Area information
Looking for information about Polk County? Whether you need Polk County facts, census data or are just looking for an area place to worship, find it here.
Area schools
Information on the Polk County school systemCounty history
A look at the origins of Polk County and how it came into beingLiving in Polk County
Useful information for living and working in the Polk County areaMorris, the Tryon horse
A staple of downtown Tryon for many years, Morris faithfully greets visitors as they arrivePhone numbers of use
Emergency and other handy numbers to have and knowPoints of interest
Things to do and see in and around Polk County. Also visit these websites: Landrum, SC: www.cityoflandrum.com Columbus, NC: www.columbusnc.com Saldua, NC: www.saluda.comPolk County census / economic data
A treasure trove of numbers about Polk CountyPolk County places of worship
A list of places offering worship services in the Polk County areaThe Thermal Belt
It helps make Polk County the beautfiul place to live year-round that it is. Learn more about The Thermal Belt.
Welcome
The Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce seeks to provide leadership in developing business and economic opportunities that enhances the quality of life in our community.
More about the Chamber
• Download membership application
Chamber News
Carolina Foothills Chamber preparing for next leadership class
Chamber Foundation Grants
PolkGuide.com
Need an electrician? A place to stay? Information on an organization? Find it in PolkGuide.com, the one-stop resource to businesses and groups in the Thermal Belt area. Chamber members, contact the Chamber today to get your free one-page listing in PolkGuide.com.
Upcoming Events
24th Annual Awards Celebration
February 7, 6:00 p.m., The Purple Onion, Saluda
24th Annual Awards Celebration for the Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce. Awards Presentation for Business Person of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, BBQ Festival Volunteer Awards. Cost: $30 /person. RSVP to the Chamber by February 1, 2012, 828-859-6236. All members and non-members welcome to attend!
Business After Hours February 2012
February 28, 5:30 p.m., ProPhysical Therapy, Columbus
Chamber Business After Hours, February 28th, 5:30 to 7 PM. Location: PROPhysical Therapy, Columbus. All Chamber Members invited to attend, free event, bring your business cards for door prizes and to network your business. RSVP is required to attend, call 828-859-6236 by 5 PM on February 27, 2012. Members can bring a door prize to give away.
The Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce seeks to provide leadership in developing business and economic opportunities that enhances the quality of life in our community.
More about the Chamber
• Download membership application
Chamber News
Carolina Foothills Chamber preparing for next leadership class
Chamber Foundation Grants
PolkGuide.com
Need an electrician? A place to stay? Information on an organization? Find it in PolkGuide.com, the one-stop resource to businesses and groups in the Thermal Belt area. Chamber members, contact the Chamber today to get your free one-page listing in PolkGuide.com.
Upcoming Events
24th Annual Awards Celebration
February 7, 6:00 p.m., The Purple Onion, Saluda
24th Annual Awards Celebration for the Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce. Awards Presentation for Business Person of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, BBQ Festival Volunteer Awards. Cost: $30 /person. RSVP to the Chamber by February 1, 2012, 828-859-6236. All members and non-members welcome to attend!
Business After Hours February 2012
February 28, 5:30 p.m., ProPhysical Therapy, Columbus
Chamber Business After Hours, February 28th, 5:30 to 7 PM. Location: PROPhysical Therapy, Columbus. All Chamber Members invited to attend, free event, bring your business cards for door prizes and to network your business. RSVP is required to attend, call 828-859-6236 by 5 PM on February 27, 2012. Members can bring a door prize to give away.