828-859-6974 New Testament Christian Fellowship 1521 E. Rutherford St., Landrum, SC 29356 828-817-1444, ntcfalive.net The Christ Spirit Church The Alliance of Divine Love 2200 Coxe Rd., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-755-4786

PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS MOUNTAIN VALLEY

Pentecostal Holiness 584 N. Trade St., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-859-5197

Full Proof Ministries 199 Jackson St.,

New Holland Temple Holiness 22 N. Randolph St., Landrum, SC 29356, 864-457-4407 Church of the Living God 122 Peak St., Tryon, NC 28782 828-859-2218

Grace Foothills 27 S. Trade St., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-338-8887 gracefoothills.org

Tryon Pentecostal 584 N. Trade St., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-859-5197, stlworshipcenter.org

Landrum Presbyterian 404 E. Rutherford St., Landrum, SC 29356, 864-457-2761, landrumpres.org

PRESBYTERIAN /ARP Sandy Plains Associate Reform Church 350 Sandy Plains Rd., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-863-2117, sandyplainsarp.net gmhamer1645@gmail.com

Philadelphia Presbyterian 120 SC 14, Landrum, SC 29356, 864-457-2150

Your Heart

Because of your giving, St. Luke’s is now #1 in the region for “outstanding patient experience.”

Your generosity helps ensure our community has access to high-quality healthcare for years to come.

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Investing in Health Care 89 W. Mills Street Suite B Columbus, NC 28722 (828) 894-2693 FoundationSLH.org

Columbus Presbyterian 21 Peniel Rd., Columbus, NC 28722, 828-894-3368, columbuspresbyterian. homestead.com

Restoration Pentecostal Holiness 395 W. Rutherford St., Landrum, SC 29356 864-457-4325

PRESBYTERIAN / PCA

The best giving comes from

PRESBYTERIAN/ PCUSA

Saluda Presbyterian 54 Carolina Ave., Saluda, NC 28773, Saludapresbyterianchurch.org Tryon Presbyterian tryonfirstbaptist.org 430 Harmon Field Rd., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-859-6683, tryonpresbyterian.org

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST Tryon Seventh-day Adventist 2820 Lynn Rd., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-859-6407 tryonsdachurch.org

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Thermal Belt Fellowship 334 S. Trade St., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-513-0570, uufcf.org,

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

The Congregational Church of Tryon 210 Melrose Ave., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-859-9414, ucctryon.org

UNITED METHODIST

Bethlehem United Methodist 253 School Rd., Mill Spring, NC 28756, 828-551-9686 Campobello United Methodist 401 Depot St., Campobello, SC 29322, 864-483-2086 Columbus United Methodist 76 N. Peak St., Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-2168 Grays Chapel United Methodist 500 Grays Chapel Church Rd., Rutherfordton, NC 28139 828-984-6328 Jacksons Grove United Methodist of Landrum 2842 N. Pacolet Rd., Landrum, SC 29356, 864-510-3199 Kistler’s Chapel United Methodist 1060 Poors Ford Rd., Rutherfordton, NC 28139 828-248-3041 Landrum United Methodist 227 N. Howard Ave., Landrum, SC 29356, 864-457-3984, Landrumumc.net Lebanon United Methodist

2330 Big Level Rd., Mill Spring, NC 28756, 828-625-2656 New Hope United Methodist 4251 Chesnee Rd., Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 828-863-2939 Saluda United Methodist 132 Greenville St., Saluda, NC 28773, 828-749-9764 Tryon United Methodist 195 New Market Rd., Tryon, NC 28782 828-859-9218, tryonumc.org

WESLEYAN Landrum Wesleyan 120 Jones St., Landrum, SC 29356 864-877-3110

FIRST BAPTIST First Baptist of Saluda 213 Henderson St., Saluda, NC 28773, 828-749-3230 www.localprayers.com

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First Baptist of Sandy Springs 382 Sandy Springs Rd., Rutherfordton, NC 29139 828-863-4040 Fork Creek Baptist 4011 Fork Creek Rd., Saluda, NC 28773, 828-749-3820

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Green River Baptist 2880 Ken Miller Rd. Rutherfordton, NC 28193 828-863-4300 Oak Grove Baptist 826 Oak Grove Rd., Landrum, SC 28782 864-457-3972 Pacolet Hills Baptist 3240 Red Fox Rd., Columbus, NC 28722, 828-894-5429, pacolethillsbaptist.org

98 Adawehi Lane, Columbus, NC (off Fox Mountain Road)

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CHURCH OF CHRIST Tryon Church of Christ 1355 N. Trade St., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-859-2722 tryonchurchofchrist.com

CHURCH OF GOD Star Bethel 704 N. Randolph Ave., Landrum, SC 29356, 864-457-3347 Tryon Church of God 3856 Lynn Rd., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-859-6319

Good Shepherd Episcopal Church Rock Springs Baptist 191 Dug Hill Rd., Landrum, SC 29356, 864-457-3784 www.faithstreet.com

West Point Baptist 1160 Union Rd., Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 828-287-0165, westpointbaptist.org

Rock Springs Baptist 111 Polk County Line Rd., Rutherfordton, NC 28139 828-625-4222

BIBLEWAY

Silver Creek Baptist 4391 Silver Creek Rd., Mill Spring, NC 28756 828-894-9824, Southside Baptist 445 Sunset Rd., Landrum, SC 29356, 828-817-4633 Warrior Mountain Baptist 3520 Howard Gap Rd., Saluda, NC 28773, 828-749-9635

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Maybry’s Temple Bibleway 10794 Hwy. 11, Campobello, SC 29322, 864-468-4441,

CATHOLIC

St. John The Baptist Catholic 180 Laurel Ave., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-859-9574, stjohntryon.com Christian Methodist Episcopal New Zion CME 170 Carson Cove Rd., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-863-2110 St. Luke’s CME 462 Markham Rd., Tryon, NC 28782 828-859-5376

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS LDS Forest City Ward 250 Mt Pleasant Church Rd., Forest City, NC 28043 828-245-8561, LDS.org

CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN Melvin Hill Church of the Brethren 525 Melvin Hill Rd., Columbus, NC 28722 828-863-2292

Mill Creek Church of the Brethren 1401 Coxe Rd., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-863-2657

EPISCOPAL

Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration 72 Charles St., Saluda, NC 28773, 828-749-9740 transfigurationsaluda.org

Historic Good Shepherd Episcopal 814 Markham Rd., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-859-9961, goodshepherdchurchtryon.com Holy Cross Episcopal 150 Melrose Ave., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-859-9741 holycrosstryon.org

INTERDONOMI NATIONAL

The Well 395 W. Rutherford St., Landrum, SC 29356 thewell-landrum.com 864-497-8511 Pure Grace 45 S. Trade Ave., Landrum, SC 29356, 864-395-6099

JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 2971 Skyuka Rd., Columbus, NC 28722, 828-859-5434

LUTHERAN/ MISSOURI SYNOD Trinity Lutheran 3353 Hwy. 176 N., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-859-0379 trinitylutherantryon.com

Springs of Grace Lutheran Church 320 Holden Dr. Inman, SC 29349 864-599-8802 Rejoice Lutheran Church 4 Walnut St., Inman, SC 29349 864-457-5150

Tryon Seventh-Day Adventist 2820 Lynn Rd., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-859-6407 tryonsdachurch.org

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of the Carolina Foothills 334 S. Trade St., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-513-0570, uufcf.org

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST The Congregational Church of Tryon 210 Melrose Ave., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-859-9414, ucctryon.org

UNITED METHODIST

Bethlehem United Methodist 253 School Rd., Mill Spring, NC 28756, 828-551-9686 Campobello United Methodist 401 Depot St., Campobello, SC 29322, 864-483-2086 Columbus United Methodist 76 N. Peak St., Columbus, NC 28722 828-894-2168

Grays Chapel United Methodist 500 Grays Chapel Church Rd., Rutherfordton, NC 28139 828-984-6328 Jacksons Grove United Methodist of Landrum 2842 N. Pacolet Rd., Landrum, SC 29356, 864-510-3199 Kistler’s Chapel United Methodist 3060 Poors Ford Rd., Rutherfordton, NC 28139 828-248-3041 Landrum United Methodist 227 N. Howard Ave., Landrum, SC 29356, 864-457-3984, Landrumumc.net Lebanon United Methodist 2330 Big Level Rd., Mill Spring, NC 28756, 828-625-2656 New Hope United Methodist 4251 Chesnee Rd., Rutherfordton, NC 28139, 828-863-2939 Saluda United Methodist 132 Greenville St., Saluda, NC 28773, 828-749-9764 Tryon United Methodist 195 New Market Rd., Tryon, NC 28782 828-859-9218, tryonumc.org

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CIVIC CLUBS ORGANIZATIONS 2NC MOUNTED INFANTRY:

Re-enactors devoted to promoting an authentic portrayal of soldiers and civilians during the American Civil War. d.smith7363@gmail.com, 2ncmi@windstream.net, 2ncmi.org, 200 Woodland Dr., Columbus, NC 28722.

AARP/POLK COUNTY CHAPTER 2182: Sponsors Tax-Aide (free tax preparation) and 55/Alive Safe Driving Course. Call Polk County Library for tax aide information, 828-894-8721.

ADAWEHI WELLNESS VILLAGE:

Adawehi is a thriving intentional community built around health and wellness. Adawehi includes several residences, a conference center, organic grocery store, greenhouses, holistic health practitioners, wellness classes, walking trails, and more.

93 Adawehi Lane, Columbus, NC, 28722. Terri Morrin 828-894-5260 terri@adawehi.com

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AFS INTERCULTURAL PROGRAM USA / POLK COUNTY CHAPTER:

Sponsors a high school foreign exchange program. afs.org, PO Box 100, Tryon, NC 28782.

AMATEUR RADIO EMERGENCY SERVICE (ARES):

Voluntary organization of licensed radio amateurs who have registered their capabilities and equipment to provide communications as a public service to the community in the event of a disaster. Richard Day, 828-606-6922, polkcounty.org select the ham radio link,

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN TRYON AREA BRANCH: AAUW

promotes equity for all women and girls, lifelong education and positive Societal change. President- Ludith Wirving 828-817-3436

AMERICAN LEGION POLK COUNTY MEMORIAL POST #250:

Monthly meetings are held on the second Tuesday at 10:00 am at the Post located at 43 Deport St. in Tryon. Membership is open to relatives of Veterans and supports the activities of the American Legion. Contract Cindy Worrel, President, ncalpost250@gmail. com, 43 Depot St., Tryon, NC 28782, 828-440-1113 polkcounty.org/ veterans pages/american legion post 250Auxiliary, Facebook/NCPost250.

AMERICAN RED CROSS POLK COUNTY CHAPTER:

Provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. Allison Trask, 828-894-2700 or 828-258-3888, PO Box 807, 231 Ward St., Columbus, NC, 28722.

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS:

The BBBS mission is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth and help

the children served reach their full potential. 828-859-9230, polk@bbbswnc.org, bbbswnc.com

CHILDREN’S THEATER FESTIVAL:

Also known as Super Saturday, the theater festival is a day-long festival in March presenting high-quality performances in puppetry, drama, magic, music, mime, dance and storytelling. P.O Box 422 Tryon, NC 28782 828-283-0379 tryonsupersaturday.com,

COMMUNITY CHORUS:

Singers from the surrounding area provides two concerts each year. PO Box 54, Tryon, NC 28782. carolinacommunitychorus.org,

CONSERVING CAROLINA:

A 501(c)(3) land trust founded in 1989 to protect and conserve the area’s natural resources. Working with landowners, PAC ensures long-term protection of their property through voluntary conservation easements. pam@conservingcarolina.org conservingcarolina.org

847 Case St. Hendersonville, NC 28792. 828-697-5777 pam@conservingcarolina.org

thusiasts and positively impact the region’s economy. Tammy Martell, 828-248-4463 etcofwnc.com.

DAFFY-JILLS GARDEN CLUB:

EXTENSION COMMUNITY ASSOCIATES:

Maintains gardens at the Polk County Travel and Tourism Office, the Columbus Doughboy statue, the Tryon Post Office and the hummingbird garden at the Foothills Equestrian Nature Center.

They also provide plants at St. Luke’s Hospital reception desk, decorate the Polk County Library at Christmas, and sponsor “Angel Trees” at FENCE and Thermal Belt Outreach Ministry. Nancy Easley 828-692-0093

DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION - JOSEPH MCDOWELL CHAPTER:

DAR holds a luncheon meeting on the second Friday, September to June. The chapter’s motto is “God, home and country.” Jean Ann Rushton, 828-693-7989, 828-551-8625, jamr22@morrisbb.net, ncdar.org/ JosephMcDowellchapter.

DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF POLK COUNTY:

Headquartered at 64 Ward St., Columbus. The executive committee meets the first Thursday at 7:30 p.m., The Women’s Club the last Monday at 6:30pm. All residents of Polk County, regardless of age or political affiliation, are welcome at meetings. polkdemocrats.com, PO Box 602, Columbus, NC 28722.

828-817-2999 polkncdemocrats. org

EQUESTRIAN TRAIL COALITION OF WESTERN NC:

ETWC’s mission is to develop, preserve, and protect equestrian trails, promote trail stewardship, preserve nature’s beauty through land conservation, encourage camaraderie among equestrian en-

Special Gifts for Any Occasion

Empower individuals and families to improve their quality of living through continuing education, leadership development and community service, as part of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service. 828-894-8218.

FOOTHILLS ASSOCIATION OF MASTER GARDENERS:

Partners with the community and the county extension service for educational and training activities to promote gardening. Alumni members have completed the NC State Extension Service Master Garden Program, PO Box 187, 60 Gibson St., Columbus, NC 28722.

FOOTHILLS CHESS CLUB: Provides an opportunity for chess players of all ages and abilities to learn more about the game and play games in a relaxed setting with other chess players in the area. Doug Morris, 828-8943336, dmorris3336@charter.net, 340 Overlook Dr., Columbus, NC 28722.

FOOTHILLS HUMANE SOCIETY:

A nonprofit, adoption-guarantee animal welfare organization serving Polk and surrounding counties.

828-863-4444, 989 Little Mountain Rd., Columbus, NC. foothillshumanesociety.org,

Books, Unique Gifts Cards For All Occasions, Children’s Books, Boxed Cards

FOOTHILLS MUSIC CLUB:

The purposes of the Foothills Music Club are to encourage musicians in their art by providing opportunities to perform and improve their musicianship and to provide scholarships to young area musicians to support their musical endeavors. foothillsmusicclub.org. Jeanette tryondailybulletin.com

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Comer, 828 894-5988, comerj@windstream.net. P.O Box 463 Lynn, NC 28750

FOOTHILLS PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP:

Welcomes individuals with Parkinson’s, caregivers, or those who have a loved one with Parkinson’s, serving all of Polk County and northern Spartanburg and Greenville counties.

864-404-8001

FOOTHILLS QUILT TRAIL:

In the Landrum area, the trail of 38 colorful quilt blocks brings together local history, city art and heritage crafts adding charming touches to the exterior of buildings. 864-895-0908, foothillsquilttrail.com.

FOOTHILLS RIDING CLUB:

A nonprofit organization promoting understanding and enjoyment of equestrian activities in the foothills. We offer monthly educational clinics, seven highly attended horse shows per year, seminars, equestrian scholarships, and donations to nonprofits in our community. Membership open to all. Bill Ambrosic, 330-962-6467, foothillsridingclub@gmail.com, PO Box 637, Landrum, SC 29356, foothillsridingclub.org

FREE COMMUNITY MEALS:

Held in the Landrum area beginning at 4 p.m. Second Saturday at First Baptist Church, Gowensville; Third Saturday at First Baptist Church, Landrum; Fourth Saturday at Landrum United Methodist Church. Ellen Henderson, ellenehh@gmail.com.

FRIENDS OF THE POLK COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Promote, support and inform the public of the resources, services, facilities and needs of the library. Mary Jean Fischer, 828-859-6315, jf2@windstream.net, polklibrary.org, 1289 West Mill st.

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GREATER GOWENSVILLE ASSOCIATION:

Open to those interested in the past, present and future of the greater Gowensville community. The association sponsors a fall festival the second Saturday in November. Lynne Pfaff, 864-680-0681.

GREEN BLADES GARDEN CLUB:

Formed in 1952 with the mission of learning through guest speakers and area excursions. Members have provided willing hands Parade and the Veterans Hour at the Columbus Fabulous 4th celebration. 828-7022358 greenbladestryon.com

GREEN CREEK RURITAN CLUB:

Ruritan is a civic service organization with the purpose of creating a better understanding between people and, through volunteer community service, making America’s communities a better place to live and work through fellowship, goodwill, and community service. Meets every third Tuesday at 7:00 at Green Creek Community Center cafeteria, Paul Stacy, 828-863-4304

GREEN RIVER WATERSHED ALLIANCE:

Works to address the health of our waterways with initiatives that promote clean water, responsible stewardship/ management and sustainability of our most valuable natural resource. Sky Conard, 704-299-1424

GUARDIAN AD LITEM:

Provides trained volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children in court.

Volunteers investigate and work with an attorney to recommend a plan in the best interest of the child. Melissa Henson, 828-694-4215, 1347 Spartanburg Hwy., Hendersonville, NC 28792.

HELPING EQUINES REGAIN DIGNITY (HERD):

A non-profit equine rescue organization in the Foothills saving horses from dire conditions and in many cases slaughter. Horses are vetted, fed, trained and given a second chance through adoption to loving new owners. Many volunteer and adoption opportunities. Stuart Evans, 828-859-9806, P.O. Box 43, Tryon, NC 28782, herdrescue.org, sbevans7@windstream.net

HOUSE OF FLAGS MUSEUM:

Provides a unique venue dedicated to promoting patriotism, flag etiquette and historical understanding of our nation as told by our 300 flags, accomplished through a blend of unique historical exhibits, guided tours, educational programs and student activities.

Robert Williamson, 828-894-5640, 33 Gibson St., Columbus, NC, flagmuseum@gmail.com, houseofflags.org.

KIWANIS CLUB OF TRYON:

Dedicated to changing the world, one child and one community at a time. Fundraisers support Terrific Kids, Aktion Club, Super Saturday, Imagination Library, college scholarships, Kiwanis International Project to eliminate maternal/neonatal tetanus. 210 Melrose Ave. Tryon, NC 28782.

864-47-6530 tryonkiwanisclub.org

LANDRUM AREA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION:

LABA sponsors activities to draw residents and visitors to the Landrum area, including Senior Wednesdays, Easter Eggstravaganza, Scarecrow Contest, Halloween Stroll and the Christmas Stroll. Membership is open to businesses, nonprofits and community organizations.landrumareabusinessassociation@gmail.com.

LANDRUM GARDEN CLUB:

Strives to stimulate interest in gardening and, through cooperation with other organizations, to aid in the protection and conservation of natural resources, to undertake programs of beautification in the community and to encourage the improvement of roadsides and parks. Mary Jane Giles, hrjgiles@aol.com.

LANDRUM QUILTERS:

The Landrum Quilters meet at the Gowensville Community Center (14186 Hwy. 11) on the second Thursday at 9:30 a.m. A bee takes place on the fourth Monday at 9:30 a.m. Visitors are welcome. The club’s purpose is to promote an interest in the heritage art of quilting. The club will sponsor National Quilting Day on March 17 at Landrum Library and will hold an Airing of the Quilts in downtown Landrum during the summer. Sybil Radius, landrumquilters.com.

LANIER LIBRARY ASSOCIATION:

One of only 16 membership libraries in the country. Established in 1890, it is the oldest civic organization in Tryon and new members are always welcome. Programs are held throughout the year and most are open to the public free of charge.

828-859-9535, 72 Chestnut St., Tryon, NC 28782. thelanierlibrary@ gmail.com

LENNIE’S FUND INC.:

A fund specifically for major cases involving sick or injured animals, oftentimes when a specialist may have to be involved.

828-859-5835, erizzo4@hotmail.com, 245 Ioka Hills Rd., Columbus, NC 28722.

LIONS CLUB OF LANDRUM:

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Prospect and surrounding areas in S.C. Provides financial help to local school districts for drug and alcohol prevention programs. PDG Bob Walker Landrum Lions Club PO Box 367 Landrum, SC 29356.

864-457-3328, 864-590-0409 bwalker@landrumins.com

September, November, January, March, May and July. Promotes social, economic and professional status of members, provides opportunities for continued learning and works toward solution of common problems. Retired school personnel from any state may join. 800-6627924, ncrsp.org.

MASONIC LODGE #278 A.F.M. (LANDRUM):

OPERATION HOPE:

A fraternal organization that holds meetings on the second Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and falls under the jurisdiction of The Grand Lodge of Ancient Free Masons of South Carolina. Officers are elected in November. Michael Collins, 864-457-3115, 8264-230-9806 mc3115@aol.com 200 N. Shamrock Ave., Landrum, SC 29356.

NC RETIRED SCHOOL PERSONNEL - POLK COUNTY CHAPTER Meets the second Monday in

A cooperative ministry of churches in the Greater Landrum area providing emergency assistance in the areas of utility, medication, clothing and non-perishable foods.

Thrift store- Wednesday - Saturday 11-4:30 pm Crisis Ministry Wednesday - Saturday 11:00am-5:00pm 864-457-2812, 286 E. Rutherford St. Landrum, SC 29356

PATRIOTS SALUTE TO VETERANS ASSOCIATION:

Brings attention to Veterans Day so that the public can join together to render honor and gratitude to all

Polk County Beekeepers

who have honorably served in the US Armed Forces. Michael Collins, 864-230-9806, polkcounty.org/ Veteranspages/VFW post 9116, P.O. Box 654, Columbus, NC 28722.

Established in the late 1950s to support community involvement and growth. 207 Big Level Rd., Mill Spring, NC 28756. Daryl Hardin, 828-8948376, wdarylhardin@gmail.com

PAWS, PRAYERS AND PROMISES:

PEARSON’S FALLS:

3Ps mission is to help animals and their people in Polk County, N.C. and upper Spartanburg County, S.C. We are not a shelter or rescue, we have no cages, kennels or chains. We do have folks who generously volunteer their time, homes and hearts to help. pawsprayersandpromises.org, 685 Carriage Row, Tryon, NC 28782.

828-243-1852 pawsprayersandpromises@gmail.com

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A wildlife and bird sanctuary comprised of 268 acres of native forest, granite, spring-fed streams and a moderate 1/4 mile trail to a 90 ft. waterfall, with over 200 species of rare wildflowers and plants, mosses, lichens, shrubs and trees. Owned and maintained by The Tryon Garden Club. 2748 Pearson Falls Road, Saluda. Pearsonsfalls.org

PISGAH CHAPTER OF TROUT UNLIMITED: Chartered in 1969, serves Polk, Henderson and Transylvania counties with the mission to “conserve, protect and restore cold-water fisheries and their watersheds.” Supports Trout-in-

the-Classroom programs, and contributes to Rivercourse Conservation and Fly-Fishing Youth Camp. pisgahtu.org

POLK BAPTIST ASSOCIATION:

The PBA consists of 24 churches and a Spanish mission. Our mission statement is “Helping Churches Grow Together and Accomplish Their Mission.” Office hours are 8 a.m.-12 p.m, 828-894-3787.

POLK COUNTY BEEKEEPERS: Support

local beekeepers in Polk County with education and information. Monthly meetings February-September, third Thursday of the month, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the meeting on hold due to Covid David Smith, d.smith.7363@gmail. com, 828-275-2873.

POLK COUNTY 4-H YOUTH ORGANIZATION

In 4-H you can go to camp, start a

business, ride in a bike rodeo, take part in an international exchange, raise an animal, create a blog, participate in community service, develop your resume, learn about healthy eating and build lifelong friendships. For youth ages 5-19.

Helen Clark, 828-894-8218, helen_clark@ncsu.edu

POLK COUNTY CAMPUS ICC FOUNDATION:

A non-profit organization incorporated in 1982 to raise, invest and endow funds for the Polk campus of Isothermal Community College. It is independent from the ICC Foundation in Spindale.

828-894-3092, polkcountyiccfoundation@gmail. com, 1255 W. Mills St., Columbus, NC 28722.

POLK COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION:

Dedicated to advancing philanthropy and improving the quality of life for Polk’s citizens, PCCF makes grants to

area nonprofits, gives scholarships, holds endowment funds for nonprofits, and establishes funds to accomplish the charitable dreams of individual donors. 828-859-5314, polkccf.org,foundation@polkccf.org, 255 S. Trade St., Tryon, NC.

POLK COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION:

Preserves Polk County’s heritage, offers first-hand experiences with events, documents, people and artifacts, sponsors free programs with guest speakers the first Tuesday, September - May at 2:30 p.m. at the museum, 60 Walker St., Columbus.

Museum is open Tuesday andThursday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monthly meeting 1st Tuesday at 2:30pm Patrick McCool 828-894-3351, PO Box 503, Columbus, NC

POLK COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY: The mission is to help elect politicians committed to the principles upon which this republic

was founded by educating voters about current issues, the U.S. Constitution, the timeless conservative principles of limited government, strong family values and personal responsibility.

Meetings are held the second Thursday at 6 p.m., 828-894-2777, 33 Peak St., Columbus, NC 28722. pcncgop.org

POLK COUNTY VETERANS ASSOCIATON:

A county wide nonprofit organization open to all veterans and supporters, and volunteers that conduct local events such as the Veterans Day . Contract Michael Collins, 864-230-9806, polkcounty. org/Veteranspages/VFW post 9116, P.O Box 654, Columbus, NC

POLK COUNTY VETERANS MEMORIAL HONOR GUARD:

The Honor Guard is made up of veterans from the American Legion Post

250, VFW Post 9226 and VFW Post 10349. The Guard conducts military rites ceremonies at funeral, flag pole dedications, presentations of colors at events, and color bearers at parades. Contact Michael Collins, (864) 230-9806, ncalpost250@gmail.com, 43 Depot Street, Tryon, NC 28782, (828) 440-1113, the American Legion Post #250, the Veterans of Foregien Wars Post #9116.

POLK VOCATIONAL SERVICES:

PVS provides rehabilitation, development and employment services to adults with barriers to employment. Offers vocational assessment and job placement services. 828-894-3041, 451 Industrial Park Dr., Columbus, NC 28722. polkvocational.com

QUESTERS THERMAL BELT CHAPTER #1408: Study group to appreciate antiques and encourage

preservation. Betsy Miner, 864-457-3016, questers1944.org.

ROTARY CLUB OF TRYON:

A service club with the motto “service above self” shared by 1.2 million Rotarians around the world. In recent years through the RCOT Foundation, the club has awarded over $60,000 a year in local and international grants and scholarships. Tryon Presbyterian Church, 430 Harmon Field Rd., Tryon, NC 28782. Club president: Skip Taylor 828-200-9259 stmas4280@ gmail.com rotarycluboftryon.com.

SALUDA COMMUNITY LAND TRUST:

SCLT helps preserve Saluda’s rural character by protecting farm and forestland in and around Saluda; establishing greenways connecting people, land, and community; empowering Saluda community

members to take ownership of their land and use it for the best practices.

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SALUDA GARDEN CLUB:

Meets the third Monday of every month for programs education resource for garden lovers at the Saluda Library. Except for special events and outings, meetings start at 10 a.m. The club’s purpose is the beautification and improvement of Saluda and its surroundings.

Special emphasis is given to the landscaping, annual plantings and care of our historic Spring Park.Susan Cannon 828-749-3852

SCORE OF POLK COUNTY:

Polk County’s premier service of free and confidential small business mentoring and workshops. Our mentoring volunteers have years of experience in multiple business

disciplines to offer our clients.

828-693-8702, scorepolkcounty@ gmail.com, westernnc.score.org.

SERVICE ANIMAL PROJECT:

SAP identifies and assesses shelter/ rescue dogs for training as service dogs with a primary focus to provide the dogs to wounded military personnel and veterans through appropriate training organizations, Foothills humane society 828-863-4444, serviceanimalproject@ windstream.net.

ST. LUKE’S HOSPITAL AUXILIARY:

Since 1948, the auxiliary supplements the hospital’s finances to provide money for new equipment and various items to improve service and care. saintlukeshospital.com, 101 Hospital Dr., Columbus, NC 28722.

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ST. LUKE’S HOSPITAL FOUNDATION:

Established in 1991 to promote the highest quality of local healthcare services by raising funds for equipment, facility improvements, educational programs and the foundation’s endowment. 828-894-2693, slhfoundation.org.

THERAPEUTIC RIDING OF TRYON:

TROT changes and enriches lives by teaching horsemanship skills to adults and children with physical, cognitive, developmental and emotional challenges in a safe, friendly and supportive environment. 828-859-9021 fence.org/trottherapeuticriding@fence.org.

THERMAL BELT AMATEUR RADIO CLUB:

The Thermal Belt Amateur Radio Club provides emergency radio communications for Polk County and the Landrum area when called for by the American Red Cross and or the Polk County Emergency Management. The club holds a NET every Monday Night at 7:30 pm on th TBARC Repeater-145.330 (-600) PL 91.5. This NET is

open to all radio amateurs within the repeaters coverage area. To contact the TBARC: Robin Michael, KV4AL, P.O. Box. 1016, Tryon NC, 28782, 828-817-0467. Web Site: www.polkcounty.org/ham

THERMAL BELT FRIENDSHIP COUNCIL:

Formed in 1985, activities are designed to support diversity and greater understanding between the races. Meetings are at 6 p.m. on the second Tuesday at Roseland Center. Donna Tatnall, 828-859-7099, friendshipcouncil.homestead.com, PO Box 414, Lynn, NC 28750.

THERMAL BELT HABITAT FOR HUMANITY:

Founded in May 1983, serves the community through its affordable housing ministry and the Habitat ReStore located at 132 N. Trade Ave., Landrum. 864-457-2666, thermalbelthabitat.org.

THERMAL BELT OUTREACH MINISTRY:

Outreach provides compassionate assistance to Polk County residents who are unable to meet their basic life needs through a food pantry,

Saluda Garden Club

weekend backpacks of food to school children, financial assistance with mortgage/rent payments, utility bills, medical tests and prescription drug expenses.

828-894-2988, tboutreach.org.

THERMAL BELT STAMP CLUB:

Open to stamp collectors of all ages and interests. Meets the first and third Monday of the month at HomeTrust Bank in Columbus at 7:30 p.m. to learn about philately and to trade stamps.

William Anderson, 865 Warrior Dr., Tryon, NC 28722, PO Box 16, Lynn, NC 28750.

TRYON CONCERT ASSOCIATION:

Established in 1954 to bring “world class music home,” TCA offers four chamber music concerts featuring prize-winning performers from all over the world.

888-501-0297, tryonconcerts.org.

TRYON COUNTRY CLUB:

For 98 years, TCC, an original Donald Ross designed private golf course, has provided outdoor exercise and numerous social events. Open year round, multiple membership levels to accommodate a wide variety of interests. 828-859-9561, tccpro@ tryoncountryclub.com, tryoncountryclub.com, 393 Country Club Rd. Tryon, NC 28782.

TRYON GARDEN CLUB:

Established in 1928, the garden club develops and conducts educational programs, and members are committed to contributing to the beautification of Tryon. The club owns and maintains the 268-acre Pearson’s Falls in Saluda. The club meets the third Wednesday. 828-749-3031 pearsonsfallsinfo@gmail.com, pearsonsfalls.org, PO Box 245, Tryon, NC 28782.

TRYON LITTLE THEATER:

Tryon’s community theater since 1948.

TLT is a nonprofit corporation, the proceeds from its productions fund annual scholarships to graduating high school seniors who will be studying the arts at the college level.

TRYON PAINTERS AND SCULPTORS:

TPS provides an opportunity for over 200 local and regional member artists to showcase their work in the gallery and gift shop. TPS offers classes and workshops in painting, sculpture and related ciplines to members and the public. 78 North Trade St., Tryon.

828-859-0141. tryonpaintersandsculptors.com.

TRYON PARKS COMMITTEE:

Promotes the use and maintenance of the towns’ nine park areas. John Vining, 828-859-6534, 301 North Trade St., Tryon, NC 28782.

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TRYON RIDING & HUNT CLUB:

Established in 1925 by Carter P. Brown, TR&HC is responsible for the Charity Horse Show, the Block House Steeplechase, horse trials and the Any & All Dog Show. TR&HC gives back to the community through scholarships and support of local equestrians and facilities. 828-863-0480,

TUBACHRISTMAS:

Held on the first Saturday of December, TubaChristmas at Polk County High School is filled with more than 60 brass instruments, tubas and euphoniums. Players come from WNC and beyond to perform this free concert.

828-894-0197 tubachristmas.com

VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS, POLK COUNTY MEMORIAL POST #9116:

Monthly meeting are held on the third Tuesday at 7:00 pm at The House of Flags Museum located at 33 Gibson

Mike Ashworth, CFP® Steve Collie, CFP® Katheryn Gordon, Financial Advisor 493 South Trade Street Tryon, NC 28782 Phone: (828) 552-4443 www.ashworthfinancialgroup.com

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Street, Columbus, NC. A nonprofit organization made up of Veterans who support Veterans, youth and local community veterans. Post is also involved with the activities, care and upkeep of the Columbus Veterans Park. Contact Michael Collins, Commander, 864-4547-3115, 864-230-9806 m3115@aol.com, polkcounty.org/veterans pages/VFW Post 9116, P.O. Box 654, Columbus, NC 28722.

VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS, POLK COUNTY MEMORIAL LADIES AUXILLIARY #9116: Meets fourth Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., at the Womack Building, Columbus. Membership is restricted to female relatives of veterans or female veterans who served overseas during wartime. Joyce B. Preston, 828-859-5286, jbpreston99@yahoo.com, PO Box 654, Columbus, NC 28722.

VETERANS OF

FOREIGN WARS, POLK MEMORIAL POST #10349:

A national non-profit organization made up of veterans who have served on foreign soil during times of declared conflict and/or wars and family members of veterans. Advocates at Congressional levels for betterment of veterans in all aspects of their life. 3788 E. Hwy. 108, Mill Spring, NC 28756. Post Commander Kurtis Pike, 828-894-8673, gst8416@windstream.net

VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS, LADIES AUXILIARY #10349 BRYANT WOMACK/RAY BRADLEY:

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VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS, LADIES AUXILIARY WESTERN CAROLINA CLASSIC RADIO CLUB:

WCCR meets the third Monday at 2 p.m. at Isothermal Community College Polk Campus in Columbus to listen to old time radio shows aired during the golden age of radio. PO Box 311, Lynn, NC 28750. Bob Reynolds, 828859-9388,

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