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Local musician Troy Underwood’s passion for art and music led him to create a new maker-space in Andrews, Town.Ninja.

Local musician Troy Underwood’s passion for art and music led him to create a new maker-space in Andrews, Town.Ninja.

Maker-space for creative pursuits opens in Andrews

Nicole Wright
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Body Andrews – Local singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Troy Underwood has a serious passion about music and its ability to connect us all.
Cherokee County sheriff’s Deputy Hunter Wood, Deputy Dillon Daniels, Capt. David Williams, Ellen Pitt of the Western North Carolina DWI Taskforce and North Carolina Mothers Against Drunk Driving, and Chief Deputy Justin Jacobs (from left) pose following a presentation at the board of commissioners meeting on July 17. Pitt presented a plaque on behalf of MADD for the sheriff's office’s commitment to the safety of the motoring public. The office was recognized for securing training and education of deputies i

Cherokee County sheriff’s Deputy Hunter Wood, Deputy Dillon Daniels, Capt. David Williams, Ellen Pitt of the Western North Carolina DWI Taskforce and North Carolina Mothers Against Drunk Driving, and Chief Deputy Justin Jacobs (from left) pose following a presentation at the board of commissioners meeting on July 17. Pitt presented a plaque on behalf of MADD for the sheriff's office’s commitment to the safety of the motoring public. The office was recognized for securing training and education of deputies i

Quick reads for Aug. 2, 2023

News Staff
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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Andrews Mayor James Reid, Cherokee County school board member Steve Coleman and Andrews Mayor Pro Tem Brandi Smith hold a sidebar discussion following Coleman’s presentation of his school consolidation plan in Andrews on July 25.

Andrews Mayor James Reid, Cherokee County school board member Steve Coleman and Andrews Mayor Pro Tem Brandi Smith hold a sidebar discussion following Coleman’s presentation of his school consolidation plan in Andrews on July 25.

Coleman pitches school plan in Andrews

Randy Foster
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Body Editor's note — This article has been updated since originally posted to correct reporting errors.
Eight more contestants let their light shine during the third week of “Andrews Idol.”

Eight more contestants let their light shine during the third week of “Andrews Idol.”

Third time’s a charm for ‘Andrews Idol’

Nicole Wright
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Body Andrews – Standing ovations, last minute stand-ins and a stellar mix of vocalists and even a three-piece band produced a magical ambiance and flawless trinity for the third round o
Civilians take pictures of electric generators during a tour of Fontana Dam on July 28.

Civilians take pictures of electric generators during a tour of Fontana Dam on July 28.

Tours back open after 22-year hiatus

Randy Foster
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Body “This summer, TVA is offering public tours of some of our dams, allowing you to see inner workings of a dam and learn how we produce clean hydropower while ensuring the health of the waterways,” TVA announced at tva.com/90.