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Tryon Daily Bulletin

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Vol. 86 / No. 81

Tryon, N.C. 28782

Friday, May 24, 2013

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The 2013 Memorial Day Singing for Soldiers Concert will be held on Monday, May 27 at Veteran’s Park in Columbus. Food starts at 5 p.m. with singing at 6 p.m. Here’s a list of upcoming meetings and events for area nonprofit community and governmental organizations:

Today

Saluda Center, Friday events: chair exercise, 9:30 a.m.; Trash Train, 10 a.m.; NA Meeting, 8 p.m. For more activities, email saludacenter@hotmail. com or visit www.saluda.com. Sculpture 2013, Tryon Fine Arts Center (TFAC) announces Sculpture 2013, a juried regional sculpture exhibition and sale, open from May 3 - 30. The Meeting Place Senior Center, Friday activities include movie matinee or drumming at 10 a.m. (every third Friday) and bingo or movie at 12:30 p.m. 828-894-0001. Saluda Tailgate Market, Saluda Tailgate Market, every

Eunice Whitmire addresses Tryon Town Council about the sewage issues she’s faced for the last 14 years. (photo by Samantha Hurst)

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Tryon seeks solution for Whitmire’s sewage woes by Samantha Hurst

Though the consensus in Tryon Town Council’s meeting Tuesday, May 21 was that something must be done to alleviate

Eastside resident Eunice Whitmire’s struggle with sewage flowing in and out of her house, no concrete decision followed beyond having city attorney

Bailey Nager look into “legal solutions.” Councilman Roy Miller said (Continued on page 4)

Polk County to advertise for interim ag development director by Leah Justice

The Polk County Board of Commissioners decided this week to find an interim agriculture economic development director to fill the

position left open when former director Lynn Sprague resigned. The decision to advertise for an interim director was unanimously approved by

the board during its May 20 meeting. Polk County District Soil and Water Supervisor Dave

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FREE Health & Information Fair Saturday, June 1, 9 a.m. - noon

at Stearns Park, Columbus Call 894-2408 for more information!

Sponsored by: St. Luke’s Hospital & Polk Fit, Fresh and Friendly

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Friday, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m., until November. All items are grown or made in Polk County. American Legion Post 250, weekly bingo games, Fridays, 7 p.m., 43 Depot St., Tryon. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Smoke-free. Narcotics Anon., Saluda Senior Center, Friday, 8 p.m.

Saturday

Landrum Farmers’ Market, meets on North Trade St. from 7-11 a.m. near the depot. For information, contact Joe Cunningham at 864-457-6585. Columbus Tailgate Market, every Saturday, 8 a.m. - noon, until November. All items are grown or made in Polk County. Green Creek Community Center, Zumba class, Saturdays, 9 a.m. PAC geocaching, On May 25, PAC volunteer Wally Hughes, will present on “Geocaching” at the Anne Elizabeth Suratt Nature Center at Walnut Creek Preserve at 10 a.m. Visit www.pacolet.org, for more info or call 828-8595060. House of Flags Museum, open Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 33 Gibson Street, Columbus. Polk County Historical Association Museum open Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., 60 Walker St., Columbus, lower level. Free. Tryon Fine Arts Center, Oil painting class for teens with Mar-

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Sunday

SCLT open house at Twin Lakes SCLT (Saluda Community Land Trust) will have an open house at Twin Lakes on Sunday, May 26 from noon-5 p.m. See how the work at the lakes is coming along. Lennie’s Kids Gala will be on Sunday, May 26 from 4-7 p.m., Tryon Estates will host Lennie’s Kids Gala for the second year in a row.

Monday

Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit Mondays, Harmon Field/Tryon, 7 a.m. - noon. Saluda Center, Mondays, chair exercise, 9:30 a.m.; line dance, 12:30 p.m.; Saluda Duplicate Bridge, 1:30 p.m. 828-7499245. For more activities, email saludacenter@hotmail.com or visit www.saluda.com. 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. AAUW, meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at the Tryon Presbyterian Church fellowship hall. Alcoholics Anonymous, Mondays, 5:30 p.m., Tryon United Methodist Church, New Market Road in Tryon. Male Domestic Abuse Intervention Program Mondays, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Steps to HOPE. 894-2340. Landrum Library, yoga class 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Limited to first 30 people for small fee. Alcoholics Anonymous, Mon-

Friday, May 24, 2013

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Today: Sunny, with 10 percent chance of rain. High 73, low 43. Saturday: Mostly sunny, with no chance of rain. High 76, low 50.

Sunday: Partly cloudy, with 20 percent chance of rain. High 76, low 54. Monday: Isolated t-storms, with 20 percent chance of rain. High 76, low 54. Wednesday’s weather was: High 83, low 61, 2 inches of rain.

days, 8 p.m., Columbus Presbyterian Church.

Tuesday

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, 10 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. Landrum Library, Book Discussion Group, 4th Tuesday every month, 10:30 a.m. at the library. 864-457-2218. 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. 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.

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. Autism Spectrum Parent and Family Support Group meeting Organizers for local Autism Spectrum Parent and Family Support Group will host the next meeting at the Polk County Public Library’s community room (Columbus) on Tuesday, May 28 at 6 p.m. Al-Anon Family Group, meets Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Saluda Senior Center, 64 Greenville Street, Saluda, one half block off Main Street (U.S. Hwy. 176 S.), 828-749-2251 (Saluda) or 1-800286-1326. VFW Ladies Auxiliary Polk Memorial 9116, meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. in the Womack building in Columbus. VFW Polk Memorial 9116 meets the fourth Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Columbus Town Hall.

Wednesday

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.; ceramics, 9:30 a.m.; Wacky Wednesday and senior fitness, 10 a.m.; bingo and bridge, 12:30 p.m. 828-894-0001. Submit Curb Reporter items at least two days prior to publication. Items must include a name and telephone number. Items will be printed as space allows.

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Polk County preschool applications available Polk County Schools preschools are now taking applications for the 2013-2014 school year. Children must be 3 years old by Aug. 31 to qualify but priority is given to 4-year- olds. Applications can be picked up at each elementary school, the Stearns building in Columbus or printed online. Call 828894-3051 and ask for the preschool department for more information. The Polk County School s p r e s ch o o l s we re recently licensed by the NC Division of Child Development and Early Education. All of the preschool classrooms earned a 5 Star rating, the highest rating awarded by the DCDE. The preschools are located at Tryon Elementary, Polk Central, Sunny View and Saluda. (photo submitted by Peggy Franklin)

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Sewage water can be seen spilling into Whitmire’s yard May 5. (photo submitted)

• Whitmire (continued from page 1)

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Whitmire has come before the council for years complaining about sewage water spilling into her yard. “This is an issue guys that I think this lady has suffered enough,” Miller said. From 2005- 2012 Miller said over a million gallons of sewage has spilled from Tryon lines. The latest spill that caused water to flow into Whitmire’s yard on May 5 was 59,000 gallons. On Jan. 17, 2013 there was a spill of 17,000 gallons; 13,800 spilled on May 14, 2013. According to Councilman Doug Arbogast, the larger spills happened Feb. 5, 2010 with 150,000 gallons; Jan. 24, 2010 with 250,000 gallons; and Dec. 25, 2009 with 200,000 gallons. “Which one of us could let a million gallons of sewer water run in our yard without contacting an attorney,” Miller asked. Mayor Alan Peoples said the town has tried numerous things over the years to fix the problem. He said the Department of Environmental and Natural Resources (DENR) visited Tryon to make suggestions such as backflow meters and capping the manhole. Eunice Whitmire said when town officials capped the manhole near her home the sewage came up in her yard, bathtub and toilets. When the second backflow meter was put into place it

stopped the flow into the house but also prevented the 68-yearold from flushing her toilet. “My yard is a mess – you go out there now there is yellow tape, it looks like somebody’s killed somebody right there around where the sewage was coming out, it’s so embarrassing,” Whitmire said. “Would any of ya’ll on town council be taking what I’ve been taking all these years?” Whitmire said when a hard rain fell, causing water to back up in the toilet, she and her son would put on masks and gloves and clean those areas with Clorox. She said the town has never sent anyone into her house to clean her carpet because her family has never allowed the filth to get into the floor. “I always take off my shoes when I go into the house because I don’t know what I’m taking in there … There’s a lot more added to this but I’m trying to hold my composure,” Whitmire said. “My grandkids, they don’t come down there and play no more.” “I’ve got pictures, you could see the tissue coming out of that manhole and everything else coming out of that manhole. Right now it’s very disgusting.” Health concerns Chuck Cranford, supervisor over Surface Water Protection of the NC Division of Water Qual(Continued on page 6)

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Polk sheriff weekly report During the week from May 12 through May 19, 2013, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office answered 318 calls for service. There were 16 arrests, seven citations, 12 criminal papers served and 23 civil papers served.

O ff i c e r s a s s i s t e d o t h e r agencies 10 times, conducted 382 house checks, 458 church checks, 642 business checks and patrolled 8,130 miles. - information submitted by chief deputy Mike Wheeler

Sheriff’s office makes two drug arrests by Leah Justice

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office recently arrested two persons on separate drug related arrests. On May 6, officers arrested Charles Edward Coleman, 28, of 3726 Ashley Hall Drive, Charlotte. Coleman was charged with one count of felony possession of schedule III controlled substance and one count of felony maintain a vehicle/dwelling/place for a

• Whitmire (continued from page 4)

ity, said he couldn’t specifically speak to the health hazards at Whitmire’s property but said there are, of course, concerns. “It is wastewater – it does pose a health hazard, so it’s certainly not good,” Cranford said. Mark Prince with environmental services at the Polk County Health Department works with septic tanks around the county. He said certainly untreated sewage water could pose a risk. He said it could carry hazards such as fecal coliform bacteria or even hepatitis. According to a fact sheet on the health risks of untreated sewage from americanrivers.org, bacteria such as E. coli or salmonella found in untreated sewage can cause diarrhea and lead to reactive arthritis, while viruses such as hepatitis can cause liver infection, eye infections, diarrhea and lead to chronic illness such as liver failure. Prince said when septic tanks back up, for example, they call it a sanitary nuisance because the

controlled substance, according to sheriff records. On May 9, officers arrested Corey Shane Lindsey, 25, of 390 Polk County Line Road, Rutherfordton. Lindsey was charged with felony possession with intent to manufacture, sell and deliver methamphetamine, trafficking opium/heroin and misdemeanor larceny, according to sheriff reports. soil does some of its own work to kill bacteria. He said if it were to continue to happen however, “it could make someone sick, yes.” Once the problem is repaired, Prince said the soil would be useable after a certain amount of time but he would not speculate as to an actual time frame. The purpose of putting the lime on the soil is to raise the PH, which would kill off most of the bacteria that health officials would be worried about, he said. Solutions Whitmire’s daughter Sonya Glover was on the brink of tears talking of what her mother faces outsider her own home. “Whatever you do its not going to fix the problem with the contaminated soil,” Glover said. “My sister who has spent years in the military she doesn’t even come home because my momma doesn’t want her to come home and see this. When it rains you all sit there in your house and don’t even worry about it.” (Continued on page 7)

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Councilman Baker argued that Council members do worry about it, that they’ve even been by to look at the problem. “But looking at it and doing something about it are two different things,” Glover explained to council. Miller said he agreed that it was time to remedy this situation. He said the town has received a trunk line sewer grant to address the problem of aging lines with infiltration points that have allowed millions of gallons of sewer water to flood the system. A Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) would provide $537,738, while the town has to come up with the remaining $164,169 to increase the 12-inch line to a 24-inch line, as required by the state. But council found out from engineer John Hollifield on May 21 the project would not be completed

until the end of the year. “Certainly it will not address what has happened in the last 14 years but it will hopefully fix the problem now,” Hollifield said. Miller said officials hope the line would fix the problem but they don’t know it will fix it. Wim Woody said the town hasn’t had the money to come up with a solution before now. “The problem is we don’t have alternatives,” Woody said. “We have moved through this grant process and hopefully this will fix the problem.” But Woody acknowledged that it might not. Moving forward Councilman Doug Arbogast was not present at the meeting because of family needs but said in an email to the Bulletin that every time the issue has come up it has been pushed off to a future meeting with no solution in sight. “I do not think the town should spend another cent on

anything or focus on any other project until this lady is moved to a safe residence and plans to insure her future is in place,” Arbogast said. “And the town needs to offer free sewer for life, but if I were her, I would not want to live where she needed to rely on our sewer system or this governing board.” Baker said he thinks, “it is high time” the city fix it. But he said the city is trying to sort out what can be done legally. “Morally I think we should just get you a new house. I don’t have any quarrel with that, but what can we do legally? We are bound unfortunately by the law,” Baker said to Whitmire. “I’d like a suggestion from you what you would like us to do … I would be as disgusted as you are and I’m frankly embarrassed – for the town because we have a citizen who’s paying taxes, and paying her water bills and paying her sewer bills and who is being abused in my opinion. Now the town is not abusing you, but we

are not fixing your problem and that is what we are supposed to do. But I don’t know what to do.” Tryon resident Mary Prioleau at one point asked if the town did not have the money to at least move Whitmire into a rental house? Whitmire told the Bulletin later that she hated to move into a rental property because of a problem the city couldn’t fix and then move again. But staying in the home isn’t a solution either, she said. Council eventually passed on a directive to manager Joey Davis and attorney Bailey Nager to determine what the costs and legalities would be of relocating Whitmire to an existing or new structure. In the meantime, as Tryon attempts to determine its next move Whitmire continues to live in her home where on Wednesday, May 22, as another steady rain moved through the area, she said she was worried to even use the restroom.

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a permanent person. Harmon said there are a lot (continued from page 1) of people coming out of colSlater said he and farmland lege with agriculture degrees preservation board chair Doug and he is looking at a couple Harmon disagree on whether of months to fill the position. “I’d be in favor of the inor not to hire an interim diterim,” Harmon said. rector. He also said he would let “I understand there is an interest in appointing an in- the farmland preservation terim ag econ director,” Slater board make the decision on said. “I don’t think that is who is hired. Commissioner Ted Owens necessary.” Slater said the position is said he thinks the county not a position critical to the should go ahead and advertise health and safety of county for a permanent position to citizens and it is important live up to the board’s commitment to to advertise e p l a c e broadly for “Your stated commitment rSprague and the best canin the meandidate for the at the May 6 meeting is time have an job. taken at its word. The interim. The posiThe motion tion, he said, need for a permanent is a $50,000 director is more apparent approved was to advertise position with- than the use of an for an interim in a $145,000 interim director.” at this time budget. -- Dave Slater and direct Pit“There is tman to work no need to get with Harmon in a hurry to spend our money,” said Slater. and others involved in agriHe also said the market culture. The county held a workshop development work of farmers typically takes place in the with the soil and water district fall, winter and spring at the and farmland preservation board on May 6 to discuss the latest. “Your stated commitment future of agriculture in Polk at the May 6 meeting is taken County. The meeting drew at its word,” Slater said. “The more than 100 residents with need for a permanent director 13 speakers who urged comis more apparent than the use missioners to replace Sprague. Sprague was the county’s of an interim director.” Interim county manager first agricultural economic Marche Pittman said after the development director and has May 6 meeting held at the been credited with creating ag center with the farmland an agriculture momentum in preservation board and the Polk County that has become soil and water district, he re- a model throughout the state. Commissioners at that alized the importance of the position as well as a need now meeting said they would reto help oversee the department place the position and have moved forward with conthrough the short-term. Harmon said he thinks tinuing to budget for the an interim would allow the department in the upcomcounty to do a thorough search ing 2013-2014 budget. The for a permanent director and county currently is proposing allow the county to take its for the agriculture economic development department to time in doing so. Commissioner Ray Gasper- be budgeted at $144,258 total, son asked how long Harmon with $51,788 for the director’s thought it would take to find salary.

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Polk County district court results from May 15 cases In Polk County District Court held Wednesday, May 15 with Judge Emily G. Cowan presiding, 164 cases were heard. Some cases were continued, dismissed or sent to superior court. The following persons were convicted of a crime: Christopher Eugene Black was convicted of speeding 74 mph in a 65 mph zone. Black was fined $30 and court costs. Jerry Allen Bradshaw was convicted of open container after consumption of alcohol first. Bradshaw was fined $25 and court costs. Bobby Lee Fisher was convicted of possession of methamphetamine. Fisher was sentenced to two years supervised probation, 48 hours of community service and court costs. William Scott Harris was convicted of simple posses-

sion of schedule IV controlled revoked and possession of substance and misdemeanor drug paraphernalia. Littlejohn larceny. Harris was sentenced was sentenced to 60 days in to 18 months unsupervised jail. probation, 24 hours of comMichael A. Marciano was munity service and court costs convicted of speeding 74 mph for possession of a schedule in a 65 mph zone. Marciano IV controlled substance and was fined $30 and court costs. 18 months unsupervised proAlfonso Nunez Jr. was conbation and court costs for victed of level 1 driving while misdemeanor impaired. larceny. Nunez was Court results Jennifer sentenced to Yevon Hellams 24 months in was convicted of speeding 90 jail. mph in a 65 mph zone. Hellams Alfonso Nunez Jr. was conwas fined $90 and court costs. victed of attempt to possess Kerry Chip Killowitz was firearm by a felon. Nunez was convicted of speeding 70 mph sentenced to two years superin a 65 mph zone. Killowitz vised probation, 48 hours of was fined $20 and court costs. community service and court Darlene Marie Kuhl was costs. convicted of probation violaCarlos Eduardo Rocha was tion. Kuhl was sentenced to 90 convicted of contributing to the days in jail. delinquency of a minor. Rocha Randy Littlejohn was conwas sentenced to 45 days in victed of driving while license jail with credit for time served.

Marlon Shane Ruff was convicted of misdemeanor larceny and possession of stolen goods/ property. Ruff was sentenced to 20 days in jail with credit for time served. Ofelio Santibanez was convicted of two counts of operating a vehicle with impaired equipment. Santibanez was fined $40 and court costs for each count. Ashley Kris Whiteside was convicted of two counts of failure to secure child seat. Whiteside was sentenced to 21 days in jail with credit for time served. Stephen Lee Young was convicted of felony possession of cocaine, driving while license revoked and speeding 95 mph in a 65 mph zone. Young was sentenced to two years supervised probation, 48 hours of community service and court costs.

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Letter to the Editor

We deserve better

To the editor: The Polk County commissioners turned down a request by Foothills Humane Society’s Executive Director Selena Coffey for an annual increase of a mere $14,580 to help with the added medical bills for animals at the shelter. Currently, Polk County pays $97,200 to FHS for their annual contract for the intake of stray and abandoned animals, both from Polk County residents and the county’s animal control officer. In return, FHS provides necessary medical exams, basic vaccinations and medical testing upon initial intake of the animals, and then holds the animals for the state mandated three-day hold period. Their vet bills have increased, but so has their live release rate. FHS has come a long way, and for the past several years has had a live release rate better than most nokill shelters in the country. They have been praised and held up as a role model by several national organizations for their excellent work and for saving the lives of the vast majority of animals who come into the shelter. The FHS’Board of Directors, executive director, staff and volunteers take great pride in their work and truly care about the animals. They think outside the box to find ways to help people and their pets. They have been the driving force behind making our community a humane one, of which we can all be proud. So why aren’t the commissioners saying “Thank you” for making Polk County shine in the national spotlight?

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Thank you for saving so many animals, and helping so many people? Thank you for providing free food and low-cost health care for the pets in our community? Thank you for getting so many pets wonderful new homes, and giving so many folks in our community the opportunity to keep their pets during these tough economic times? Thank you for working tirelessly to return lost animals to their frantic owners? Thank you for their kindness to injured, abandoned and abused animals? Thank you for giving the animals special training, attention, and chance after chance – until they are ready for their new homes? Thank you for saving the taxpayers’ money as well as the lives of so many pets? Why aren’t they saying thank you, and recognizing the many positive services Polk County receives from FHS? The commissioners don’t mind spending almost $26,000 for a new SUV for the interim county manager, but when it comes to a valid and scrupulously documented request that benefits the majority of the voters in our community – not to mention the animals – why can’t you stand up, applaud, and give the shelter the less than $15,000 increase that it requires to give these animals, our pets, the care that they need and deserve? Shame on you, commissioners. The FHS shelter, the animals and the Polk County taxpayers all deserve better. – Emmy Summers, Tryon

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Tryon Arts and Crafts School shoebox fundraiser The items are just a few of the pieces up for sale in the Tryon Arts and Crafts School Shoebox Fundraiser. These items and others will sell for $25 each unless bid higher and will be on view at the Tryon Arts and Crafts School from May 28 through May 31. The final sell off will take place during the reception on Friday night, May 31 from 6-8 p.m. Artists include, left to right, Bob Neely, Walt Myers; Claire Carey and Diana Jackson. (photos submitted by Christine Mariotti)

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GARAGE SALES SITTING SERVICE Multi Family Yard Sale Want to go on vacation Sat. May 25. 8am - until & not worry about your Hwy 176 Landrum across furry friends? I will farm from Dill’s Tire. House sit while you are away. hold goods, toys, name 864-266-8964 or www.not brand clothing, and much myfarm. weebly.com “It’s not my farm, but I will treat more! it like it is." Rent a table ($10) community-wide yard EALTH sale ELLNESS Saturday, June 1, 8-1 Tryon United Methodist Make PRO your FIRST Church CHOICE PRO Physical Tables limited--call early. Therapy Health & Fitness (church office: 859-9218; (828) 894-0277 Carole McEntire: www.PRO4PT.com 699-8158) before May 31. Natural Foods Quality Vitamins & Herbs The Old Chicken House Massage Therapy Come to indoor yard sale Natures Storehouse Uniques, Collectables, 828.859.6356 Antiques, Saturday May 25th 9 AM - ? From Main LEANING St cross RR Tracks onto Greenville St. 1 mile on ERVICES left Saluda NC

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Yard Sale Sat. 8am- 195 Skyuka Mtn. Rd. Kids stuff, clothes, household items.

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Giant Annual Yard Sale at Tryon Arts & Crafts, Sat. May 25, 8 am to 3 pm, 373 Harmon Field Road In Tryon. Woodworking & DON’T WAIT! other craft tools, furniture, Call TODAY & quilting supplies, house828.859.9151 ET ARE hold items, gifts, garden tools, art & craft supplies, baskets & much more. Pet boarding, grooming Don’t miss this one. ERVICES and daycare. Large suites, Moving Sale Friday & Sat- playgrounds, vet on call, friendly staff. Hideaway urday May 24 & 25 8AM Compassion and caring Hills 828-685-9500 ? 25 Phillip St. Holly Hills Certified Nursing Assistant Sub. Want to move and to baby-sit children or eldsacrifice hh items. Epoch erly family members. 828 Pattern 12 Place setting 817 1971. plus accessories, Salon RTS RAFTS PROFESSIONAL sink, chair and cart plus PRESSURE WASH much more! Bead Knitting Class We wash homes, decks, Multi Family Yard Sale Kniticality in Saluda. roofs, exterior/interior of Sat. May 25 9am to 1 pm Seating is gutters, etc. Also seal or 158 Silver Creek Rd, limited. Reserve yours stain wood. Exc ref. Millsprings. Tools now! Call 828-749-3640 Free Estimates. & misc. items. Call 828-894-3701.

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James Tool Machine & Engineering, Inc. 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.

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HELP WANTED - MEDICAL / DENTAL Hospice of the Carolina Foothills has the following openings: -FT Weekend Adm Nurse -FT Weekend On-Call Nurse -PT Chaplain -PT Cashier (Thrift Barn) -PRN RN and PRN CNA (Home Care) To apply, please visit our website at: www.hocf.org EOE

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HOUSES FOR RENT HOUSE FOR RENT TRYON 2BDRM/ 2.5BA, 2 decks with mountian views. In town, quiet street, $850/mo plus utilities & security deposit. Call Wim Woody, Broker 828 817-4443

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Aqua Patio 18' Pontoon For Sale: apartment size 9.8 HP Mercury Outstove $125. Rainbow board; electric start, sun vacuum cleaner with all top on Lake Lanier attachments $300. 5 $2150.00. Kept in boatpiece set of kitchen cabi house. Cutest pontoon on nets, floor level, cream the lake! 864-457-5403 color with walnut color trim $100. 14K yellow gold ring: center diamond ANTED O 5.7mm, four 2mm and ten UY EHICLES 1.8mm round diamonds. Total diamond weight 1.12 WE BUY carats. Appraisal papers Cheap running cars and $8000. Sell for $3500. junk cars. Up to $1000.00. Have pictures to send on Come to your location. all items. FAST SERVICE. Call 828-817-1450.

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LEGALS LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF POLK Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Isaac A. Speights, Jr., Deceased, lately of the County of Polk, State of North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of Isaac A. Speights, Jr. to present them to the undersigned Executor representing the Estate.

LEGALS This the 4th day of May, 2013. Paul Hamilton Speights, Sr. Executor of the Estate 2431 Pristine View Road Charleston, SC 29414 Coiner, Harrelson & Shelton, P.A. Edward L. Harrelson Attorney for the Estate 136 S. King Street, Suite F Hendersonville, NC 28792 (828) 698-2345 Tryon Daily Bulletin May 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2013 EST/SPEIGHTS, I.A. LEGAL NOTICE Creditor's Notice Having qualified on the 23rd day of April, 2013, as Personal Representative of the Estate of Jeanne Parkhurst Byrd, deceased, late of Polk County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Personal Representative on or before the 3rd day of August, 2013, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the Estate should make immediate payment. This the 3rd day of May, 2013. Jeffrey Alan Byrd, Personal Representative Jeanne Parkhurst Byrd Estate 11 Freeman Hill Court Tryon, NC 28782 R. Anderson Haynes Attorney At Law P.O. Box 100 Tryon, NC 28782

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Landrum High School juniors launch Rite Care 5k May 25 Sarah Cash and Morgan McLellan, both juniors at Landrum High School (LHS), were at a loss back in the fall of 2012 trying to come up with a good idea for their National Honor Society project. Having been selected to be a part of the National Honor Society at LHS, the girls are required to complete 15 hours of volunteer time on an individual project. They wanted to choose something special. That is when the idea of helping to organize a 5k and 1 mile run/walk was presented to them. Considering that both of the girls are members of the 2012 2A state champion Cross Country team, this idea was the perfect match. This Saturday, May 25, the first annual Rite Care 5k and 1-mile charity run will be held at Landrum High School. All of the proceeds of the event

will go to the Rite Care Centers for Childhood Speech and Language Disorders in South Carolina. The Rite Care Foundation operates three centers in the state, in Greenville, Columbia and Charleston. The focus of the centers are to provide speech and language treatment for preschool children to help prepare them for school. Treatment is provided to the families at no charge. Come out and support these young ladies and this wonderful charity. Runners and walkers are invited to participate in either the 5K or 1-mile events. Register online thru midnight Friday, May 24 at www.active.com (search Rite Care 5K) or register the day of the race at the Landrum High School football field. Commemorative T-shirts go to the first 200 entries and prizes will be awarded to overall winners

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– article submitted by Kelley Cash

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Peniel Extension Associates held first annual yard sale to benefit local organizations When the Polk County 4H barbecues are held each year, Peniel Extension Associates – one of the three clubs underneath Polk County Extension Associates - join in and contribute with a bake sale. Peniel Extension Associates has been holding these biannual bake sales during the 4H barbecue for at least 30 years. This year, they decided to try something 3 cols. X 8” different. After losing a longtime fellow member – and baker – the remaining seven members of the Peniel Extension started throwing around the idea that instead of a bake sale this year, they could do a yard sale. Their previous bake sales had been held at the 4H club’s Extension building in Columbus during the barbecues, usually outdoors, but the members were often bothered by bees. Members had to get approval from the 4H club to do an indoor yard sale in the building (where neither rain nor bees could interfere) instead, which they were able to do. The Peniel Extension Associates had their first Annual Yard sale on Saturday, May 18 at the extension building in Columbus. All proceeds from this event will be divided between nine organizations in Columbus: Hospice of the

Carolina Foothills, Steps To Hope, Polk County 4H, Thermal Belt Outreach Ministry, The Meeting Place, Foothills Humane Society, Polk Vocational Services, Polk County Rescue and Collins Dental Center. This year’s yard sale was considerably more successful than the

biannual bake sales are normally. All items that were sold at the yard sale were contributed by Peniel Extension members and local citizens, including some items that were left over from the sale recently held for Lennie’s Kid’s. Ironically, many items that did not sale at the Peniel Extension

Associates Yard Sale were handed over to be sold at future Lennie’s Kid’s sales. All other items that did not sale were donated to Second Chance Thrift Store in Columbus - information submitted by Sandy Bodi and Susan Mathers

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Polk volleyball camp June 11 Read more online at www.tryondailybulletin.com 1605 Asheville Highway, Hendersonville, NC 28791

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Coaches Heather and Craig Claussen will host the 2013 Polk County Volleyball Camp June 1113 at Polk County High School. Boys and girls who will be in grades fourth-ninth for the fall of 2013 are invited to participate. Sessions will be held from 3:305:30 p.m. for fourth-sixth graders and from 6-8 p.m. for seventhninth grade students. A discount will be given to anyone registering before June 1. Coach Heather Claussen is the head varsity volleyball coach at Polk County High School. Coach Claussen was an NCCAA First Team All-American setter at Mid America Nazarene University and was a three year captain on her team. She also received NAIA All-Region and Scholar-Athlete Recognition. Since being at Polk, Coach Claussen has received WHC Coach of the Year in 2008, 2010, 2011 and 2012, as well as Times-News All-Area Coach of the year in 2011. Coach Craig Claussen “MC” is in his fouth year as the assistant

varsity coach at Polk County High School. “MC” ran track and cross country at Denison University. He plays an active role in the strength and conditioning of PCHS players, as well as the scouting of opponents. For the past five years Polk County volleyball has been WHC champions or co-champions. They have also continued to show their name around the state winning district and sectional championships. This past year, 2012 was another successful year for the the Lady Wolverines finishing as one of the top four teams in the state during the semi-final match. The Wolverines are taught diligence and the pursuit of perfect technique in all areas of their game. Coach Claussen and MC work together to ensure their athletes receive the best volleyball training possible. For more informaiton, contact Heather Claussen at 828-8942525 ext.402 or hclaussen@polkschools.org. – article submitted

God’s BIG Backyard event June 1 The public is invited to God’s BIG Backyard, an event that will take place on Monday, June 1 at 5:30 p.m. at BrookWood Park in Landrum. There will be free food, games, prizes and many fun

activities for children. For further information, contact Rev. James Chauncey Hill at 828-748-5936 or email chaunceyhll@yahoo. com - article submitted

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Sharks attack at Kyoto May 25 The Sharkadelics will play at Kyoto Steak House in Tryon, on Friday, May 24 at 8 p.m. Combining multiple influences and styles, The Sharkadelics have become the hottest drawing rock club act in the region. Over the years the band has performed for hundreds of thou-

sands all over the world individually and collectively. The band is nationally sponsored by Jagermeister. There will be a small cover charge. For more information visit www.kyototryon.com. – article submitted by Mike Southern

Ladies Aux., Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post Number 9116 Memorial weekend events Saturday, May 25 at 5 p.m., Polk County Memorial VFW Post Number 9116 and the Ladies Auxiliary will put flags on all of the veterans’ graves at Polk Memorial Cemetery in Columbus. The public is invited to help or to show members of the VFW Post and Ladies Auxiliary where a flag should be placed – if anyone knows of a grave that is not marked as a veteran. Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post Number 9116 and the Ladies Auxiliary will also hold a memorial service at Polk County Memorial Cemetery at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 27. The public is invited to join. - article submitted by Commander H. Scott Camp

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Rosebud, the Lives of Orson Welles to benefit TLT Scholarship Fund Actor John Calure, directed by Lavin Cuddihee, will take on the persona of Hollywood legend Orson Welles when he presents Rosebud, the Lives of Orson Welles on June 1 and 2 at historic Sunnydale in Tryon. A two-act play by Mark Jenkin chronicles the “roller-coaster” life of Welles from the 1940s and 1950s. Calure, as Welles, takes us on an autobiographical journey of the man who became famous after one of his radio broadcasts War of the Worlds panicked thousands of people in 1938. This theatrical journey follows the well known actor and director from his prep school days in Woodstock, IL to acting on radio in New York in the late 1930s, to Hollywood and some of the films for which he is most famous- most notably films like Citizen Kane and The Third Man. “This script is quite wonderful, (Continued on page 23)

John Calure portrays Orson Welles in TLT fundraiser production of Rosebud, the Lives of Orson Welles at Sunnydale June 1 at 7:30 p.m. and June 2 at 3p.m. (photo submitted)

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Pratt holds singing at La Bouteille Tryon resident Adrian Pratt, writing under the name James Hargreaves, will sign copies of his first novel Friday, May 24, at La Bouteille. Book and wine lovers alike are invited to come to 10 N. Trade St. at 7 p.m. to enjoy a glass of wine and pick up a copy of “Overlords of K Street.” Pratt was born in Glasgow, Scotland, but moved to the states to study journalism at the University of Georgia. After Athens he began a long career in newspapers that took him to Georgia, Florida, South Dakota and Pennsylvania. “This book marries my love of journalism, America, travel and politics. It took me three years to write,” Pratt said. Book synopsis: All Joel Wilson had ever wanted was to be a newspaperman. And after years of struggling in various small-town Minnesota papers, he’d made it all the way to the New York Herald. But after years of budget and staff cuts and nothing but a depressing future on the horizon for the newspaper business, Wilson had taken a buyout. He’d moved to Costa Rica looking for a new life. A little seaside town, a Costa Rican girlfriend, and a relaxed, incon-

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not an easy walk-in-the-park, but a real gem,” director Lavin Cuddihee said. “The author has masterfully woven scenes from some of Orson’s films with bits and pieces from various works of Shakespeare, who was the playwright who guided Welles’ spirit from his earliest years, to personal thoughts that sound like they could have been written by Welles himself.” “Doing a one-man show has always been a dream, it’s certainly on my bucket list of things to do,” Calure said. “I just never thought I’d pick a script that so accurately portrays the life of a very complicated

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sequential existence had given life a sweeter smell. Soon the world he’d once covered for the Herald, the world of political corruption and power-mongering, came calling in the form of an old friend with awful news: His ex-wife, a U.S. attorney, has gone missing. The police, thinking her dead, have all but called off their inquiries. Joel and his old newspaper friends do not give up so easily. Their search uncovers a web of corruption that leads from a plot of land in St. Augustine, Fla., all the way to the hallowed halls of Washington, D.C. – information submitted by Amy Pratt

but loveable character. It’s definitely the biggest role challenge I’ve had in 50 years of community theater. I am honored to be presenting it to benefit the Sue Hipps Memorial Scholarship Fund.” The play will take place on Saturday, June 1 at 7:30 p.m. and Sun. June 2 at 3 p.m. at Sunnydale on South Trade Street in Tryon (between the IGA and The Dollar General.) Proceeds from ticket prices go to the scholarship fund. Price includes light hors d’oeuvres and beverage. Tickets can be purchased at TLT Workshop by calling 828-859-2466 or at the Book Shelf in Tryon. – article submitted by Jody McPherson

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The week before the story of a vehicle and emerged with a bromy dear friend Soldiers’ adoption ken hip. Though in pain, Gizmo I told the tale of Ernest. Ernest remained loving and happy and had some old deep injuries that became one of the main reasons needed a specialist. Lennie’s fund Lennie’s fund began. Today Gizpaid the fees and with the help of mo resides with my good friends a bunch of wonderful people, Er- Sue and Richard Wallahora and nest is on the mend and in a new I get to see him now and then, but not as often forever home. as I’d like. He’s I would love Humane Society a big fella now for each case to Special Cases and he’s right as be completed rain except for a Leonard Rizzo before a new little hitch in his one arrives, but we all know that will never be. As step he’ll display now and then. a result many animals are cared Gizmo often crosses my mind for and their stories go untold, but and when I visit, he’ll always that’s okay. Their owners know have a little sugar (kisses) for and my kids never forget Uncle Uncle Lennie. About a month ago, another Lennie. With the amount of cases I’ve had and the depth of the fees special case was brought to my since the beginning of this year, attention; little Hadley. Hadley I am amazed that my funds are is a 3-month-old Boxer-Pit mix, still functioning. I related to the a lovely dark brindle. When I first learned of HadKiwanis’ Club last week how amazing this community is, for ley’s circumstance my heart sank it seems each week my kids and in frustration, and I thought to I experience the miracle of the myself, “doesn’t this ever stop?” Hadley was found on the side of “Loaves and Fishes.” Dealing with as many animals the road either tossed from or hit as I have over the years, it is by a vehicle causing the ball joint inevitable that some cases will on her hip to split. When I came remind me of another, especially up to her cage she was lying on if it was a major case. One of my her side but her face had a look very first tales nearly six years of joy, for someone was paying ago was about Gizmo, a sweet her attention as her tail thumped brindle pup only a few months (Continued on page 25) old. Gizmo had been tossed from

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Jackson discusses hitchhiking with Kiwanians

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Jim Jackson, who recently joined the Kiwanis Club of Tryon, regaled Kiwanians with tales of his adventure hitchhiking from here in Tryon to near Seattle, Wash. as a young adult. Jackson said it was one of the best experiences of his life as he met such diverse people along the way. (photo submitted by Boyd Correll)

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with excitement. I opened her cage door and held her little head in my hands as I kissed her. “Sweet little Hadley, you remind me of a dear old friend, and I’m going to see to it that we make your body as beautiful and whole as your precious heart.” Hadley’s operation was paid for by Lennie’s fund. She is now back at Foothills Humane Society recuperating, and her tail is still thumping. I went to visit her a few days ago to check on her progress, and as I approached her she spoke, “Hi Uncle Lennie, I’m feeling a lot better.” “Good for you girl, the people

here will give you the best of care til you get a forever home.” “I had a dream Uncle Lennie, and in it two Boxer friends named Monty and Allie told me about you and Gizmo.” “They did, did they?” I said chuckling. “Yes,” she replied, “and when I’m in my forever home I promise I’ll be just as good a dog as Gizmo.” I wish all my supporters to know that when I say, “Lennie’s fund helped an animal,” that means you. I hope to see many of you at my gala come Sunday; there is lots more work to do. God bless and thanks for listening.

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Using herbal supplements safely Dear Savvy Senior, Are herbal supplements safe for seniors who are taking other prescription medications? I have a friend who swears by them, but I want to be sure before I take anything new. ~ Cautious Carol Dear Carol, Herbal supplements have become increasingly popular in recent years as millions of Americans are looking for natural and more affordable ways to improve their health. But, it’s important to know that many herbs can also cause side effects and can interact with prescription medications, especially if you have hypertension, diabetes, kidney disease or liver problems. While the Food and Drug Administration does regulate herbal supplements, they don’t get the same scientific scrutiny that medications do. Herbal supplement manufacturers do not have to get FDA approval, and they don’t have to prove a product’s safety and effectiveness before it’s marketed. So, before you start taking any new supplement, no matter how natural or harmless it may seem, you need to talk to your doctor or pharmacist to make sure it’s safe for you. In the meantime, here are a few popular herbs you should know about that can cause problems when taken with certain medications.

with cardiac, diabetes and blood pressure meds. Garlic: Marketed as a pill, capsule or powder to lower blood pressure and cholesterol, garlic acts as a blood thinner. So, if you’re taking an anticoagulant, use with caution because garlic can make your blood too thin increasing the risk of excessive bleeding. Ginkgo: Taken to help boost memory and prevent dementia, as well as treat a variety of other ailments, this popular supplement can also raise your risk of bleeding when combined with blood thinning medications. It can also counteract the blood pressure lowering effect of thiazide diuretic drugs and can interfere with anti-seizure medications and insulin used to treat diabetes. Ginseng: Taken primarily to improve overall health and boost the immune system, this herb can reduce concentrations of the anticoagulant drug warfarin and can interact with some antidepressant medications too. People with diabetes should also use extra caution with ginseng if they are taking medicine to lower blood sugar. Kava: Promoted as a treatment to curb anxiety and stress, kava has been reported to cause liver damage, including hepatitis and liver failure. It can also interfere with antipsychotic and Parkinson’s medications, can thin the blood and should not be taken with anticoagulants, and can cause drowsiness so it should not be taken in combination with any sedatives. Licorice Root: Taken for ulcers, bronchitis and sore throat, licorice root can cause high blood pressure and salt and water retention, raising the risk of heart problems. It can also thin the blood and should not be used with blood thinning drugs. St. John’s Wort: Marketed

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Aloe Vera: Used on your skin, aloe vera is perfectly safe. But taken orally as a laxative, it may interact with blood sugarlowering medicines used to treat diabetes. Ginger: A gram or so of powdered ginger can help ease nausea, but it can also interfere with anticoagulant (blood thinning) medications like warfarin and even aspirin. And, if taken in large quantities could interfere

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Chelsea Regoni hosts reading at Hub City Bookstore May 28 Chelsea Fox Regoni of Landrum, and recent winner of the Scholastic Young Arts Gold Medal Award has been invited to present a reading of a select portion of her literary collection at the Hub City Bookstore ,186 W. Main St., Spartanburg on Tuesday, May 28 from 6-7 p.m. Regoni, who just completed her junior year as one of only 12 creative writers at the SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, is also the three-time overall student winner of the Sidney Lanier Poetry Competition 2011-2013 for which she swept all five poetry prizes including the top prize. Regoni has been honored with several academic and community awards such as 2013 Palmetto Girls State, SC Rural Electric Cooperatives Youth Leadership Washington, D.C. Tour, Girl Scouts Gold Award, Featured Guest Speaker at the 2013 Women of Distinction Program and many others. Regoni has also received guidance from many respected contemporary writers and programs such as the Converse College Young Writers Scholars Program and Hub City Master Workshops.

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as an aid to treat depression, Saint John’s wort can reduce the effectiveness of a number of prescription medications including anticoagulants, antidepressants, seizure-control drugs and certain cancer drugs. Zinc: Taken as a defense against colds, excess zinc can cause nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach cramps, diarrhea and headaches. It can also interact with a variety of prescription drugs, including antibiotics and hypertension meds.

Chelsea Regoni

Regoni’s Scholastic Gold Medal was awarded to only one percent of the over ¼ million international and national student creative writing submissions as judged by luminaries of the prestigious Scholastic Young Arts for “having exceptional creativity, voice and craft in the most outstanding works in the nation.” The awards ceremony will be held and broadcast live May 31 from Carnegie Hall, NYC with all day streaming at Times Square. Join Regoni and friends on May 28 at Hub City Bookstore for a special reading. – article submitted Deena Regoni Brasser To get more information on the safety, side effects and effectiveness of these and many other herbal remedies, visit the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center site on herbs, botanicals and supplements at mskcc-herbs. org, and see the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine “Herbs at a Glance” webpage at nccam.nih. gov/health/herbsataglance.htm. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, Okla. 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

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Vendors invited to participate in free community health fair St. Luke’s Hospital and Polk Fit, Fresh and Friendly will again host Spring into a Healthy Summer Saturday, June 1, with a day full of health related activities. The free community health and information fair will be held at Stearns Park in Columbus from 9 a.m. – noon. There will be health information screenings, a bounce house, healthy snacks, a dental puppet show, a blood drive, ambulance, smokehouse and bookmobile tours. But we need you! Agencies and services are invited to exhibit by calling 828894-2408. This free health and information fair will help our community gain valuable information and have a better understanding of what healthcare and other services are available in our community. - article submitted by Jennifer Wilson

Vendors provide health and wellness information to community members. (photo submitted by Jennifer Wilson)

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Isothermal Community College interviews two New Century Scholars New Century Scholars is a program that selects three seventh graders annually and pledges to mentor them through high school graduation. If a scholar has maintained good school attendance, grades and citizenship, remained drug and alcohol-free, and performed volunteer service hours, the program guarantees him or her a tuition-free two-year education at Isothermal Community College. Here are sisters who both participate in the New Century Scholars Program at Polk County High School: Desiree and Michaela Villecco; Desiree is a junior and Michaela is a freshman. Q. Desiree, tell us about your hobbies and how you spend your time. A. I am in the marching band and I love it. I spend my time studying and being with friends. Q. What does it mean to you to be a New Century Scholar? A. It means I have made something of my good grades. Q. What are your plans for the future? A. I plan to teach kindergarten and open my own daycare. Q. Have you always wanted to attend college? If so, why? A. Yes. I think you have to attend so that you can become successful in your career. Q. What are some of the volunteer activities in which you participate?

A. I foster animals and play in the band for school activities. Q. Michaela, tell us about your hobbies and how you spend your time. A. I like to listen to music and spend time with my friends. I also spend time studying. Q. What does it mean to you to be a New Century Scholar? A. To be a New Century Scholar to me means to show leadership. Q. What are your plans for the future? A. I am now thinking about going to FBI college. Q. Have you always wanted to attend college? If yes, why? A. I have always wanted to attend college. I think my future will have a better outcome if I attend college. Q. What are some of the volunteer activities in which you participate? A. I foster animals and attend activities with my band. The New Century Scholar Coordinator at Polk County High School is school counselor Katy Montgomery. As the liaison between the NCS students and their mentors, Montgomery makes sure the students are completing their hours and honoring the terms of the NCS program. She also coordinates meeting times between the students and mentors, and she updates mentors on their mentees’ progress.

Desiree, left, and Michaela Villecco, right.

Isothermal Community College (Polk Campus) Foundation New Century Scholars would you like to be part of a county-wide effort to guarantee selected students the mentoring and financial assistance they need so they can attend Isothermal Community College and be successful there?

The Polk County ICC Foundation invites you to support its New Century Scholarship Fund. Contributions may be made to the Polk County Campus ICC Foundation, Inc. and mailed to 155 Mills Street, Columbus, NC 28722. - article submitted by Judy Lair

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2013 Polk County High track award winners, front left to right: Lacee Keller, Shea Wheeler, Charlie Bullock, Savannah Robbins and Jacob Wolfe; back (left to right): Kevin Angier, Jacob Collins, Matthew Darden, Sean Doyle and Morgan Pratt. (photo submitted by Jenny wolfe)

Polk County High School gives out track awards Polk County High School hosted its annual track sports banquet Monday, May 20 at the Harmon Field cabin. PCHS celebrated a Western Highlands Conference Championship for the men’s team and recognized the NCHSAA State Championship participation of its 4x800 Meter Relay team. Polk’s relay team (Sean Doyle, Eli Hall,

Jacob Wolfe and Jacob Collins) placed 11th in the state with an 8:45 performance. Polk presented awards to the following Wolverine athletes: Most Valuable Running Matthew Darden and Mason Umlauf Most Valuable Field Events - Morgan Pratt Most Improved Running -

Sean Doyle and Jacob Collins Most Improved Field Events - Kevin Angier Coaches Award - Jacob Wolfe and Andrew Suber-Brown Polk celebrated the runner - up performance of the women’s team in the Western Highlands Conference Championships. Awards were presented to the following Lady Wolverines:

Most Valuable Running Shea Wheeler Most Valuable Field Events - Charlie Bullock Most Improved Running Mary Shannon Eargle Most Improved Field Events - Savannah Robbins Coaches Award - Lacee Keller - article submitted by Jenny Wolfe

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Whiteside signs with Southern Wesleyan Landrum point guard Truston Whiteside earlier this spring signed to play basketball at Southern Wesleyan University. Cassandra Whiteside, said LHS players and coaches not only had a great season but have passed on their knowledge to the younger generations. “The coaching staff teaches these guys to show great spor tsmanship on and off the court,” Cassandra added. “Landrum High School varsity boys are more than ball players, they are examples of winners both on and off the court.” She said they offered their time as rec ball coaches on the weekends, practicing with the younger boys teaching them the skills they will need to become great ball players later in life. They have also spent time reading to and with young boys and girls in the elementary school, she said.

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LHS’ Chris Schulman signs with Georgia Highlands Sports by Samantha Hurst

Chris Schulman signed Tuesday, May 21 to play basketball for Georgia Highlands College in Rome, Ga. Schulman said a visit to the school let him know he was going in the right direction. “It’s small – I’ll be able to focus a lot more and achieve more in terms of basketball and my education,” Schulman said. “The staff there is very serious about education and helping their students.” Schulman didn’t start playing ball until he was 14 years old but this 6’1” senior averaged 14.1 points per game. Coach Lyn Smith said Schulman is well skilled at his position. “He’s got a lot to learn on the defensive side but I think once he gets in there and continues to work at it, he’ll be a very good player,” (Continued on page 33)

Family and school staff watch as Chris Schulman signs to play basketball for Georgia Highlands College. Pictured with Schulman are his parents, Paul and Melanie; LHS Athletic Director John Cann; brother, Ryan Schulman; sister, Lexy Schulman; and Coach Lyn Smith. For pictures from all three of Landrum’s basketball players’ signings, visit www.tryondailybulletin.com and look under “photos.” (photo by Samantha Hurst)

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Area runners lead PAC 5k race PAC 5k Run results from May 4: 1 Butler, Blake Landrum 26:50.13 2 Dockendorf, Ella Unknown 27:19.91 3 Geddings, Lori Tryon 27:31.00 4 Manning, Thomas Boiling Springs 30:20.82 5 Dockendorf, Ava Unknown 31:44.58 6 Bowers, Heather Campobello 31:57.65 7 Butler, Byron Landrum 32:06.87 8 Dessoffx, Yvonne Tryon 32:15.15 9 Alley, Erin Columbus 32:28.81 10 Dockendorf, Audrey Unknown 34:27.06 11 Morgan, Wade Unknown 35:23.82 12 McCall, Mark Tryon 36:12.59 13 Boothe, Maria Lynn 37:22.34 14 Bowers, Daniel Campobello 40:30.83 15 Payne, Kristi Greenville 46:40.89 16 Gordon, Katheryn Knoxville 46:53.95 17 Grella, Elaine Arden 47:58.04 18 Schlegel, Don Columbus 49:45.70 19 Cox, Ellie Columbus 54:28.36 20 Miller, Latisha Landrum 54:35.80 – results submitted by Mary Walter

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Smith said. Schulman said the school told him they were looking for a scorer so he hopes to be that and a good role model for his fellow teammates. Mom, Melanie Schulman, said Chris has worked hard to realize this achievement. “The goal for the past three years was to get him into college and pos-

sibly playing ball, so it’s great to see him succeed,” she said. “We’re very excited to watch him play at the college level.” Smith said it was exciting for him to see his third player of the year sign to play college ball – Daniel Bridges signed to play with USC Upstate, while Truston Whiteside signed to Southern Wesleyan. “They worked their tails off so getting to see them play at the next level is great for me,” he said.

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Green Creek High School’s 10th grade class in 1951 included: seated, left to right, Janice Horne and Carrol Fagan; first row, Emogene Johnson, Barbara Jean Smith, Joan Scoggin, Mary Jo Owens, Billie Dove Whiteside, Dorothy Ann Long, Barbara Champion, Jenetta Johnson and Carolyn Fagan; second row, Fred Eaton, Jerry Searcy, Billy K. Fagan, Ray McEntire, Dean Blackwell, Jerry Horne, Johnny Greene and Dean Kesterson; third row, Mr. H. D. McEntire, teacher, Robert Lewis Wilkins, Calvin Owens, Norman Skipper and James Whiteside.

Excitement for dear friends abounds We are extremely proud of story. Erik Olsen’s documentary about Mr. Linder, The Shoe our friend, Henry Linder! Cobbler, was Congratuaired on CNN, lations are The View and later won in order to From this 93-yearSandy Plains C o m m u n i t y Choice award old who now Opal Sauve in CNN’s third has friends 828-863-2437 annual iRethroughout the port Awards. entire country. This kind and gentle man, who Mr. Linder has been featured lives in Landrum, has spent his in countless local newspaper entire life in service to others stories, and his lifetime of in our area, and now he is a work in Tryon and Landrum shining example to millions has endeared this humble man of viewers who have heard his to all who met him.

One viewer wrote, ”This (documentary) was a wonderful look of what America can be at its best. We need more Mr. Linders in our society.” Mr. Linder has been a dear friend of our family for years, and I agree that he truly represents the America that we used to know and love. Our Happy Birthday wishes go out to another very special person, Leila Barnes, who was 99 years old on May 19. I am (Continued on page 35)

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so envious of this remarkable lady who has the strength, stamina and memory of a person half her age! Happy birthday too, to Dorothy Greenway, Arnold Gee, Edith Rodgers, Julie Horne, Gwen Sain, Marche Pittman, and the son and beautiful granddaughter of Henry Linder, Chris and Leah Linder. Among those celebrating wedding anniversaries are Jerry and Lynn Waddell, Bruce and Judy Edwards, and Johnny and Jody Shytle. Congratulations to all of you! Recently, I was surprised, almost startled, to read an article in a 1905 newspaper that mentioned that the Sandy Plains Baptists were using Collinsville school building for their Sunday services. I had never heard of a Sandy Plains Baptist Church here, so I did more research. Apparently, when that group of Christians decided to form a church, they met for a while at the one room school building at Sandy Plains (located at the corner of Hwy. 9 and Turner Road). After that school building burned, the group met in the Collinsville one school until a new school at Sandy Plains could be built. Then the congregation moved back to the new school building at Sandy Plains. Apparently, that

congregation built a church at Hickory Grove, about four miles away sometime in 1906. If anyone has any more information about the early history of Hickory Grove Baptist Church, please call me. Every year, on the second Sunday in June, everyone with ties to Green Creek School is invited to attend the annual Green Creek School Reunion. On Sunday, June 9 from 2-5 p.m., we well gather in the cafeteria of the Green Creek Community Center for the 17th annual GC School Reunion, as the former school comes alive with former students, teachers, their families and their friends. Everyone is welcome. Many people bring their old pictures, yearbooks and their memories to share. Each year, I’m always excited to see some former students who live other places, and attend the reunion for the first time. This year, I’m already excited because our son, Tim Sauve, plans to attend for the first time. Make plans to attend this all Green Creek School reunion, which is all-inclusive, and open to everyone who has ties to the school. Please come. You will be glad you did. Many people enjoy the hundreds of pictures that will be on display. Refreshments will be served. If you have news of this area, please call me at 828863-2437.

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Festival-goers enjoy music on the main stage. (photo submitted)

Blue Ridge BBQ Festival again proclaimed NC State Barbecue Championship The Blue Ridge Barbecue & Music Festival will once again be the home of the State Championship. Governor Pat McCrory has formally decreed that the Blue Ridge Barbecue & Music Festival held annually in Tryon, â&#x20AC;&#x153;shall be known as a North Carolina State Championship,â&#x20AC;? and that June 14-15, â&#x20AC;&#x153;shall be â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Blue Ridge Barbecue Festival Daysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in North Carolina.â&#x20AC;? The proclamation urges all citizens to commend the observance. The festival is celebrating its 20th year and is expected to

attract thousands of people. Festival Chairman Chuck Britton invites everyone to come enjoy the championship barbecue, live music on two stages both days, regional arts and crafts, and rides and games for kids of all ages. He also indicated that there are a number of special attractions to celebrate the 20th anniversary. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We will host the cast and crew of Destination Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s popular TV show, BBQ Pitmasters, during the festival, and our guest will get to watch the filming of an upcoming segment of the show,â&#x20AC;? said Britton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And we will have a return visit by the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Great American BBQ Tour,â&#x20AC;? which made itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very first appearance here in Tryon five years ago and has since traveled all over the country to BBQ competitions and festivals providing entertaining and informative outdoor cooking and cooking product demonstrations.â&#x20AC;? Also special, according to Britton, is the fact that Free on Friday is returning. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This was so popular last year, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing it again,â&#x20AC;? he

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said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everybody gets in free on Friday from the time the gates open at 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., and they can stay as long as they wish.â&#x20AC;? The chairman went on to explain that at all other times admission will be $8 for adults, and kids 12 and under are always free with a paying adult. Active duty military men and women are always free with military ID. Admission includes parking, shuttle to the gate and all concerts. He also mentioned that the kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ride bracelets will be available again this year â&#x20AC;&#x201D; that is, unlimited rides in two sessions each day: from the time the gates open until 4 p.m. and from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. Gates open at 10 a.m. and close at 11 p.m. both days. Entertainment Chairman Benton Wharton has announced a strong lineup of performers including Friday eveningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s headliners Big Daddy Love and Town Mountain, and Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Donna the Buffalo and The Blue Dogs. The music cranks up in the early afternoon and also in(Continued on page 37)

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cludes such notable bands as Lil’ Jimmy Peterman Revue, Velvet Truckstop, The Springs, Chuck Beattie Band, Aaron Burdett Band and many more. Barbecue teams come from all over the country each year to compete for more than $20,000 in titles, trophies and prizes. Among the most coveted prizes, according to Britton, is the Governor’s Trophy, the symbol of the North Carolina State Championship, which is awarded to the top finishing North Carolina team. Special competitions this year include the Reser’s America’s Best Potato Salad Challenge and the Smithfield Rib Super Series. An added feature this year is the Western North Carolina Points Chase, in which teams enter three contests — the Blue Ridge BBQ Festival, the Maggie Valley, N.C. Barbecue Festival (July 26-27) and the Franklin, N.C. Mountain High BBQ (August 9-10) — and the team with the highest accumulated scores of the three contests gets the “winner takes all” prize of $1,000. Festivalgoers are encouraged to wander around “Hog Heaven” and see the cook teams in action. They may even pick up a hint or two about the art of slow cooking. Then they can head to the main field to chow down on award-winning barbecue — as well as grilled corn-on-thecob, fresh-squeezed lemonade and more. The lineup of food vendors includes something for everyone’s taste — including vegetarians. On Saturday, look for the third annual Classic Car Show featuring carefully restored vintage cars and trucks, and there will be two “Hawg Runs to Fun” (motorcycle poker runs), one originating in Greenville, S.C., and the other in Asheville, N.C. Both runs will start around 10 a.m. and bikes will begin arriving at the festival around noon. In recent years, the festival has made a concerted effort to-

Cookers keep the smoke coming. (photo submitted)

ward “Going Green” and reducing its environmental footprint. The efforts of faithful volunteers and much hard work have been rewarded with an annual average saving of 13,000 pounds of waste diverted from landfill to recycling. Guests are encouraged to participate by properly disposing of food and beverage items, a task in which they may be assisted by a faithful group of “green” volunteers. The Blue Ridge Barbecue & Music Festival is produced by the Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce. Proceeds from the Festival help support Chamber operations and the Carolina Foothills Chamber Foundation which annually distributes grants to a variety of charitable and civic programs. As always the Festival committee needs hundreds of volunteers (who work a four-hour shift and can get in free both days – not to mention free Tshirt, free bottle of water and free food voucher). Recruiting is still under way. For more information on volunteering or any aspect of the festival, visit www.BlueRidgeBBQFestival.com or call 828-859-RIBS. – article submitted by Brenda Bradshaw

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Showers don’t stop spirit of Saluda 2005 BMW 6 SERIES 645Ci Convertible

Driving this car is probably the most fun I have had since my last visit to the BMW performance center. 2005 BMW 645Ci convertible. Titanium silver with a black top and black leather. This is truley a fine example of the ultimate driving machine. 4.4L V8 coupled to the steptronic automatic. This one is loaded with all the bells and whistles. Just getting broken in at 136k miles. Serviced with redline synthetic oil. Price with summer fun in the sun in mind at $20,000

Community: “The new grass rising in the Saluda Tailgate Market hills, the cows loitering in the morning chill, a dozen or more starts at 4:30 p.m. Fridays at old browns hidden in the shad- the city parking lot off Main ows of the cottonwoods beside Street. Offerings include fresh the streambed. I go higher to vegetables, meat, fruit, honey, where the road gives up and baked items, plants and much there’s only a faint path strewn more. Many Saluda businesses with lupine between the moun- are open later on Friday, so tain oaks. I don’t ask myself you can stop by after tailgate marketing for shopping, dining, what I’m looking for...” ~ excerpt from“Gospel” and music. Saluda Welcome Table is by Philip Levine every Tuesday, A heartdinner will be felt Saluda Saluda served from THANK YOU News & 5:30 -7 p.m. in goes out to all who volunNotations the fellowship hall of Saluda teered for the by Bonnie Bardos United MethSaluda Arts odist Church. Festival, as well as those who came out to All welcome; donations acenjoy the day despite bouts of cepted. “Let’s Clean Up Saluda” May showers. Thank you to the artists, shopkeepers and res- day is planned for Saturday, taurants too. The Polk County May 25 at 9 a.m. Volunteers, Community Foundation’s Sa- ages 12 and over, will meet at luda Fund Grant funds music McCreery Park Pavilion. Dr. Jerry Russell will host a for the Saluda Arts Festival. The festival also was helped Memorial Day Service on May by a grant from the N.C. Arts 27 at 2 p.m. at Veterans Park. At Saluda Center, 64 GreenCouncil, and great sponsors. Taking a bright-pink um- ville Street, a community potbrella for a rain-pattered walk luck and bingo will be May 27 to town, I strolled through the at 6 p.m. Bring your favorite festival, enjoying colors, craft, dish to share. Don’t forget if you music, food, dogs and hugs. In need meals delivered, or know the afternoon, it was another someone who does, call Saluda trip back with River dog in tow Center and speak with Donna (actually he was towing me about the Meals on Wheels as we got closer and closer to program, 828-749-9245. Saluda Home and Garden town). River gets excited by the promise of dog treats, friendly Tour, June 1 from 1-5 p.m. people and the chance to sniff Mark your calendars for a walkother dogs. With only one eye, ing tour along an historic section he has a tough time with crowds, of Saluda on Henderson Street. and I try to guide him toward Eight homes will be open for the edge of things. However, touring and four others will feahe has decided he likes all the ture either gardens, an art studio attention a cute Shar-Pei pup and in one, a rock and mineral can get. “Ham” is his middle museum. Saluda Historic Comname! Music floated through mittee is sponsoring this tour to the air, people smiled, bought raise money for several projects. art, visited: the rain held off. Tickets are available at ThompThere’s just something about a son’s Store, Heartwood Gallery, small town on a spring-drizzled and Macon Bank; or at the First Saturday, a busy park with kids Baptist Church parking lot on playing that calls to mind small- the day of the tour. town America and all that is (Continued on page 39) good in this world.

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Depot Garden gets dry riverbed

A dry riverbed was completed this week at the Depot Garden, owned by the Town of Tryon and maintained by the Garden Club since 1948. January flooding had washed the gravel and mulch down towards the railroad tracks. The flood damage has been repaired, and the new dry riverbed is expected to help avoid future drainage problems. (photo submitted by Susan McNabb)

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Saluda Community Land Trust (SCLT) will have an open house at Twin Lakes on June 15, which will hopefully include a chance to swim. Enjoy “Walks in the Woods” on the first and third Sunday of the month at 2 p.m. Meet at Saluda Library’s

parking lot for carpooling. SCLT’s phone is 828-749-1560 (website: saludaclt.org). Happy May Birthday to Amy Copeland, Corinne Gerwe, Mark Jackson, Cary Pace, Lisa Hipp, Trevor Young, Jemme Latell, Paul Marion, Joe Brown, Jesse Thomas, Margaret Sease and Lynn Cass. Thank you, dear readers for

reading this column! This time of year, I hope you feel like you’re out on my front porch swing with a cool glass of tea enjoying a peaceful moment. Keep in mind if you have something of note, feel free to contact me at bbardos@gmail.com; or 749-1153. You may also visit my website at bonniebardos. com

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At top right: The Polk County High School FFA Horticulture Team won the Western Regional Championship on April 25. The competition was held at Haywood Community College. The team will compete for the state championship at the NCFFA State Convention in Raleigh on June 19. Team members include: (front row) Madison Ar rowood, Kayla McEntire, (middle row) Eli Hall, Caitlin Britton, (back) Dylan Weicker, Will Ballard. The team was sponsored by Big Frog Nurser y; John Vining, Polk County Cooperative Extension director; and Chauncey Barber, Agricultural Education Instructor. At bottom right: The Polk C o u n t y H i g h S c h o o l F FA Nursery Landscape Team won regional runner up on April 25. The competition was held at Haywood Community College. The team qualified for the state finals, which will be held at the NCFFA State Convention in Raleigh on June 19. Team members include: (left to right) Fernando Mondragon, Shalyn Brown, Caleb Brown and Tucker Brandt. The team was by Silver Creek Landscaping; John Vining, Polk County Cooperative Extension director, and Chauncey Barber, agricultural education instructor. (photos submitted by Chauncey Barber)

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