2021 and earlier

MountainTrue public lands biologist Josh Kelly stands next to a “temporary road” built in 2012 in Nantahala National Forest.

MountainTrue public lands biologist Josh Kelly stands next to a “temporary road” built in 2012 in Nantahala National Forest.

Forest Service discusses Crossover Timber Project

Charlie Benton
Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Body Topton – A planned project in the Nantahala National Forest is causing some to express concerns about the possibility of old-growth logging in the area. 

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Insurance company sues county

Penny Ray
Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Body Cherokee County’s insurance company has filed a lawsuit asking the court to absolve it of liability to pay monetary awards that may result from past or future verdicts regarding the use of custody
Penny Ray/pennyray@cherokeescout.com A small pond of sewage has formed directly behind a trailer at Sherrill Mobile Home Park in Andrews.

Penny Ray/pennyray@cherokeescout.com A small pond of sewage has formed directly behind a trailer at Sherrill Mobile Home Park in Andrews.

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Sewage leak at area mobile home park nearly cancels Wagon Train

Penny Ray
Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Body Andrews – The Western North Carolina Wagon Train nearly canceled its yearly Independence Day expedition through town due to a raw sewage leak at a local trailer park. 
Stacy Van Buskirk/svanbuskirk@cherokeescout.com Johnny and Shirley Allen of Andrews were the winners of the Cherokee County Department of Social Services Older Americans Month story contest. The Allens and other residents ages 65 and older shared their stories in May. The contest will be an annual event.

Stacy Van Buskirk/svanbuskirk@cherokeescout.com Johnny and Shirley Allen of Andrews were the winners of the Cherokee County Department of Social Services Older Americans Month story contest. The Allens and other residents ages 65 and older shared their stories in May. The contest will be an annual event.

Community elders share special stories

Stacy Van Buskirk
Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Body The Cherokee County Department of Social Services invited members of the community ages 65 and older to share their life story for Older Americans Month. 
Murphy’s annual fireworks display will be held on July 3 at what locals call “dark-thirty” at Konehete Park, off Valley River Avenue in Murphy. Get there early for a good spot.

Murphy’s annual fireworks display will be held on July 3 at what locals call “dark-thirty” at Konehete Park, off Valley River Avenue in Murphy. Get there early for a good spot.

Independence Day filled with Red, White & Brew

Stacy Van Buskirk
Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Body Murphy – The Murphy Business Association and Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce are collaborating to bring excitement to town on Independence Day. 
Charlie Benton/cbenton@cherokeescout.com A Cherokee County woman has reclaimed her home with help from Four Square Community Action, which is based in Andrews.

Charlie Benton/cbenton@cherokeescout.com A Cherokee County woman has reclaimed her home with help from Four Square Community Action, which is based in Andrews.

Woman reclaims home from rodents with help from agency

Charlie Benton
Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Body A Cherokee County woman has a safe, comfortable environment to live in again after being aided by Four Square Community Action. 

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Law & Order

News Staff
Friday, June 18, 2021
Body 4 arrested in drug raid Four people were arrested last week after police raided a property on Culberson Road.

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Your Views

News Staff
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Body Ciacadas in horror novel Hey, Anngee Quinones-Belian, I love your “Time for a Smile” column. Everyone can use a little humor.