From the Porch
It's been so hot that.....
Dwight Otwell
      Fall is finally here and the temperatures have actually begun to drop. After our scalding, hot summer, I have to admit that highs that don't quite reach 90 feel good. The outside air feels especially refreshing in the early morning and in the evening.
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A community that works together, succeeds together
      To the Editor: The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce, Tri- County Community College, and NC JobLink worked together to bring the community the 6th Business Expo and Job Fair on Saturday, Sept. 14 and 15 at TCCC.
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Too good to be true?
      Have you ever heard the old saying "If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is?" My Grammy and Pop used to tell me that all the time. This is a big red flag! I still have been scammed on a few occasions. Not of recent, however.
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Hazardous land for sale
      In September 2004 the western counties of North Carolina were in a state of emergency...the President issued two federal disaster declarations and provided $72 million in aid.
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'Your ongoing support goes a long way in showing how much Murphy Medical Center means to you'
      Dear Editor, Congratulations to the 255 people who took part in the "About Two Hours From Anywhere" 5K Run and Heart Walk! Runners and walkers alike were cheered on by enthusiastic friends and well wishers. Every participant, coach, volunteer, sponsor, vendor, and cheering family member made thi...
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Urine test....
      Like a lot of folks in this state, I have a job. I work, they pay me. I pay my taxes and the government distributes my taxes as it sees fit. In order to get that paycheck, I am required to pass a random urine test with which I have no problem.
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