Mason Lovingood is six months older than Ralston Hogsed, but is shown here already heartily enjoying their friendship as babies.

Roy Clifford Walls, age 43 of Murphy, passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023 in Cherokee County.

10 hours ago · Cannon Crompton/[email protected] Myca Mustin of Andrews shoots a three-pointer against Tuscola on Jan. 29.

13 hours ago · Andrews sweeps Swain, Lady Cats fall. Cannon Crompton/[email protected] Gabe Clark of Andrews shoots a 3-pointer against Hayesville on Jan. 21.

10 hours ago · Eagles topple Bobcats at home. Hiwassee Dam – It was a winning week for the varsity basketball teams in Hiwassee Dam as they defeated Blue Ridge Early College on Friday night.

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Jan 8, 2025 · THE CHEROKEE SCOUT. Mailing Address: 89 Sycamore St. Murphy, NC 28906 Phone: 828-837-5122 Fax: 828-837-5832

Dec 30, 2024 · Workers replace water pipes along Tennessee Street in downtown Murphy. The infrastructure work was done in advance of the planned installation of a roundabout at the intersection of Valley River Avenue, Peachtree Street, Hiwassee Street and Tennessee Street.

Jan 28, 2025 · THE CHEROKEE SCOUT. Mailing Address: 89 Sycamore St. Murphy, NC 28906 Phone: 828-837-5122 Fax: 828-837-5832

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