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The crypto mining facility on Harshaw Road in Murphy, which has been the source of numerous noise complaints, got the attention of Clay County commissioners, who voted to not allow such a facility in their county.

The crypto mining facility on Harshaw Road in Murphy, which has been the source of numerous noise complaints, got the attention of Clay County commissioners, who voted to not allow such a facility in their county.

Clay bans commercial crypto mining facilities from county

Body Hayesville – After a brief public hearing, the Clay County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved an ordinance on Aug.
Program Director Gina Sneed speaks with Corey Bailey during a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital Wound Care Center on June 21.

Program Director Gina Sneed speaks with Corey Bailey during a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital Wound Care Center on June 21.

Wound Care Center opens

Body Murphy – The Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital Wound Care Center is open, featuring a new, multidisciplinary care team.
To the right of defendant Jesse Wilson is one of his defense attorneys, Bill Jones, in Macon County Superior Court on Aug. 10.

To the right of defendant Jesse Wilson is one of his defense attorneys, Bill Jones, in Macon County Superior Court on Aug. 10.

Man admits killing son

Body Franklin – District Attorney Ashley Hornsby Welch said a Franklin man will serve life in prison after admitting Aug.
Andrews water plant operator Pete McNeely discusses valves that have been replaced.

Andrews water plant operator Pete McNeely discusses valves that have been replaced.

Andrews planning big water upgrades

Body Andrews – Water and sewer infrastructure might not be glamorous, but Mayor James Reid considers it the “backbone” of a town.
The T-6 Texan can reach speeds up to 108 mph and has a provision for up to three 0.30-inch machine guns. This aircraft, along with many others, will be on display during the air show at the veterans tribute event coming to Western Carolina Regional Airport on Saturday, Sept. 24.

The T-6 Texan can reach speeds up to 108 mph and has a provision for up to three 0.30-inch machine guns. This aircraft, along with many others, will be on display during the air show at the veterans tribute event coming to Western Carolina Regional Airport on Saturday, Sept. 24.

Welcome Home veterans event promises to be largest in years

Body Andrews – Organizers say Welcome Home – A Tribute to All Who Serve will be the must-attend event of the year.
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K-9 bust results in drugs, guns, money

Body Murphy – A K-9 unit helped seize drugs, guns and money from an area man who has been the subject of an ongoing investigation into the fentanyl crisis plaguing Cherokee and surround