Angel Owens delivers remarks to the audience after accepting an appointment to be Cherokee County Schools' next superintendent.
Friday, May 22, 2026
The Cherokee County Board of Education selected Angel Owens as the school system’s new superintendent, replacing Dr. Keevin Woody, whose contract was not renewed.Owens' start date is July 1, with Woody stepping down the day before. The job has a base pay of $130,000 plus fringe benefits.
Murphy native and American Idol contestant Braden Rumfelt sings during season 24 of the show.
Narrative Bookstore and Crafted Dough are teaming up to encourage local students to read with a summer reading challenge to earn treats.
Cherokee Language Repertory Choir
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The Brasstown Ringers’ first benefit concert will begin at 5 p.m. Sunday at First United Methodist Church, 66 Harrison Ave. in Franklin.
Bart Harrison competes in bowling singles at the 2026 Cherokee/Clay Senior Games on May 28.
Kimber Vaught of Andrews was named Smoky Mountain Conference All-Conference. Pictured is Vaught kicking the ball downfield against Blue Ridge Early College on March 10.
Murphy High School soccer will be hosting a youth soccer camp on June 23-25. Pictured is Lady Bulldog Leah Beebe taking a shot against Hayesville on April 27.
