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PHOTO SUBMITTED On October 26, Murphy Middle School held its annual Career Day. This day presents students with a chance to think about their future, their educations and to develop the knowledge and skills needed for their career interests. The 20 speakers presented a variety of occupations and exp... More ...
PHOTO SUBMITTED Santa and his helpers will be in Murphy on Nov. 23, 24 and Dec. 1 at The Shoppes of Murphy, 46 Valley River Ave., downtown Murphy. All children are welcome to come and sit on Santa's lap to present their holiday wishes! A photographer will be available to take pictures with Santa, pr... More ... Checkmate at library A chess club for youngsters was started in the Murphy Public Library in May 2006. It recognized the values of the game and how its so applicable to their own style of teaching. Second year 2007 started with a bang and grew to 35 youngsters. The class was held every Tuesday 1-3 p.m. with again Aaro... More ... Business card request is a hoax An appeal by a dying seven year-old boy who wants business cards to set a record in the Guinness Book of World Records is a hoax. A short article in the November 14 edition of the Cherokee Sentinel stated that Craig Sheppard, of Concord, North Carolina, made the wish through Make a Wish Foundat... More ...
Participants in the December Christian Women's Connection luncheon will enjoy a festive time on December 6th, beginning with a peak at John Johnson's unique items from his shop in Andrews. More ... Former bank employees r eunite Submitted by by Melanie Hughes Nine former bank employees reunited last Tuesday for a retirement reception for Joann Matheson who retired on October 30, 2007 after 39 years of employment at RBC Centura Bank. One bank retiree, Grace Hall, started her banking career in 1942 with the original Citiz... More ...
PHOTO SUBMITTED HEALTHY LIFESTYLES There's a new rehab center in Murphy, ProMotion Rehab, offering physical and massage therapy, pain assessment and more. Owner Randy Veroline invites all to meet the staff and learn how you can enjoy healthy lifestyle through education, exercise and preventative car... More ... Andrews holiday home tour- Sat. Dec. 1st 5-9 and Sunday Dec. 2nd 1-5p.m. The town of Andrews is filled with unique and beautiful homes from many periods and the upcoming annual Holiday Home Tour event will showcase some of those charms including one home with 17 Christmas trees! The Valleytown Cultural Arts & Historical Society 's mission to preserve the heritage and h... More ... Merry TubaChristmas 2007 celebrates 34th anniversary Merry TubaChristmas celebrates its 34th anniversary this year with concerts presented in over 200 cities throughout the United States and in several additional countries. This year will be the first time Blue Ridge has hosted one of their concerts. More ...
PHOTO SUBMITTED Madison Ledford was chosen for the district award in the Eat and Move Poster Contest by Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC. Madison submitted a poster promoting healthy living in North Carolina. She received a $50 gift card and Martins Creek School received a $100 contribution for the clas... More ...
Gene Farley, Murphy Rotary Club's newest Paul Harris Fellow, was recognized at the October 15th meeting. The Paul Harris Fellowship is named for Paul Harris, who founded Rotary with three business associates in Chicago in 1905. More ... Online poetry work shop 'Poetry Out loud' for statewide teens On Tuesday, November 20, two schools across the state joined North Carolina poet Laureate Kathryn Stripling Byer and performance poet Michael Beadle in an online poetry workshop. More ...
By Julie Chautin Contributing Writer Although this Thursday is Thanksgiving and the Murphy Library is closed, plan to come to the library another time and take advantage of the popular movie series. Every Thursday at 6 p.m. the library shows a film under its public performance license. On the first Thursday of the month, films are su... More ... Spring early registration through Dec. 10th Tri-County Community College is holding early registration for the Spring semester now through December 10. Students can get a head start on the Spring semester and avoid the January rush by registering for classes now. TCCC offers degrees in dozens of areas like criminal justice, early childhood... More ...
HER HEART'S DESIRE - The Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting at Sophisticated Lady Boutique in the Valley Village Shopping Center, Murphy, on Oct. 1. Helping owner Jennifer Epperly celebrate the opening, from left, are chamber Ambassador Barbara Hughes, Murphy Mayor Bill Hughe... More ...
First Row-kneeling (left to right): Destiny Hartness, Sandy Kirchner, and Samantha Redden, Second Row (left to right): Aaron Bevins, Kim McBee, Alex Hines, Chelsea Jones, Chan Garrett, Courtney Brown, Aubrie Oller, Dani Bryer, Jesse Anderson, Chasity Ledford, Daniel Hudson, and Brittney Kingsley, Ba... More ...
Danny and Erin Fox of Columbus, NC announce the birth of their son, Robert "Jackson" Fox. Jackson weighed 7 pounds, 15 ounces and was 21 inches long. His mother is the former Erin Anderson of Muprhy. Grandparents are Dan and Rose Anderson of Murphy and Jeff and Kathy Fox of Hendersonville, NC. He wa... More ... Equine Second Chance, Inc. Christmas parade Equine Second Chance, Inc. is holding it's 1st annual Christmas parade. "Christmas On Horseback," an all equestrian parade, will be held Saturday, December 15th at 2PM in Andrews. Prizes will be awarded for best decorated horse or wagon. Santa and his elves will be there to hand out candy. Deadlin... More ...
SENTINEL PHOTO (Above) Amanda Lance serve free BBQ to customers who helped Ace celebrate customer appreciation day. More ... |
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