Anngee Quinones-Belian/Staff Correspondent Vanessa Teeter, who is homeless, simply wishes that some people had more compassion, realizing it could happen to anyone.
Anngee Quinones-Belian/ Staff Correspondent Richard Millett (left) with Cherokee County Veteran Services in Murphy and Commander Bob Strawhecker with American Legion Post 96 celebrate the 100th birthday of Navy veteran Hoke Henson, each presenting him with a gift.
Anngee Quinones-Belian/Staff Correspondent Jeff Dodd (left) instructs Guy Langellotti on high-frequency radio usage at Fields of the Wood on June 28.
Photos by Nicole Wright/Staff Correspondent Raul Paneto – dressed as the Disney character The Mandalorian, replete with an American flag – offers some out-of-this-world cornhole advice to a group of players during Friday’s annual Town of Andrews Fourth of July celebration.
Photos by Anngee Quinones-Belian/Staff Correspondent Thousands of peanuts peppered the Konehete Veterans Park ball field for the annual July 4th Hometown Celebration in Murphy. Folks were running around, sometimes into each other, in search of the snack and cash prizes.
Photos by Sam Jokich/ Staff Correspondent First Friday Art Walk: The dog days of summer started early during the Art Walk in downtown Murphy on June 7. The monthly event sponsored by the Valley River Arts Guild returns from 5-8 p.m. Friday, July 4, with arts, crafts, food, music, conversation and an opportunity to visit some of the small business establishments that make up the backbone of the local economy. Both humans and canines are always welcome.
Anngee Quinones-Belian/Staff Correspondent The Grape Creek Volunteer Fire Department is giving away smoke alarms with a 10-year battery life to anyone who needs them. Early warning is key to protecting your home and family. Even if you do not live in the Grape Creek area, if you need a smoke alarm call Fire Chief Alan Andrews at 828-361-3979.
This is the front page of the July 2, 1964, edition of the Cherokee Scout, which was 61 years ago today.
The American Association of State Troopers has kicked off the 2025 America’s Best-Looking Cruiser Contest, and the N.C. Highway Patrol will be represented again this year with a special photo submission in honor of western North Carolina. The contest started Monday and ends at 5 p.m. July 11. This year’s photo submission was taken atop the observation deck at Chimney Rock State Park in Rutherford County. The patrol’s Ford Mustang and Ford Police Interceptor Utility are displayed as First Sgt. J. E. Reid, di