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Murphy Police Chief Tim Lominac shares a Dr. Seuss story with local students on March 2

Murphy Police Chief Tim Lominac shares a Dr. Seuss story with local students on March 2

Officers read to local students

News Staff
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Body Murphy police officers last week had the pleasure of visiting schools to celebrate Read Across America Day.
Third-graders from Peachtree Elementary School participated in the Read Across America kickoff event on Feb. 27 at Murphy City Hall, where author Randy Mazie read his book of poetry as children immersed themselves in his stories.

Third-graders from Peachtree Elementary School participated in the Read Across America kickoff event on Feb. 27 at Murphy City Hall, where author Randy Mazie read his book of poetry as children immersed themselves in his stories.

Children listen to poetry author

Anngee Quinones-Belian
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Body Murphy – Third-grade students from Peachtree Elementary School filled a room at city hall on Feb. 27 with their energy and smiling faces.
New Patrol Division leader: Capt. Sean Myers (right, with Sheriff Chris Wood at left) has served with the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office for nine years.

New Patrol Division leader: Capt. Sean Myers (right, with Sheriff Chris Wood at left) has served with the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office for nine years.

Law & Order for March 11,, 2026

Randy Foster
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Body PEACHTREEKitchen fire is contained  
Toys for Tots thank you luncheon: A roomful of local folks gathered Feb. 28 at Legend’s Steakhouse in downtown Murphy for a well-deserved pat on the back.

Toys for Tots thank you luncheon: A roomful of local folks gathered Feb. 28 at Legend’s Steakhouse in downtown Murphy for a well-deserved pat on the back.

Quick Reads for March 11, 2026

News Staff
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Body MurphyToys for Tots thank you luncheon
For her master’s degree capstone project in December, new head librarian Erika Gibby plans to implement a free Library of Things in the Murphy Public Library.

For her master’s degree capstone project in December, new head librarian Erika Gibby plans to implement a free Library of Things in the Murphy Public Library.

New librarian Gibby loves her job

Sarah Foster
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Body Murphy – New head librarian Erika Gibby brings to the job an appreciation for small-town living and further innovations to the Murphy Public Library.