Almanac

31ST ANNUAL • 2023

On the cover

A scenic view of the mountains from Mill Spring, NC. (photo credit: First Peak Visitor Center/Melinda Massey)

At the First Peak Visitor Center, travelers and locals receive a warm welcome and a lot of information about our area. You’re sure to learn something new! Call, click or stop by this official Visitor Center in Columbus. The staff will help you discover nearby interests: small towns, waterfalls, wineries, shops, restaurants, outdoor adventures and scenic drives around Saluda, Tryon and Columbus. Use their web site to discover events, find lodging, get directions and sign up for their Weekly Events newsletter. Stop in or call weekdays from 9 am - 5 pm.

First Peak Visitor Center

20 East Mills Street, Columbus, NC 28722

828-894-2324 ● 800-440-7848 www.firstpeaknc.com visit@firstpeaknc.com

Welcome to Polk County, NC and upper Spartanburg County, SC, the area known as the Foothills, in the beautiful Thermal Belt Region. With gorgeous views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, our area offers a breathtaking setting in which to live, work, and play.

Whether you are new to the Foothills, or you have lived here your entire life, the 31st edition of the Almanac contains resources and information that will help you enjoy all the benefits of living in this community. This comprehensive directory contains handy information on local government, schools, libraries and churches, as well as recreation opportunities, artistic offerings, restaurants, shopping, and so much more.

Published annually in February, we hope you will find this magazine useful year-round as a helpful and informative resource. We also welcome your comments, suggestions and updates!

Jeff Allison

Administration

Sydney

Distribution

Jamie

Special Projects

Editor & Photography

Claire Sachse