Over the next few issues, we will publish our annual look back at some of the top stories, newsmakers, and images that shaped ...

There was a lot of attention paid to every point Bailey Staton scored for Polk County on Tuesday. There will be more attention for every point going forward. That’s because no Wolverine – girl or boy ...

Randi Thompson aims to improve safety in the horse industry  SALUDA—Randi Thompson, an equine educator and legal consultant ...

LAKE LURE—A large wildfire, known as the Shumont Fire, is currently active in the Shumont area of Rutherford County, located just west of Lake Lure. As of Tuesday morning, the fire has grown to an ...

TRYON—On December 31, downtown Tryon transformed into a festive haven as families and residents gathered for the much-anticipated annual Tryon Midnight event. From 7 to 10 pm, downtown was filled with ...

SALUDA—Historic Saluda Inc. has announced its inaugural fundraiser, a night of nostalgia and dancing titled “Celebrating the Decades,” set for February 20 from 6 to 9 pm. This event will take place at ...

As the new year approaches, the Carolinas are poised to implement a range of significant new laws taking effect in 2026 that ...

COLUMBUS—The Polk Soil & Water Conservation District recently announced the recipient of its annual $3,000 scholarship for a ...

Residents of Polk County are invited to participate in a series of informative Live Stake Workshops aimed at reducing ...

North Carolina will hold a statewide partisan primary and general election in 2026 for federal, state, and county offices.

Following recent outbreaks in Spartanburg and Greenville counties, a positive case of measles has been confirmed in Polk ...

Roseland Community Center nominated Dr. Warren Carson for induction into the Second Wind Hall of Fame, and the Board of the ...