Murphy Library's auction a success
Julie Chautin Contributing Writer
      Bob Grove began the Murphy Library's auction on June 21 with a drum roll flourish and kept the beat going for over two and a half hours as he charmed and cajoled the audience of library patrons. By the end he had helped the Friends of Murphy Library bring in almost $7,000 from both the silent and ...
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Training for Victim Advocate Response Team
      The Cherokee County Sheriff's Office will be holding a training workshop in August for volunteers interested in becoming members of the Victim Advocate Response Team.
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Appalachian Community Bank is Gold Sponsor
     Brian Smith, left, and Rob Kaser of Appalachian Community Bank present a check for $1,000 to Lisa Waggoner, Chairperson for The Mountain Song Stage, in support of The Mountain Song Stage which is part of the 8th annual Murphy Heritage Walk and Festival. The festival which is organized by the Heritag...
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Research on children who stutter - situation should not be ignored
      Parents who notice their young child beginning to stutter should seek help right away; and help is available at most public libraries including the Andrews Public Library in Andrews, North Carolina. In the past, experts incorrectly believed that paying attention to a child's stuttering would ex...
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Local businesses chllenged to be the "Biggest Losers"
      Who would want to join a bunch of "LOSERS"? You would, we hope. Come participate in the Cherokee County Business Community Weight Loss Challenge; you'll lose weight and win "BIG". This community challenge for a healthier lifestyle is part of Murphy Medical Center's (MMC) commitment to health and...
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Animals need a home
      Brownie is a 4 year old male miniature-pinscher that needs a good home. He is heart worm positive and currently on medication; Doc says he will be fine. He will be neutered, up to date on shots and micro-chipped before he can go to his forever home. He gets along with everyone, come say hello.
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"Guest Chef" series will benifit humane society
      The Longhouse Restaurant is hosting our "Guest Chef" series Thursday, July 17 at 5 p.m. Scott Turner a certified Executive Chef, who previously worked at The Ritz Carlton Hotel, now teaching cooking at local college, is the guest chef.
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New church representatives
      Officials of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announce that two new representatives of the Church have been sent to serve in a five county area with headquarters in Murphy. Elder Richard Jenkins and his wife Sister Lorraine Jenkins will serve as full time missionaries.
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SECU awards two $10,000 scholarships
      SECU Foundation, funded solely by State Employees' Credit Union's (SECU's) membership, presented $10,000 four-year scholarships to Colton Foster, a senior at Hiawassee Dam High School and Levi Wyatt English, a senior at Murphy High School. Colton is the son of Larry and Cindy Foster. Levi is the s...
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Hendrix receives scholarship
      Joanna Cornerstone Ministries, Inc. and the William R. Gossett Scholarship Selection Committee are proud to announce Matthew Hendrix as the recipient of the William R. Gossett Scholarship. Dr. Gossett's children Shelia Gossett Snow of Murphy and Dr. Daryl Gossett of Franklin established the Willi...
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Animals need to find a new home
      Hi, my name is Sonny. I am a 7 month old black lab mix. I'm the runt of the litter, but good things come in small packages! I'm a little shy until I get to know someone. I'd like a fenced yard since I love to run and play. I'd do well with children. I have a nice personality and hope to find my fo...
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Book signing July 26 at Curiosity Book Store
      Shirley Uphouse will hold a book signing for her book My Dogs, My Friends on July 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Curosity Book Store in Murphy. Shirley is a published writer.
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Hurlburt-Johnson Friendship House needs help to provide for families
      The Hurlburt-Johnson Friendship House is in need of milk, bread and meat. The shelter has been at capacity for awhile now. There are families with small children one as young as 3 months old. Last month we cut the staff and hours because of lack of money.
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MMC awards 22 scholarships
      Murphy Medical Center Foundation has awarded 22 scholarships totaling $38,500 to area students pursuing higher education in the healthcare arena. "These scholarships help deserving students from our region pursue their dreams of becoming healthcare professionals," said Kathi Osborne, Foundation D...
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Fairy tale finds itself in New York
Julie Chautin Contributing Writer
      After watching the next movie at the Murphy Library, you may never look at pigeons, rats, and cockroaches the same way. That's because the Disney Studios have taken on these denizens of New York City and wrapped them up in a funny fairy tale. Amy Adams and Patrick Dempsey star in a re-rendering of...
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TCCC to offer cosmetology for high school students
      Tri-County Community College (TCCC) will begin offering cosmetology classes targeted for high school students this fall at the Main Campus in Murphy. Classes will be held Monday through Thursday from Noon until 4 p.m.
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