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Girl Scout cookie time Need help navigating the Medicare system? Polk County representatives of the North Carolina Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) will present a “Welcome to Medicare” Workshop on Tuesday, March 5, at 6:30 p.m. at The Meeting Place Senior Center, 75 Carmel Drive, Columbus.
Girls from Tryon Troop 802 set up shop to sell Girl Scout Cookies outside the IGA recently. Shown are Girl Scouts, left to right, Elsie Morrah Padgett, Virginia Rostick, Jessie Emory and Frances Padgett. (photo submitted by Carolyne Rostick)
Here’s a list of upcoming meetings and events for area nonprofit community and governmental organizations:
Today
Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Mondays, Harmon Field/Tryon, 7 a.m. - noon. Baker Studios Artist Breakfast, Richard Baker Studio invites artists of all mediums, patrons and friends to his monthly “Artist Breakfast,” March 4 at 9 a.m. at his Saluda Studio located at 18 Church Street. Baker provides the coffee, compliments of Honking Tonker’s, and attendees are graciously asked to bring (Continued on page 2)
Sheriff’s office arrests credit card fraud suspect by Leah Justice
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office identified and arrested the woman in surveillance video suspected of fraudulently using a credit card. Jessica Herman, 27, of Green
Creek, was arrested Thursday, Feb. 28 and charged with seven counts of identity theft and seven counts of obtaining property under false pretenses, according to sheriff’s office records. Herman is the wife of Polk
County Animal Control officer and Green Creek Fire Chief Michael Herman. Polk County Sheriff Donald Hill said through the initial investigation, the sheriff’s (Continued on page 4)
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light breakfast-fare. Baker can be reached through his Facebook page or at 828-234-1616. Saluda Center, Mondays, chair exercise, 9:30 a.m.; line dance, 12:30 p.m.; Saluda Duplicate Bridge, 1:30 p.m. 828-7499245. For more activities, email saludacenter@hotmail.com or visit www.saluda.com. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Family Member Support Group meets in Columbus on the first Monday of the month, 10 a.m. - noon. For info and/or location, contact Lisa at 828-894-0104 or Annie at 864457-7278. The Meeting Place Senior Center, sing-along, 10 a.m.; senior fitness, 11 a.m.; bingo or bead class 12:30 p.m. 828-894-0001. Christian Fellowship Luncheon, TJ’s Cafe, Tryon, Mondays except holidays, noon - 1 p.m.; food, fellowship and discussion of relevant issues; interdenominational. The present study is The Christian Atheist: Believing in God but Living as if He Doesn’t Exist by Craig Groeschel. 8595051. Chess Club, Mondays, 12:30 p.m., recreation room, LaurelHurst Apartments, Columbus. Open to anyone in community. 894-3336. Alcoholics Anonymous, Mondays, 5:30 p.m., Tryon United Methodist Church, New Market
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Road in Tryon. Male Domestic Abuse Intervention Program Mondays, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Steps to HOPE. 894-2340. Landrum Library, free yoga classes. 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Limited to first 30 people. Polk Democratic Party Saluda precinct meeting Saluda Precinct 4 will meet at 7 p.m. upstairs at the Saluda Library. Info: Margaret Parker at 894-3219 or visit www.polkdemocrats.com. Polk Democratic Tryon precinct meeting Tryon Precinct 1-2-3 will meet at 7 p.m. at the Harmon Field Cabin. Info: Margaret Parker at 894-3219 or visit www.polkdemocrats.com. The Thermal Belt Stamp Club will meet the first Monday of every month at Isothermal Community College in Columbus at 7 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous, Mondays, 8 p.m., Columbus Presbyterian Church.
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Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Tuesdays, Ozone Drive and Hwy. 176, Saluda. The Meeting Place Senior Center, beginner/intermediate pilates, 8:30 a.m.; ceramics, 9:30 a.m.; devotions and art class, 10 a.m.; Let’s move...Let’s move dance, 10:30 a.m.; bingo, 12:30 p.m. 828-894-0001. House of Flags Museum, open Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 33 Gibson Street, Columbus. Polk County Historical Association Museum, open Tuesdays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., 60 Walker St., Columbus, lower level. Free. LIFECare of Polk County/ Adult Day Health Care provides services Monday - Friday. Pet therapy every Tuesday is an opportunity for participants to interact with a trained pet therapy dog in a safe and meaningful environment. Call 828-894-2007 for more info. Cracker Barrel, 1 p.m. Tuesdays, conference room, Congregational Church. Free lunch at Mt. Valley, Free lunch available every Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Mt. Valley Pentecostal Holiness Church on Hwy. 176.
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Polk County Historical Association, on Tuesday, March 5 at 2:30 p.m. the Polk County Historical Association meeting at the museum in Columbus will present an audience participation event “Show and Tell.” All are welcome. Saluda Welcome Table, every Tuesday, dinner will be served from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the fellowship hall of Saluda United Methodist Church. All are welcomed. Donations accepted. Harmon Field Board of Supervisors meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at Harmon Field Cabin. The next meeting will be on Tuesday, March 5. Public welcome. Info: 828-8596655. Saluda Business Association, first Tuesday of each month, 5:30 p.m., top floor, public library. 828749-3444. Women to Women support group, first and third Tuesdays of each month, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at Steps to HOPE, 60 Ward Street, Columbus. 828-894-2340. Al-Anon Family Group, meets Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Saluda Senior Center, 64 Greenville Street, Saluda, one half block off Main Street (U.S. Hwy. 176 S.), 828-749-2251 (Saluda) or 1-800-286-1326. Polk Democratic Columbus Precinct Meeting Columbus Precincts 7 and 8 will meet at 7 p.m. at the Democratic Headquarters. Info: Margaret Parker at 894-3219 or visit www.polkdemocrats.com. Polk Democratic Cooper Gap Precinct Meeting Coopers Gap Precinct 5 will meet at 7 p.m. at Sunny View Elementary. Info: Margaret Parker at 894-3219 or visit www.polkdemocrats.com. Polk Democratic Green Creek Precinct Meeting Green Creek Precinct 9 will meet at 7 p.m. at the Green Creek Fire Dept. Info:
Margaret Parker at 894-3219 or visit www.polkdemocrats.com. Polk Democratic White Oak Precinct Meeting White Oak Precinct 6 will meet at 7 p.m. at the Mill Spring Fire Dept. Info: Margaret Parker at 894-3219 or visit www.polkdemocrats.com. American Legion, Polk County Memorial Post 250, first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., 43 Depot Street, Tryon. Foothills Knitting Guild, first Tuesday of each month, North Woods Farm Fiber and Yarn, 221 North Main St., Campobello, 7 p.m.
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Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Wednesdays, Fire Department in Green Creek, 7 a.m. - noon. The Meeting Place Senior Center, Wednesday activities include Tai Chi, 9 a.m.; medication assistance; ceramics, 9:30 a.m.; Wacky Wednesday, senior fitness and Italian club, 10 a.m.; bingo and bridge, 12:30 p.m. 828894-0001. Green Creek Community Center, quilters’ group, Wednesdays, 10 - 11:30 a.m. Saluda Center, Wednesday activities, Trash Train, 10 a.m.; gentle Yin Yoga 12:30 p.m. For more activities, email saludacenter@hotmail.com or visit www. saluda.com. Tryon Kiwanis Club, meets Wednesdays, noon, Congregational Church, 210 Melrose Ave., Tryon. Female Domestic Abuse Intervention Program Wednesdays 6-7:30 p.m., Steps to HOPE. 894-2340. Alcoholics Anonymous Tryon (Continued on page 15)
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Campobello-Gramling School named South Carolina’s Best Reading School For the second consecutive year, the top three finalists for the South Carolina International Reading Association’s Exemplary Reading Schools Award were schools from Spartanburg School District One. Campobello-Gramling School was named the SCIRA Exemplary Reading School for 2013. Holly Springs Motlow School was named an honor/ first runner-up school. District One Schools said the accomplishment serves to validate that its schools are at the forefront of the best in literacy instruction across the state. When making the announcement of the winning school, the chairman of the awards committee stated that all three schools from District One could have been the winner but the International Reading Association recognizes only one school from each state. Each school was required to submit an extensive paper application that describes the literacy and reading program and covers these areas: the reading program
Inman Intermediate Principal Debbie Wright; District One Schools Superintendent Dr. Ron Garner; Holly Springs-Motlow Elementary Principal Erika Center; Campobello-Gramling School Principal John Hodge. (photo submitted)
is consistent with sound theory, research and practice; the reading program facilitates student
learning; students have access to a wide variety of reading materials; students demonstrate success in
reading; comprehension strategies (Continued on page 4)
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office does not believe Michael Herman knew of the alleged crimes committed by his wife, but officers are currently doing an internal investigation. The sheriff’s office received an anonymous tip after a picture from surveillance video circulated the media last week asking for the public’s assistance to identify the suspect. Shortly after receiving the tip, officers received additional information regarding a purchase made with the card, which substantiated the tip, officers said. Detectives with the sheriff’s office had been working the case since January, which involved fraudulent transactions in Polk, Rutherford and Spartanburg Counties. Detectives said they are forwarding information they’ve obtained in their investigation to Rutherford and Spartanburg
Your Arts Calendar Waltz Lessons… Mondays at 7:30 p.m. Call: 583-0339
Youth Art Month… Chapman Cultural Center hosts an annual exhibit of the artwork by students from throughout Spartanburg County. This free exhibit is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sundays, 1-5 p.m. Focus on Youth… In recognition of Youth Art Month, the Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg hosts this juried exhibit of local high school students. This free art exhibit is open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sundays, 1-5 p.m. Carl Plansky: 30 Years of Painting… Spartanburg Art Museum presents this extensive collection of work by Carl Plansky. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sundays, 1-5 p.m. Opens: Tuesday, March 5.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat… Presented by The Spartanburg Little Theatre, Fri., Sat., & Sun., March 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17. Tix: (864) 542-ARTS. The Bat “Die Fledermaus”… This classic and comic operetta by the Waltz King Johann Strauss will be performed in English by The Spartanburg Repertory Company at Broome High School in Spartanburg. Tickets at the door. Sunday Unplugged… Chapman Cultural Center is open every Sunday, 1-5 p.m. This week’s free mini concert will be by Jeremy Willis, all original music, little bit country, little bit rock n’ roll, 2-4 p.m. Sunday, March 10. Auditions… The Spartanburg Little Theatre will hold open auditions for A Streetcar Named Desire on Monday and Tuesday, March 11 and 12. Call (864) 585-8278.
200 East Saint Street Spartanburg • (864) 542-ARTS ChapmanCulturalCenter.org
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are taught and applied across the curriculum; listening, speaking, viewing and writing are integrated into and support the reading program; administrators and teachers provide leadership and vision for the building and/or district reading program; the school and/or district offer support services to the program; literacy activities occur outside of school; and the community, including parents, is involved in the reading program. Spartanburg School District One had several teams of teachers present at the conference to present workshops on our strategies for successful reading schools. Fourteen presentations were given from teachers from Spartanburg District One, including the three Exemplary Reading finalist schools. Campobello Gramling serves about 765 students in K4-eighth grade. John Hodge, principal at Campobello Gramling School, said he is extremely proud of the school’s
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counties, where Jessica Herman could face additional charges. Jessica Herman turned herself in to the sheriff’s office, where she went before a magistrate and received a $2,000 bond, according to the sheriff’s office report. She was scheduled to make her first appearance in Polk County Court last Friday, March 1.
accomplishments. “Our students, our teachers, and our community worked extremely hard to get to the place where we could receive this award and we will continue to work hard. I am honored to be the principal of one of the three schools in District One who were finalists — what an accomplishment.” Dr. Ron Garner, Superintendent of District One Schools, Spartanburg, said Campobello Gramling School is to be commended for receiving this honor. “This recognition only validates what occurs every day in the school and is reflected in the success of the students at Campobello Gramling,” he said. “This is just another example of our district mission to provide a ‘quality, student-centered education. We are just as proud of our other schools that were honored by SCIRA and in our minds, they are all winners for the children we serve.” - article submitted by Paula Brooks
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Polk hears positive comments over decision to allow trapping by Leah Justice
After hearing many comments against Polk County’s decision to petition the state to allow trapping of furbearers, commissioners heard mostly supportive remarks during a meeting held Feb. 18. Trapping was not on the board’s agenda on Feb. 18, but a few residents stood during citizen comments to commend the board for sticking with their decision, which the board made in January. Scott Woodworth said many times people stand at meetings to complain, but commissioners do a lot of hard work behind the scenes that the public doesn’t see. He said it seems from people against, that traps are worse to have than shooting the varmit. Those same people, he said, would be here against firearms on your property. Debbie Arceneaux said the last meeting she attended was “probably the scariest meeting I’ve ever
attended in my life.” She said she was really surprised at the amount of people who came out against this issue and that issue. “I think what disturbed me the most is that we have a group of people that seem to be bent on the destruction of commissioners,” Arceneaux said. Rickie McFalls said he has pictures of a friend where a fox got in his dog lot foaming at the mouth. He said he appreciates commissioners going with the trapping. “I’m glad we’re backing the trapping because hey, the varmits, they need to be done with,” said McFalls. McFalls said people against trapping are asking about dogs getting trapped. “They say, hey, how about the dogs?” McFalls said. “I’ve got dogs. I keep them in the yard.” McFalls also thanked commis-
sioners saying he knows they took, “some real tongue-lashing.” John Blanton thanked commissioners for listening to the state wildlife officers and biologists about trapping. “These gentlemen know wildlife management,” said Blanton. “You listened to the professionals, you listened to the public comments.” Blanton said most of the comments were negative and came from national groups like PETA. Blanton said PETA has billboards asking people not to fish because they have feelings too and they recommend using a live mouse trap to release them in the wild unharmed. He mentioned that these groups sent support to England and now fox hunting is banned in those countries. “Your sport is going to be next,” said Blanton. Commissioners also heard one
comment against trapping during citizen comments. John Major said he was speaking on behalf of the anti-trapping group saying he thinks commissioners should hold off. “I just can’t see why you can’t wait and get some opinions besides PETA,” Major said. “We’ve rushed judgement so quickly.” He said phone calls and emails have not been returned and he doesn’t know who is pushing this so hard. Polk, Rutherford and Cleveland Counties have petitioned the state to abolish a 1975 law that made it unlawful to possess steel traps. The bill is currently in the N.C. Legislature with the first reading already passed in Congress. A callin was organized earlier this month to the N.C. Governor’s office with 88 people calling the governor to say they are against trapping in Polk County.
Students named to USC Upstate chancellor’s and dean’s lists The University of South Carolina Upstate announces its fall 2012 chancellor’s list. To be eligible for the chancellor’s list, students must earn a 4.0 and be enrolled in at least 12 course hours. Campobello Mariah Denise Hayes, Marna Boggs Morse, Cody Heath Owens and Sierra Lise Wiley Inman
Emily Jane Beardsley, Christopher Michael Bernardo, Skylar Alexis Cheatwood, Amber Nicole Chesney Helms, Tyler Richard Evans, Jorge Garcia, Leticia Geovana Good, Alixandra Lee Highducheck, Anastasia Alexandrovna Kolesnitchenko, Dennis Vitaliy Krinitsyn, Yelena V. Livchina, Hailey Jean McGill, Chase Johnson Moery, Kendra Nicole Moore, Ashleigh
Brooke Payne, Victoria Drew Pearson, Elizabeth Faith Tisdale, Julia Inez Watson, Bonnie Jeanne Werlinich, Tiffany Brooke Wilson, Maryscott Woolard, and Lyudmila Yudina Landrum Krista Anna Burke, Julie Anne Mathis and Rachel Lindsey Stewart Dean’s list: The University of South Caro-
lina Upstate announces its fall 2012 dean’s list. To be eligible for the dean’s list, freshmen students must earn a 3.25 or higher and be enrolled in at least 12 course hours and upperclassmen must earn a 3.5 or higher and be enrolled in at least 12 course hours. Campobello Dyrell Benjamin Chambers, Jes(Continued on page 7)
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Contra dancing on St. Patrick’s Day at The Party Place in Saluda You don’t even have to be Irish to celebrate at The Party Place in Saluda. Hosted by Blue Ridge Contra Dancers, beginner lessons will be held from 3:30 – 4 p.m. with dancing from 4-6:30 p.m on Sunday,
March 17. No partner is needed. The Party Place is a 12,000-squarefoot dance facility with hardwood floors, refreshment bar and great sound system. Music will be provided by
Steamshovel with Roger Gold on guitar and foot drum and David White on fiddle and banjo. The caller is Tamara McGovern. To reach The Party Place take exit 59 off I-26. Turn toward Saluda, and then take the first left onto
Howard Gap Road. Then turn left on Friendship Church Road. For description and more information, visit partyplaceandeventcenter. com. – article submitted by Mary Ann Hester
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Trevor Shane Bernardo, Hayden Brooke Bishop, Jerry Dean Blaxton, Austin Charles Bridges, Angela Marie Cannon, Kathryn Elizabeth Casteel, Skylar Alexis Cheatwood, Amber Nicole Chesney Helms, Rachael Ruth Clark, Jarad Paul Cochran, Clint Marsh Coursey Jr., Tanner Robert Culbreth, Caitlyn Elise Culp, Tyler Richard Evans, Ariel Christen Gagne, Jorge Garcia, Mathew A. Garkusha, Leticia Geovana Good, Janae’ Gory, Joel Michael Gregory, Jesse Marlowe Hammett, Jamie Lea Harbison, Brittney Nicole Hazel, Randolph Dale Henson, Alixandra Lee Highducheck, Katherine Amanda Hill, Dillon Andrew Huitt, Kenneth
Jamison Human, Chase Baqui Kaczmarczyk, Anastasia Alexandrovna Kolesnitchenko, David Krechko, Dennis Vitaliy Krinitsyn, David Nathan Lamee, Natalie Brooke Lewis, Yelena V Livchina, Brooke Sprouse Martini, Rachel Ann McBee, Hailey Jean McGill, Shelby Frances McKinney, Levi Allen McLean, Chase Johnson Moery, Kendra Nicole Moore, Jenna Lark Morris, Kelsey Anne Nagel, Samantha Moneta Owen, Ashleigh Brooke Payne, Victoria Drew Pearson, Jonathan Taylor Pierce, Kane Tyler Pruitt, Jennifer Wahl Settle, Cara Lee Shrader, Kali Lyn Shrader, Oksana Smal, Charles Joseph Emory Swetman,
Kalli Brooks Swofford, Elizabeth Faith Tisdale, Nuche Vang, Allison Nicole Walker, Julia Inez Watson, Bonnie Jeanne Werlinich, Tiffany Brooke Wilson, Maryscott Woolard, Lyudmila Yudina and Rachel Michele Zickefoose. Landrum Erin Frances Atkins, Krista Anna Burke, Heather Nicole Burrell, Brian Russell Cash, Kendall Lane Cash, Matthew Lucas Hardy, Julie Anne Mathis, Andy Vouthy Nhung, April Danielle Owensby, Kristin Rae Schmidt, Nicole Kristin Sikes and Rachel Lindsey Stewart – article submitted by Tammy Whaley
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sica Leigh Cothran, Thomas John Fiorillo, Madison Rebecca Gilliam, Mariah Denise Hayes, Erica Nicole Johnson, Kala Michelle Johnson, Victoria Leigh Jones, Seth Edwin Kemp, Elizabeth Jeanette Ledford, Marna Boggs Morse, Cody Heath Owens, Dalton Blake Pike, David Michael Quinn, Lynette Melissa Rolen, Sierra Lise Wiley, and Valerie Malinka Wiley Inman Tasha Michelle Allen, Alyssa Jessica Ament, Matthew Blake Banks, Emily Jane Beardsley, Christopher Michael Bernardo,
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Friends share dream of owning consignment shop by Samantha Hurst
Tammy Elkins and Angela AbuAdas shared everything as close friends growing up in Weaverville, N.C. – jewelry, shoes, dresses and purses. Now they’re excited to share the same things with customers at their new consignment shop, Just Between Friends. “We’ve known each other since high school and this has always been a dream of Tammy’s,” said AbuAdas. “I’m just really happy to be a part of it and get to know our customers.” Located just on the edge of downtown Tryon is the cozy, two-story building now playing home to country primitive antiques and southern pottery, as well as women’s clothing and accessories. Elkins credits her in-laws as a catalyst for her desire to get into antiques and consignment. The couple for 40 years owned Elkins Antiques in Weaverville. Elkins said much of the inventory has come from their warehouse. Jewelry on the other hand is
Tammy Elkins and Angela AbuAdas open the new consignment shop, Just Between Friends, located on 226 S. Trade St., in Tryon. (photo by Samantha Hurst)
another passion Elkins shares with AbuAdas. The two said they seek out options that give customers a variety of price points and styles to choose from. “We also proudly sell custom handmade stone and sterling/pewter jewelry by designer Tena Cole, also of Weaverville,” Elkins said. Upstairs customers will find
brands such as American Eagle, Ann Taylor Loft, Banana Republic, Chico’s, Coach, Coldwater Creek, Dooney & Bourke, Eddie Bauer, Fossil, J. Crew, Le’ Suit and Liz Claiborne, among others. “We are more than just an upscale consignment boutique,” Elkins said. AbuAdas said they are happy to
seek out items their customers are looking for as well. Just Between Friends is located at 226 S. Trade St., Tryon, N.C. 28782. You can learn more by calling 828-859-0102, visiting www. justBtweenfriends.com or finding them on Facebook. The shop is open 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Tuesday – Saturday.
Mountain BizWorks offers business-planning course in Tryon Last call for entrepreneur sign-ups, today Mountain BizWorks will offer a foundations businessplanning course in Tryon beginning March 4. This eight-session businessplanning course helps entrepre-
neurs to evaluate and estimate start-up and overhead costs, determine profit goals, project cash flow, develop marketing plans and learn about necessary licensing and record keeping. Additional material will be provided for those in agricultural enterprises. The course begins on Mon-
day, March 4 from 6-9 p.m. at Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce, 2753 Lynn Road Suite A, Tryon, N.C., and meets weekly for eight weeks. For more information or to register, contact Ashley Epling, 828-253-2834 x 27, Ashley@ mountainbizworks.org, or course facilitator Carol Lynn
Jackson 828-817-2308, or carollynn@mountainbizworks.org. To learn more about business loans, classes and coaching from Mountain BizWorks, please visit www.mountainbizworks.org. – article submitted by Carol Lynn Jackson
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Two new dentists join the Tryon Family Dentistry’s staff Dr. John Hooker, Tryon Family Dentistry, recently announced the addition of Dr. Barry Duncan and Dr. Milton Poulos to its team. Dr. Duncan, a general dentist, is a 1986 graduate of the Medical University of South Carolina School of Dentistry and a Captain in the U.S. Navy Reserves. Dr. Duncan joins the practice after practicing many years in the Asheville area. He performs all general dental procedures, as well as root canal procedures and oral surgery procedures. Dr. Poulos, a general dentist, practiced in Asheville for over thirty years. He received his degree from N.C. State University in 1977 and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. During his time away from the office he enjoys fishing, traveling and spending time with his wife and sons.
The new Tryon Family Dentistry office. (photo submitted by Dr. Hooker)
Dr. Hooker, Dr. Duncan and Dr. Poulos have many years of experience in dental care and advanced continuing education.
The dentists and staff are currently enjoying a new office and are accepting new patients. Office hours For Tryon Fam-
ily Dentistry are Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5p.m. – article submitted by Rachel Litchfield
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LOST & FOUND MISSING DOG
3 year old Chihuahua(mix?) weighing approxi mately 8 lbs. Angel's coat is brownish-red in color with a white chest and paws. She was named for her "Angel-like" beautiful brown eyes and for her sweet disposition. She loves to twirl... Angel disappeared from her home at 955 Red Fox Road in Columbus on Tuesday afternoon around 2:30pm. Angel is an inside dog and part of the family, which is why she wasn't wearing a collar. Angel has been such a blessing to me. I feel like a part of my heart is missing. Please help me to find my Angel, and bring her home. My name is Lisa and I've lost my Angel! I pray anyone with information regarding Angel's whereabouts will take a moment to con tact me. I've lost my Angel, and my heart is breaking. 828-894-2480
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APPLIANCES MTB House of Bargains #2 10796 Hwy 11 Campobello, SC Appliances, Household goods, Lawn & Garden. Discounted prices. Tues.- Fri. 10a to 5p 864-468-5317
You Deserve a Break Try one of our specials! $10 off total week of Martin Luther King, Valentine $10 off, St. Patrick $5 off. 888-846-4049 or 828-429-1390
SERVICES Saluda Construction: Grading, landscaping, driveways, land clearing, underbrushing, property maint. Stone, mulch, licensed, insured, bonded. G. Eargle 828- 243-4300
SERVICES/ REPAIRS Driveway Work. Call Robby 828-894-8705 Raise your hand if you want your business to make LESS money next year.
SPECIALIZED SERVICES Gunsmithing ~ We buy Firearms Rifles, Shotguns, Pistols, Revolvers, New or Used, Short or Long, Working or Not. 828-393-0067
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PAINTING For a Fine Paint Job Call Dan Steiner Painting High Quality - Low Prices Professional Pressure Washing, Gutter Cleaning, Minor Repairs. 828-817-0539 / 894-6183
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RN Unit Supervisor (Days) 2nd Shift RN/LPN 2nd Shift CNA We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits. Apply at Autumn Care of Saluda 501 Esseola Drive Saluda, NC 28773 or staffdev108@ autumncorp.com
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Doggie Barber Shop located in Landrum Working 4-5 days per week. Open 6 days a week. Part time or full time. Call 864-457-4490 or 864-621-8969
CNA FOR PEDIATRICS BAYADA Pediatrics is currently seeking a CNA for one on one care in the Tryon area. Please call 828-667-3200 for details
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REAL ESTATE
James Tool Machine & Engineering, Inc.
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is seeking qualified employees for both our Columbus & Morganton, North Carolina Plants. James Tools offers competitive pay and benefits. We are looking for a min. 5+ years experience in the following positions.
* Toolmaker * CNC Machinist * Prototrack Mill/ Lathe Machinist To be considered for an interview you must submit your resume to pcook@jamestool.com or jobs@jamestool.com You can also fax your resume to 828-584-8779. Interviews will only be given to those who are qualified. EOE
HELP WANTED - MEDICAL / DENTAL Bayada Home Health Care
Manager for Tryon ABC store, seeking a full time Needs a skilled LPN to manager with exception, work with a total care paprofessional leadership. tient. Full time position We didn’t think you All applicants must be available. Please call Get ready for would. Do you need sales oriented, must enjoy 828-696-1900. New Year 2013! ELP ANTED to successfully market working with the public, If your home needs a on a tight budget? cash handling and cus HIRING ALL CNA’S for makeover for the new year Classifieds has tomer service. Exp is reAutumn Care Day Shift. Call We do everything Paint customizable programs quired. Competitive salary 828-696-1900 in Saluda, NC ing, Carpentry, Roofing, available to fit any with sales incentive. has an immediate opening etc.. Call Bill the Painter Please submit applications budget. for a MDS Coordinator. (828) 899-2647 to Tryon town Hall, 301 E Current knowledge of EAL STATE 23 years experience DON’T WAIT! Trade St., Tryon 28782 MDS 3.0 is a must!! Call TODAY attn: Susan Bell The individual will be 828.859.9151 responsible for all aspects Gatlinburg Timeshare of data collection, For Sale. Westgate RIVERS processing and Offices and possible retail Smoky Mtns, Gatlinburg, ELIVERY OME submission according to space available in down- TN. May also use other Medicare and Medicaid town Columbus. Ample Westgate locations. MPROVEMENT A-CDL Drivers requirements. Sleeps 8 or use as a parking and one of the OTR & Regional Tommy's lock-off. Includes tickets positions available. Due to EDUCATION: Current and highest daily traffic counts to on-site water park. active license as a Home Improvement in Polk County. Particuexpanded business we Registered Nurse. Roofs, renovations, siding, are seeking Professional larly interested in com- Many tourist attractions in carpentry, decks, winEXPERIENCE: 1 year of puter related business and area. No back mortgage, Drivers to join our team. dows, screening. All Home willing to trade portions of taxes or liens. Low mainprofessional nursing 1 yr. recent verifiable tenance. My children Repairs. FREE Est. rent in exchange for servexperience in a skilled experience needed. have grown & moved on. Home: (828) 859 - 5608. nursing facility required. ices. 828 817-1068 Our Drivers Enjoy: Email: MsTce@aol.com Cell: (828) 817 - 0436. 1 year of administrative * Excellent Home Time or phone 864 592-1471 and RAI and working * No Touch Freight Knowledge of MDS 3.0 * Repetitive delivery Polk County 911 preferred. This is the routes ABINETS Looking for Dispatcher second of two positions * Drop & Hook Freight Part-time as needed. a home? and the facility offers Family Atmosphere. Custom Cabinets corporate consultants for Multi-tasker, clear speakApply online at ing voice. Obtained certifiCountertops, Complete Look in our MDS issues. www.shiptruckservice.com cations in 3 months. AppliKitchen & Bathroom classifieds section or call 800-968-8552 & SKILLS: Strong computer, cations at the county ManRemodels. 28 yrs. exp. and learn of great join our team of interpersonal, leadership, ager’s office or call the Free Est. Senior Discount. Professional Drivers. deals for you and organizational, and clinical 911 center at JG’s: 864-316-3596, Truck Service Inc. your family. skills. 828-894-0188 578-4100, 292-0104 Forest City, NC.
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HOUSES FOR RENT Columbus - Romantic Log Cabin, 400 sq ft. 1 room with sleep loft, wood stove & gas heat, w/d, a/c. No pets, No smoking. Avail Feb. 15. Call 828-817-1262 Tryon - 3bd/2ba, gas f.p., W/D, pet OK. Fresh paint, new appliances. HW floors. Rent $850/mo. Deposit. 817-688-0352. Email: maxie8888@ yahoo.com
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Fuentes completes basic training
Hoke of Hospice presents Rotary program
Air Force Airman Alex E. Fuentes graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Fuentes is the son of Mary Berrios of Greer and cousin of Susana Rabadan of Landrum.
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He is a 2011 graduate of Greer High School. - article submitted
Saluda Mountain Bridge results Feb. 25 Meg Hoke, Palliative Care program director at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills, was the guest speaker at a recent meeting of the Rotary Club of Tryon. She shared with the Rotarians the importance of palliative care as well as an update on the services provided by Hospice of the Carolina Foothills. Following her presentation, there was a question and answer session. Beth Child arranged the program and is pictured along with Hoke, center, and Club President Carol Jackson. (photo submitted by Bill Hillhouse)
Saluda Mountain Duplicate Bridge Club results for Feb. 25 are: First: Kris Diggs and Hoppy Long. Second: Carolyn Ashburn and Barbara Trumble. Third: Veevee Blackshear and Linda Hall.
Games are played at the Saluda Center each Monday at 1:30 p.m. with a bridge discussion at 12:45 p.m. A partner is guaranteed. – article submitted by Tollie Ross
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LEGALS LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS FILE NO. 13 E 026
LEGALS or proceedings with respect to this estate. This the 18th day of February, 2013.
The undersigned having JANINA KOZACKA qualified as Executrix of EXECUTRIX the Estate of Alice H. Li- ESTATE OF ALICE H. UTILITY/HAULING zak, deceased, of Polk LIZAK County, North Carolina, DECEASED TRAILERS this is to notify all creditors of said estate to pre- THERON E. MULLINAX, Heavy duty utility trailer 5x8 ft, new floor, lights etc. sent their claims to the JR. undersigned attorney on ATTORNEY AT LAW Good for hauling lawn or before the 25th day of MULLINAX LAW FIRM tractors, equipment, or small casr. $600 obo Call May, 2013, or this notice P. O. Box 2648 will be pleaded in bar of Hendersonville, NC 894-7022 or 817-4473 recovery. All persons in- 28793 debted to said estate will please make immediate Tryon Daily Bulletin ISCELLANEOUS settlement of same. February 18, 2013 February 25, 2013 Theron E. Mullinax, Jr. March 4, 2013 T20 Ingersoll Rand Air has been appointed as March 11, 2013 Compressor 80 gallon air compressor, Resident Process Agent 2 stage, 5 hp motor, verti- on whom may be served EST/LIZAK, ALICE H. cal. $500 call 894-7022 or citations, notices and processes in all actions 817-4473
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SCLT members Jim Murphy, Carolyn Ashburn, Betsy Burdett, Debbie Hahn, Nora Parks Anderson, Susie Welsh, Nancy Leland, Elena Robson, Don Clapp, Dave Prudhomme and Lisa Murphy. (photo submitted by Carolyn Ashburn)
SCLT board members enjoy organizational retreat Saluda Community Land Trust (SCLT) board members enjoyed a two-day organizational workshop during January and February with two local facilitators, Lisa and Jim Murphy of J. W. Murphy &
Associates. A grant from the Polk County Community Foundation allowed the 5-year-old land trust to reflect on where they have been, where they want to go in the future and how to get there.
The grant also allowed funding for a community night, where SCLT members and friends were invited to enjoy a covered dish supper at the Saluda Inn and Wine Cellar. This gave board members a
chance to hear their neighbor’s input on current and future projects, as well as let the community know some of SCLT’s plans and ideas. – article submitted by Carolyn Ashburn
Seeking out Polk County’s most wanted-habitat In an effort to expand the help locating a special habitat knowledge and understanding of that may be suitable for the Green the flora and fauna of Polk County, Salamander (Aneides aeneus). Of the Pacolet Area Conservancy the more than 60 known species (PAC) and botanist, David Camp- of salamander in North Carolina, bell need your the Green Salahelp in locatmander is the ing this month’s Polk County’s only species that “Most WantedMost Wanted is listed by the Habitat.” Plants state of North While PAC Carolina as Enis interested in dangered. The “Polk County’s Most Wanted- Green Salamander is also considPlants,” at times, especially dur- ered a federal Special Concern. ing the winter months, PAC may The Green Salamander is most highlight “Polk County’s Most commonly found in the AppalaWanted-Animal,” or habitat that chian Mountains, from southwestsupports that animal. This month, PAC needs your (Continued on page 13)
A green salamander (photo by David Campbell).
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ern Pennsylvania south/southwest to Central Alabama, with isolated, “disjunct,” populations occurring in the Hickory Nut Gorge and Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, Upstate South Carolina, and the mountains of Georgia. For most of the year, the Green Salamander can be found in the crevices of shaded rock outcrops in mixed mesophytic (moist) forests. The rock outcrops are usually shaded by rhododendron, hemlock or other fairly dense cover; rocks that get a lot of sun do not provide a suitable habitat for the Green Salamander. The rocks need to have damp/ humid crevices; they cannot be wet nor have water running over them. The crevices need to be free of dirt and they need to be fairly narrow; Green Salamanders like to feel the rock on their backs. Any crevices that house crickets will not contain the Green Salamander; however, the salamanders will
cohabitate with slugs. With the warm temperatures of spring, Green Salamanders should be emerging from deep within the rock crevices. The salamanders will begin to establish territories and find mates. They can be found in rock crevices during the day, and on wet evenings they will come out to forage on the rock surface and on the surrounding forest floor. Females lay their eggs in mid to late June and remain with the eggs for the three months it takes for them to develop and hatch. Green Salamanders are also arboreal and spend part of their lives in the canopy of tall hardwood trees; therefore, mid-spring through mid-fall, they can be hard to find since most will be up in the trees. In autumn, as the leaves begin to change color and let go of their stems, Green Salamanders begin retreating to the protective cover of crevices in rock outcrops. In the winter, they are hidden deep within the rock and out of sight. Green Salamanders have a
A green salamander habitat (photo by Alan Cameron).
black, dark brown or gray body with a green to yellowish- green lichen-like pattern on the head, back, and tail. Green Salamanders are the only southeastern salamander with green markings. Adults have a flattened head and body, and long legs with large feet and squared toes. The belly is unmarked and pale. Adult sala-
manders measure 8-14 centimeters long. The Green Salamander has been found in many of the counties surrounding Polk County, in North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina. There is a historical record of the species presence (Continued on page 15)
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PAC’s hike to Ashmore Heritage Preserve rescheduled for March 8 Due to the rainy weather on Feb. 22, the Pacolet Area Conservancy (PAC) had to cancel the hike scheduled for that day. The hike to Ashmore Heritage Preserve has been rescheduled for Friday, March 8. Participants will head to the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources managed Preserve, for a 4-mile, moderate hike. Pam Torlina, PAC’s Land Protection Specialist, will lead the hike, an out and back with a loop. The trek starts on the newly opened Mountain Bridge Passage Trail (MBPT), meandering through a mature forest. After entering the Preserve, the MBPT will lead hikers along a cascading stream and to a beautiful waterfall. Hikers will back track and pick up a loop trail that leads around Lake Wattacoo, a man-made lake at the base of Campbell Mountain/the Blue Wall escarpment. Then hikers will follow a stream back to the MBPT and back to their vehicles. The preserve features a natural bog, which creates favorable habitat for rare plants and other species unique to the region. If you are interested in attending the PAC hike at Ashmore Heritage Preserve, please contact the PAC office to sign up by phone at 828859-5060 or e-mail, landprotection@pacolet.org. Hikers will be meeting at the Gowensville Spinx at 8:30 a.m. to check in and start the approximate-
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Lake Wattacoo in Ashmore Heritage Preserve, at the base of the Blue Ridge Escarpment. (photo by Pam Torlina)
ly 45-minute drive to the trailhead. Hikers should wear appropriate clothing and footwear; bring a bag lunch and/or snack and plenty of water. Please be sure to bring any personal medication that you may require. Hikers should be prepared to return to the area by 3 p.m., at the latest. In case of inclement weather, please contact the PAC office by 8:15 a.m. on the day of the hike to
see if the hike will take place. If you cannot make this hike but would like to attend future hikes, please visit PACs website, www.pacolet.org, or go to PACs Facebook page, www.facebook. com/pacoletarea.conservancy, for information on upcoming hikes. The next hike is scheduled for March 15 at Pisgah National Forest; the Cove Creek and Caney
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Bottoms trails. PAC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit conservation organization (land trust) founded in 1989 to Protect and Conserve the area’s natural resources (PAC’s mission). PAC works with area landowners to ensure the long-term protection of their property through voluntary conservation easements (agreements) which enable landowners to maintain ownership of their property, preserving precious natural resources (open lands, forests, wildlife habitat, scenic vistas, farmland, stream banks, etc.), and potentially obtain significant federal, state, and local tax benefits. PAC’s vision is a community living and growing in harmony with our natural heritage and a goal to provide a legacy that will endure and be valued by generations to come. PAC works diligently to provide leadership to encourage conservation and provide education programs emphasizing responsible land use practices to help – save the places you love. – article submitted by Pam Torlina
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Polk Democrats to hold precinct meetings The Polk County Democratic Party will hold its annual precinct organizational meetings during the week of March 3. Annual precinct meetings are required by the North Carolina Democratic Party Plan of Organization. “Precincts are the most important element of our organization,” said county party chair Margaret Parker. “These meetings allow any registered Democrat residing in the precinct to become involved in the political process
and have a voice in the direction of the Party.” Meetings will be held at the following locations and dates: Monday, March 4 Saluda Precinct 4 will meet at 7 p.m. upstairs at the Saluda Library. Tryon Precinct 1-2-3 will meet at 7 p.m. at the Harmon Field Cabin. Tuesday, March 5 Coopers Gap Precinct 5 will meet at 7 p.m. at Sunny View Elementary School.
White Oak Precinct 6 will meet at 7 p.m. at the Mill Spring Fire Department. Columbus Precincts 7 and 8 will meet at 7 p.m. at the Democratic Headquarters. Green Creek Precinct 9 will meet at 7 p.m. at the Green Creek Fire Department. For more information on these meetings, contact Margaret Parker at 828-894-3219 or visit www.polkdemocrats.com. – article submitted by Margaret Parker
Tryon Country Club Dogfighters Feb. 24 results The Dogfighters of Tryon Country Club played Sunday, Feb. 24. The first team was Butch
Kennedy and Ronnie White, followed by Fred Edwards Jr. and Eddie Chapman, low individual – Ronnie White, closest
to the hole – Sean McKaig, Hub Arledge and Fred Edwards,Jr. – article submitted by Marc Brady
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landprotection@pacolet.org. The purpose of this project is to gain a better understanding of the flora and fauna present in Polk County, making sure that our natural communities are well represented. PAC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit conservation organization (land trust) founded in 1989 to protect and Conserve the area’s natural resources (PAC’s mission). PAC works with area landowners to ensure the long-term protection of their property through voluntary conservation easements (agreements) which enable landowners to maintain ownership of their property, preserving precious
natural resources (open lands, forests, wildlife habitat, scenic vistas, farmland, stream banks, etc.), and potentially obtain significant federal, state, and local tax benefits. PACs vision is a community living and growing in harmony with our natural resources and or goal is to provide a legacy that will endure and be valued by generations to come. PAC works diligently to provide leadership to encourage conservation and provide education programs emphasizing native species appreciation and responsible land use practices to help – save the places you love. – article submitted by Pam Torlina
Saluda Center, Thursday activities: knitting group, 9:30 a.m.; gentle Yin Yoga, 5:30 p.m. For more activities, email saludacenter@hotmail.com or visit www. saluda.com. The Meeting Place Senior Center, Thursday activities include ceramics, 9:30 a.m.; devotions, 10 a.m.; bingo or movie, 12:30 p.m.; grocery shopping, 1
p.m.; yoga, 6 p.m. 828-894-0001. House of Flags Museum, open Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 33 Gibson Street, Columbus. Please submit Curb Reporter items in writing at least two days prior to publication. Items must include a name and telephone number of a contact person. Items will be printed in order by date of event, as space allows.
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in Polk County, but the habitat where this population was found has been destroyed, and there are now no known locations of this species in the county. Polk County should have appropriate habitat to support the species. If landowners think that they have the above-mentioned habitat or the Green Salamander on their property, or if they know where this type of habitat or animal might be located within the county, please contact PAC at 828-859-5060, or email comments, questions or photos to
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