Lauren Cochran of Andrews pitches against Hiwassee Dam last season on April 29, 2025.

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I fully support everything ICE is doing in America.

Mirroring statewide results, Cherokee County voters picked Democrat Roy Cooper and Republican Michael Watley for U.S. senator; and Democrat Jamie Ager and incumbent Republican Chuck Edwards for ...

Murphy – New head librarian Erika Gibby brings to the job an appreciation for small-town living and further innovations to the Murphy Public Library. Gibby grew up in Jac... Premium Content is ...

After winning the Little Smoky Mountain Conference, the Hiwassee Dam boys varsity basketball team was seeded No. 9 in the state 1A playoffs. They defeated Rosman at home in the first round, ...

Modern technology is supposed to offer speed and convenience; however, sometimes it is more frustrating than helpful.

Belian/Staff Correspondent After years of dedicated service to the Murphy Public Library, the time came Feb. 25 for head librarian Melissa Barker to retire. About 20 people gathered at El Maguey ...

Hiwassee Dam – After a 74-year-old Cross Creek Lane woman was found dead by sheriff’s deputies, three dogs – two pit bulls and a Great Pyrenees – were seized and suspected ... Premium Content is ...

Leash law violation: Two dogs were off their leashes at Billy Joe Derreberry’s residence in this photo taken in September 2024. Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to ...

Murphy – Cherokee County Commissioner Ben Adams has vowed that the 10 months remaining in his term will be spent bringing up important issues that the board has failed to address ...