This jewelry was on display at the Murphy Farmers Market from 2 Cats Creations.
Matthew Crawford/advertising@cherokeescout.com A special occurrence took place on Dec. 6, when new Murphy Mayor Tim Radford (center) was joined by the two previous town mayors – Rick Ramsey (right) and Bill Hughes (left). These three men have helped lead the town to much success over the last 24 years, and counting.
Molly Cordell outside of her home in Cherokee County.
Jared Putnam/editor@cherokeescout.com Local resident Jenn Springer talks about why she is concerned about the crypto mining facility on Harshaw Road during the Dec. 6 county commission meeting.
Sgt. T.J. Major with the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office shops with Amrie Chapman during the annual Shop With a Cop event Saturday morning at Walmart in Murphy. Almost 100 children in grades K-5 received a $150 gift card, breakfast, lunch and a bus ride complete with blue sirens at full volume. Photos by Bill Belian/ Contributing Photographer
Abigail Hickman/Staff Correspondent Elizabeth Peters walks her rat terrier, Jazzy.
Anngee Quinones-Belian/Staff Correspondent There was a three-vehicle accident at 12:05 p.m. Saturday in front of the L&N Depot on Hiwassee Street in Murphy. One vehicle was stationary when it was hit, and an elderly woman was taken to the hospital for treatment.
Photos by Bill Belian/Contributing Photographer The EKG Quartet was spotted singing at Marketplace Antiques during the Art Walk in downtown Murphy.
Sam Jokich/Staff Correspondent The float from Murphy Electric Power Board was once again a colorful highlight in the town’s Christmas parade.