Polk County is located in the western part of North Carolina and is part of the Blue Ridge Mountains region. The county seat is Columbus.

The county is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners, which is elected by the citizens of the county. The county is divided into five districts, each of which is represented by one commissioner. The county is also served by a sheriff, a district attorney, a clerk of court, and a register of deeds.

The county is home to several state parks, including the Green River Game Lands, the Green River Gorge State Natural Area, and the Green River State Forest. The county is also home to the Tryon International Equestrian Center, which hosts equestrian events throughout the year.

The county is served by the Polk County Schools system, which includes seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. The county is also home to Isothermal Community College, which offers a variety of educational and technical programs.

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