RIVIERA BEACH, Fla.
Ex-county leader dies
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Lorraine Margaret Meltz, 90, a Republican who served on the board of commissioners in Cherokee County, N.C., from 2010-14, passed away on Oct. 27.
Born in New York, Meltz lived a life “rich in accomplishments and dedication,” according to her obituary. She served as one of the first woman police officers in Fort Lauderdale. Meltz is survived by her siblings, Richard, Maureen, Kathleen and Deborah; her children, Timothy, Patrick, and Cheryl; 10 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Donald; brother, Robert; and sons, Lawrence and William.
A funeral for Meltz was set Monday at St. David Catholic Church in Davie.
WHITTIER
Army veteran wins $150K
Donald Smiley of Cherokee got so excited he couldn’t sleep after winning a $150,000 Powerball prize.
“I was so excited I didn’t even know what to do,” Smiley said with a laugh. “I definitely couldn’t sleep.”
Smiley, a retired U.S. Army veteran, bought his lucky $3 Quick Pick ticket from Catamount Travel Center on U.S. 441 North. He matched the numbers on four white balls and the red Powerball in the Oct. 9 drawing to win $50,000. Because he bought a Power Play ticket, his prize tripled to $150,000 when the 3X multiplier hit.
He arrived at lottery headquarters on Oct. 21 to claim his winnings and, after required federal and state tax withholdings, took home $107,251. Smiley said he plans to use his winnings to pay some bills.
MURPHY
Thankful for free dinner
A free dinner will be offered on Thanksgiving Day to anyone and everyone who would like to share a meal.
The dinner for the general public will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28, at Main Street USA, 85 Hiwassee St. downtown.
In addition, all public servants will receive a meal from 10-11 a.m.
“Let’s Share & Care” is presented annually by the Rotary Club of Murphy and Reach of Cherokee & Graham Counties. Donations and volunteers are needed.
Details: Visit rotaryclubofmurphy.com or call Cecilia Crawford-Faulkner at 828-837-2097.
MURPHY
Career Expo set for today
Cherokee County Schools Career & Technical Education will present the second annual Career Expo from 1-3 p.m. today at Murphy First Baptist Church, 517 Hiwassee St.
Details: Email dana.anderson@cherokee.k12.nc.us.
ANDREWS
Windows at Christmas
It’s time for the Andrews Chamber of Commerce’s annual Christmas Window Decorating Contest. This year’s theme is “Thankful & Blessed.”
Local business owners are invited to decorate their buildings’ front windows for the season. The deadline to decorate is Friday, Nov. 22, so the town will look festive for the annual Christmas.
Judging will take place from Dec. 2-6. Be sure to have your display all lit up on those evenings.
Details: Email director@andrewschamber.com.
MURPHY
Auction helps digs for dogs
New Digs for Dogs – a nonprofit organization rehoming dogs in Cherokee, Clay and Graham counties – is hosting a silent auction fundraiser this month.
For the “Falling for Cats and Kittens” event, Mark Mason, owner of The Velvet Poodle, at 1370 U.S. 64 W., has given space at his salon. There will be a selection of items for men, women, children and pets to bid on.
Silent auction winners will be announced at noon Saturday, Nov. 16. You need not be present to win.
Details: Call 828-389-6126 or text 706-994-3965.
CHEROKEE COUNTY
Public meetings
THIS WEEK
- Andrews Board of Aldermen will hold a work session at 6 p.m. Thursday in the Facilities Building, 85 Fourth St.
- Cherokee County Tourism Development Authority meets at 4 p.m. Monday in the Murphy Visitors Center, 20 Tennessee St.
- Cherokee County Board of Health meets at 6:30 p.m. Monday at the Cherokee County Health Department, 228 Hilton St. in Murphy.
- Cherokee County Board of Commissioners meets at 6:30 p.m. Monday at the Cherokee County Courthouse, 75 Peachtree St. in downtown Murphy. Live-streamed on the Scout’s Facebook page.
COMING SOON
- Cherokee County Veteran Forces meets at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, at the Cherokee County Courthouse, 75 Peachtree St. in downtown Murphy.
- Andrews Board of Aldermen meets at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, in the Facilities Building, 85 Fourth St. Live-streamed on the Town of Andrews’ Facebook page.
- Andrews ABC Board meets at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18, in the ABC Store, 13934 U.S.
- Cherokee County Department of Social Services Board meets at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19, in the DSS conference room, 4800 U.S. 64 W. in Ranger.
- Cherokee County Board of Education meets at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, at Central Office, 2230 Airport Road in Marble. Live-streamed on the school district’s YouTube channel.
u Local, state and federal government offices, and the Scout, will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 28-29, for the Thanksgiving holiday. The Scout will reopen at 9 a.m. Monday, Dec. 2.
Compiled by Publisher David Brown.