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David Brown/dbrown@cherokeescout.com The Oaks Academy held three different graduation ceremonies on May 26 – at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon – at Cherokee County’s alternative school in Marble. Graduates and members of the audience listen to an inspirational pep talk introduced by Principal Mickey Noe during the 11 a.m. graduation.

David Brown/dbrown@cherokeescout.com The Oaks Academy held three different graduation ceremonies on May 26 – at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon – at Cherokee County’s alternative school in Marble. Graduates and members of the audience listen to an inspirational pep talk introduced by Principal Mickey Noe during the 11 a.m. graduation.

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Oaks ‘so proud’ of 14 graduates

David Brown
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Body Marble – The fact that the Oaks Academy held three different graduation ceremonies on May 26 was due to COVID-19 protocols, but it also was indicative of the personal impact of the
Tri-County Early College High School graduate Sterling Hardin and other graduates return to their seats after receiving their diplomas at the school’s commencement ceremony Saturday morning. This year’s Early College class numbered 31 students.

Tri-County Early College High School graduate Sterling Hardin and other graduates return to their seats after receiving their diplomas at the school’s commencement ceremony Saturday morning. This year’s Early College class numbered 31 students.

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Early College graduates ready for life’s next step

Charlie Benton
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Body Peachtree – The Tri-County Early College High School Class of 2021 received its diplomas Saturday morning in a ceremony on the school’s campus. 

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Murphy to raise water, sewer rates

Penny Ray
Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Body     Murphy – Town water and sewer customers will see an increase in rates over the next five years as Murphy positions itself to fund various infrastructure needs.

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Worker admits stealing $2M

News Staff
Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Body     Topton – A local man admitted in court to stealing almost $2 million from his former employer, according to a release from the District Attorney’s Office.
Stacy Van Buskirk/svanbuskirk@cherokeescout.com Mike Conner of Murphy tests the fit of the spider resonator cone in his handmade Dobro. It’s important that the parts fit snugly, not too tight, and the alignment is just right.

Stacy Van Buskirk/svanbuskirk@cherokeescout.com Mike Conner of Murphy tests the fit of the spider resonator cone in his handmade Dobro. It’s important that the parts fit snugly, not too tight, and the alignment is just right.

Creating sound with a purpose

Stacy Van Buskirk
Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Body Murphy –  Mike Conner has always had a passion for music, playing classical guitar since he was 12 years old.