Soil & Water Conservation District Administrator Kelly Gay will be at both farmer's markets this weekend sharing her work with the community. Stop by and say hello!
Representative Jake Johnson recently spoke at a Polk County Board of Commissioners meeting to announce that a grant the county and Charter Communications worked together to submit has been awarded. The GREAT grant is set to help with broadband internet access in the area.
Have you ever thought about serving your community by working with one of the emergency services? There are several ways you can. If you are interested, watch the video in the link about potential ways your career choice can affect Polk County and its residents.
Isothermal Community College will host a Hometown Heroes Hiring Event for potential first responders and emergency services personnel on Thursday, August 11.
Vendors from the Saluda Tailgate Market and Columbus Farmer's Market shared food and displayed artisanal crafts at a recent Board of Commissioners meeting.
Polk County Board of Commissioners Chairman Tommy W. Melton was recently named Chairman of the Polk County Regional Water Commission, which will oversee the agreement for the local rural water system.
Polk County Libraries is surveying patrons on potential kits that could be checked out. Maybe you could use a compass? Or some sports equipment? A hot stone massage kit? Take a quick survey to let the library know what kits would be helpful.
Veterans are invited to take part in Project At Ease, a day of camaraderie and equine-assisted activities on Saturday, July 23, that will allow them to experience an alternative approach to improve mental and physical well-being.