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Week of May 29, 2005

Concert: Martha's Trouble -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- June 3, 2005

Posted by johndilbeck on Friday, June 3 2005 at 2:41 PM

(Context Tag: Brasstown NC) Martha's Trouble will be in concert at 7:30 pm on Friday, June 3, 2005, at the Daily Grind and Wine in The Shoppes of Murphy in downtown Murphy, NC.

Free Concert: Betty Smith, Traditional Southern Folk Music -- Brasstown, NC 28902 -- June 3, 2005

Posted by johndilbeck on Friday, June 3 2005 at 2:40 PM

(Context Tag: Brasstown NC) Betty Smith, one of the foremost interpreters of traditional Southern folk music, will be featured in concert at 7:30 pm on Friday, June 3, 2005, at the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, NC.

Widely acclaimed, Betty Smith has sung from Florida to New York, Vancouver to England, sharing her extensive repertoire of Southern, Appalachian and British ballads, folksongs, hymns, and children's songs and games.

Singing unaccompanied or accompanying herself on guitar, mountain dulcimer,and autoharp, she has delighted audiences of all kinds through personal appearances and her recordings for the Folk Legacy, June Appal, and Bluff Mountain Music labels. She is the recipient of many music and folklore awards, including the Brown-Hudson Folklore Citation of the North Carolina Folklore Society and is listed in the Mountain Music Hall of Fame.

The concert will be in the festival barn.

The public is welcome to enjoy a public exhibition of Folk School student crafts from 6:40 pm - 7:00 pm in the Keith House community room, where the concert will be held in the event of bad weather.

Those attending are urged to park near Keith House or the dining hall and walk to the festival barn where a few handicapped parking spaces are available. There will be a limited number of folding chairs as well as hay bale seating, so audience members may wish to bring a lawn chair or blanket.

Admission is free.

The Folk School Craft Shop will be open until 7:30 pm.

Upcoming Folk School concert performers include the Patchwork String Band on Friday, June 17, 2005, and Steve Hickman and John Devine on Friday, June 24, 2005.

The Folk School concert schedule is available on the web at www.folkschool.org. For more information, call the Folk School at 828-837-2775 or 1-800-FOLK-SCH.

115 years of community service: Cherokee Scout Newspaper -- Murphy, NC 28906

Posted by johndilbeck on Friday, June 3 2005 at 1:10 PM

(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Patty Little, a Culberson resident, will mark 17 years as a Cherokee Scout associate in July.

She started as a reporter, became assistant editor, then served as editor for 10 years.

After taking time off, Patty returned to the Scout in circulation. "I'm still an avid Scout reader and supporter," she says.

Patty and her son, Jason, 18, also operate a lawn-mowing service and are developing part of their farm for cabin rentals.

To learn more about the Cherokee Scout, visit TheCherokeeScout.com.

In Concert: Eddie Kirkland -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- June 3-4, 2005

Posted by johndilbeck on Friday, June 3 2005 at 12:58 PM

(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Eddie Kirkland will be live in concert at Murphy's Blues Revue, behind the Mountain Vista Inn at 78 Terrace Drive.

The doors open at 7:30 pm and performances will start at 9:00 pm on Friday and Saturday, June 3-4, 2005.

Private membership is $20 per night, which includes an appetizer buffet.

For more information, call 828-361-8852 or see www.MurphysBluesRevue.com.

ERA Carolina Mountain Homes Announces Top Agents -- Murphy, NC 28906

Posted by johndilbeck on Friday, June 3 2005 at 12:40 PM

(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Heather Posey and Michelle Spies have been recognized as the top agents for April at ERA Carolina Mountain Homes.

Posey was the top listing agent and Spies was recognized as number one in selling.

Joan Posey, owner/broker, congratulates both for attaining their high goals.

Western Carolina Real Estate Co Announces Top Agents -- Murphy, NC 28906

Posted by johndilbeck on Friday, June 3 2005 at 11:56 AM

(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Dee Matthews and Joe Jones were the top listing and selling agents for April, 2005, at Western Carolina Real Estate Co., Inc.

Dee Matthews was the top sales agent for the month by closing the most transactions in April. Matthews joined Western Carolina Real Estate in August 2004.

Joe Jones was the top listing agent for April. He listed the highest number of new properties in and around the Murphy area. Jones joined Western Carolina Real Estate full-time in February 2005.

Johnny Prather, broker/owner, congratulates both Jones and Matthews on their accomplishments.

Real Estate Agents Earn Accredited Buyer Representative Designation -- Murphy, NC 28906

Posted by johndilbeck on Friday, June 3 2005 at 11:33 AM

(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Jessica Ritz, David Ritz, Dennis Hamma, Steve Chetsas, and Diane Cook have earned Accredited Buyer Representative status.

To earn this designation, the agents completed an extensive classroom training program on buyer agency practices and proceedures and then passed a written examination. The agents attended the class, taught by Sylvia Shellnut, from May 13 - 15, 2005 in Blairsville, Georgia.

Murphy Mountain Realty Earns President's Award -- Murphy, NC 28906

Posted by johndilbeck on Friday, June 3 2005 at 10:33 AM

(Context Tag: Murphy NC) First quarter statistics released from United Country Real Estate's home office in Kansas City, MO, reveal that United Country Murphy Mountain Realty has reached the company's President's Round Table Award level for sales excellence for January to March, 2005.

Leann Chastain, owner/broker, operates the office, which will celebrate its first anniversary with United Country in June.

Staff include associate brokers Brenda Crisp, Sandra Bloomer, and Michael Beerli.

Sales agents include Renee Holloway and Connie Lewkowicz.

Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events -- Murphy, NC 28906

Posted by johndilbeck on Friday, June 3 2005 at 9:46 AM

(Context Tag: Murphy NC) The Cherokee County North Carolina Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the following events:

June 1, 2005

• Ribbon cutting ceremony at Hidden Closet Quality Consignment Shop at 3:00 pm on Wednesday, at the Valley Village Shopping Center in the old J. C. Penney building.
  
  
• Ribbon cutting ceremony at North Carolina State Employees Credit Union at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, across the street from the Valley Village Shopping Center.

• Ribbon cutting ceremony at Smoky Mountain Holding at 1:30 pm on Tuesday on U.S. 64 West, beside Studley Chiropractic Clinic

• Ribbon cutting ceremony at Shook's Marina (new owners) at 10:00 am on Wednesday, at 11003 Joe Brown Highway.

• After Hours business networking at The Pickled Parrot from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm on Thursday, June 9, 2005, in downtown Murphy at 26A Valley River Ave.

• Rededication of the Cherokee County North Carolina Chamber of Commerce building from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm on Friday, June 17, 2005, at 805 U.S. 64 West in Murphy, to honor Dot Mason, the chamber's first executive director.

Debra Mathis Joins Western Carolina Real Estate Co -- Murphy, NC 28906

Posted by johndilbeck on Friday, June 3 2005 at 9:03 AM

(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Debra Carl Mathis is the newest addition to the team at Western Carolina Real Estate Co., Inc., according to broker Johnny Prather.

Mathis grew up in south Florida and has lived in Cherokee County, NC, for eight years. She has been in counseling the last 10 years and is excited about her transition into real estate, Prather said.

She has been married to her husband, Charles, for two years. They have nine children and enjoy spending time together as a family. They have one grandchild and another on the way.

National Heritage Area Conference -- Western North Carolina

Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, June 2 2005 at 10:46 PM

(Context Tag: western North Carolina) A group of regional representatives from the Far West Mountain Economic Partners attended the Balancing Nature and Commerce in the Gateway Communities of Western North Carolina leadership conference on May 3-6, 2005.

The conference was the next step in the strategic heritage development plan written last year by a committee of the Partners' Heritage Tourism team and regional representatives for the newly-designated Blue Ridge National Heritage Area.

The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area, representing 25 counties covering 10,000 square miles, was established by the United States Congress on November 10, 2003 as the nation's 24th National Heritage Area.

Far West Mountain Economic Partners, a nonprofit regional economic development organization, has been a driving force to implement the initiative in Cherokee, Clay, Graham and Swain counties, in conjunction with the Qualla Boundary.

A National Heritage Area is a place designated by Congress where natural, cultural, historic, and recreational resources combine to form a nationally distinctive landscape arising from patterns of human activity shaped by geography and traditions.

Board members, team members, and staff attending the conference included Glenn and Ann Tatum representing Andrews Chamber of Commerce, David and Kirsten Goldhagen of Goldhagen Art Glass Studios, Debbie Jackson representing Clay County NC Chamber of Commerce, Connie Southard representing Swain County Chamber of Commerce, past board president Claudie Burchfield representing Graham County Economic Development, and Partners Interim Executive Director Gwen Caeli of Cherokee County. Partners' affiliates representing the Qualla Boundary were Robert Jumper and Alicia Wildcatt with the Marketing and Promotion office of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians.

The Heritage Area initiative is a primary goal of Far West Mountain Economic Partners' Heritage Tourism team to increase opportunities for artists, crafters, musicians, and businesses related to the tourism industry.

In addition to the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area, other conference sponsors were The Conservation Fund, Advantage West, the Center for Regional Development at Western Carolina University, and the North Carolina Department of Commerce.

With the unique natural resources located in our mountains and national treasures such as the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and the Appalachian Trail, conference attendees focused on strategic planning for land conservation, building civic engagement, building long-term partnerships, cultural heritage development and management, and sustainable tourism.

Far West Mountain Economic Partners is located in Andrews, NC. For membership information, contact fwpartners@verizon.net or call 828-321-2929 or toll-free at 877-321-2929.

Hiwassee Dam Students Raise Funds for Community Recreation -- Hiwassee Dam Community

Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, June 2 2005 at 9:13 PM

(Context Tag: Cherokee County NC) Hiwassee Dam High School students raise funds for the new recreation center in Murphy, NC.

Dustin Berry, Latin Club president; Michelle Garland, National Honor Society president; and Caleb Pope, National Honor Society vice-president, recently presented Hiwassee Valley Recreation Committee representative Virginia Mattox with two $100 checks.

Each club held special fundraisers to commemorate their achievements in service and academics in the form of engraved bricks that will be a permanent part of the new facility.

Any organization that would like to do the same may call the pool committee's office at 828-835-8909.

Second Graders Study Bluebird Population -- Murphy, NC 28906

Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, June 2 2005 at 7:57 PM

(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Second grade students at Murphy Elementary School in Carol Reid's classroom are learning how to help rebuild the bluebird population.

Students have two birdhouses on the school campus. The houses are on metal poles so predators cannot disturb the nest. Students are learning to monitor the birdhouses every day or at least weekly. Bees and wasps must be removed from the houses.

The young birds that hatch and fly away are counted and the totals are reported to the North Carolina Bluebird Society.

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People -- Peachtree Community -- June 11, 2005

Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, June 2 2005 at 9:03 AM

(Context Tag: Murphy NC) It may seem impossible, but thousands have learned the secret of how to play piano without lots of lessons and note reading. If you've ever wondered how it's done, mark Saturday, June 11, 2005, 10:00 am on your calendar.

That's when Tri-County Community College brings Deborah Belcher in to teach her nationally-renowned Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People workshop.

Belcher's approach reveals how the pros play. A professional pianist whose performances range from classical concerts to pop and easy listening at parties, Belcher will share piano player's tricks of the trade. When asked how this method differs from her traditional teaching, Belcher replies, "While the traditional (classical) approach demands long-term discipline and precision in piano playing, this approach stresses enjoyment and getting great sounds early on. This 'pain-free' method is more suitable for pop music of all kinds, from Broadway to rhythm and blues, and even hymn-playing."

While knowing how to read treble clef is an asset, many students take the workshop with no prior musical experience. Students will learn how to use chords instead of traditional note-by-note music reading. They'll learn to use sheet music in an entirely new way that is extremely simple, and they'll discover many of the magical shortcuts the pros use to enhance their playing. After this workshop each student will know the secret of playing any pop tune with both hands using this system.

Anyone interested in taking the workshop is welcome to send for a free pamphlet on reading treble clef titled How to Read Music Notation in just 30 Minutes. Send a self-addressed, stamped number 10 envelope to: SMI, 31 Killian Road, Asheville, NC 28804.

This three-hour workshop will be held on the Murphy campus of Tri-County Community College. Fees include a registration fee of $42 and a materials fee of $25.

Pre-registration and pre-payment of the $42 registration is required.

For more information and to pre-register for this piano workshop scheduled for Saturday, June 11, 2005, call the Continuing Education Division of Tri-County Community College at 828-835-4313, or the Graham County Center at 828-479-9256.

(Deborah Belcher will be teaching this workshop in other places in western North Carolina. See the schedule for more information.)

31st Annual North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival -- Cherokee, NC -- June 16-18, 2005

Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, June 2 2005 at 8:08 AM

(Context Tag: Cherokee NC) The 31st Annual North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival will be held in Cherokee, North Carolina, from June 16-18, 2005, at the Happy Holiday Campground, located four miles east of Cherokee on US 19 North.

(Don't miss Earl Scruggs on Friday, June 17, 2005.)

Performers include:

Thursday, June 16th, 2005

• Blueridge -12:00 noon and 5:00 p.m.
  
• The Gary Waldrep Band - 12:50 p.m. and 5:50 p.m.
  
• The Country Gentlemen - 1:40 p.m. and 6:40 p.m.
  
• Lost and Found - 2:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.
  
• Ronnie Reno & The Reno Tradition - 3:20 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
  
• Ralph Stanley and The Clinch Mountain Boys - 7:30 p.m. (one 90 minute performance)

• The Suggins Brothers - 12:00 noon and 5:00 p.m.
  
• Curtis Blackwell & The Dixie Bluegrass Boys - 12:45 p.m. and 5:45 p.m.
  
• The Bluegrass Brothers - 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
  
• The Josh Crowe Band - 2:20 p.m. and 7:15 p.m.
  
• Jesse McReynolds & The Virginia Boys - 3:10 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
  
• The Legendary Earl Scruggs - 8:00 p.m. (one 90 minute performance)

• The Tennessee Heart Strings Band - 12:00 noon and 5:00 p.m.
  
• Raymond Fairchild and the Maggie Valley Boys - 12:45 p.m. and 5:45 p.m.
  
• David Peterson & 1946 - 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
  
• Bobby Osborne & The Rocky Top X-press - 2:15 p.m. and 7:15 p.m.
  
• Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver - 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
  
• Mike Snider - 9:00 p.m. (one 90 minute performance)

Harley Davidson Drill Team To Perform -- Andrews, NC 28901 -- July 2, 2005

Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, June 2 2005 at 6:42 AM

(Context Tag: Andrews NC) The Fort Lauderdale Harley Davidson Drill Team will be performing at the first annual Cherokee County Cycles bike event on Saturday, July 2, 2005, at 6:30 pm.

(Correction: When originally published on June 2, 2005, this article mistakenly said the event would be on July 3, 2005. That is incorrect. The actual date is Saturday, July 2, 2005.)

The all-day event will feature a ride-in bike show, car show, food and other surprises. Bruss Rossmyer's Fort Lauderdale Harley Davidson Drill Team was formed in 2003 to show the capabilities of riding the Harley Davidson motorcycle to the limits.

Through rider education and awareness, each member who performs with the team strengthens their riding skills and command of their motorcycle while entertaining thousands and improving the worldwide Harley Davidson lifestyle.

All members volunteer their time, motorcycle, money -- and in some cases their health -- to enjoy competitive drill team riding while creating long-lasting bonds of friendship between each other and their fans. Each member of the Fort Lauderdale Harley Davidson Drill Team has been involved in countless charity events, parades, fundraisers, and festivals.

For more information, contact Jim Payne at 561-441-8410 or via email at jim@flhdt.com

Cherokee County Cycles, 14660 US Highway 19, Andrews, North Carolina 28901

Telephone: 828-321-0499

Wal-Mart Supports Local Volunteer Work -- Cherokee County, NC

Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, June 2 2005 at 6:06 AM

(Context Tag: Cherokee County NC) Wal-Mart supports employees who donate more than 25 hours in a six-month period as volunteers to needy organizations, through the company's "volunteerism always pays" and "matching grants" programs.

Friends of the Moss Memorial Library received a $1,000 matching grant on April 28, 2005. The donation was raised with the help of Lee Brown, stationery department managere, and members of Friends of the Moss Memorial Library.

"Our associates were thrilled to partner with the Friends of the Moss Memorial Library to raise funds for a worthwhile cause," said Nadine Lance, Wal*Mart Assistant Manager. "The money will be used for programs in the local community and we are glad to support the organization."

The community matching grants program is the largest program funded by the Wal*Mart/Sam's Club Foundation.

This program involves fundraising efforts by not-for-profit organizations with the participation of Wal*Mart Associates.

Groups receiving a $250 donation through Wal*Mart's "volunteerism always pays" program include the following:

• Ranger Volunteer Fire Department -- Tommy Rhodes, sales associate, is a volunteer with the department
  
• Special Olympics of Cherokee County, NC -- Sharon Moss, department manager of frozen foods, volunteers her time with the group
  
• North Georgia Mountain Crisis Network -- Walter Vines, lawn and garden associate, is a volunteer with this network

Benefit: Fannie Mae Ware -- Hiwassee Dam Community -- June 11, 2005

Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, June 2 2005 at 5:31 AM

(Context Tag: Cherokee County NC) A benefit is planned for Fannie Mae Ware on Saturday, June 11, 2005, at the Hiwassee Dam Community Center.

Action will start with a yard sale from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm followed by a cake walk from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm and hamburger or hot dog plate dinner for $3 a plate.

An auction will follow.

Board of Health Meeting -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- June 6, 2005

Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, June 2 2005 at 5:20 AM

The Board of Health meeting that was scheduled for May 23, 2005, has been changed to 5:30 pm on Monday, June 6, 2005.

For more information, call Dana Anderson at 828-837-7486

115 years of community service: Cherokee Scout Newspaper -- Murphy, NC 28906

Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, June 2 2005 at 5:05 AM

(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Ann Oliver, a native of Cherokee County, NC, has been an associate of the Cherokee Scout for 14 years.

She started as an inserter, then worked in circulation before moving into bookkeeping.

Ann says of her years at the Scout, "It's been a good place to work."

Ann and her husband, Steve, have two children and six grandchildren. "So, I'm busy," she says.

To learn more about the Cherokee Scout, visit TheCherokeeScout.com.

Ribbon Cutting: Murphy Motors -- Murphy, NC 28906

Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, June 2 2005 at 4:51 AM

(Context Tag: Murphy NC) The Cherokee County North Carolina Chamber of Commerce sponsored a ribbon cutting on May 11, 2005, for Murphy Motors, one of the county's newest businesses and a new chamber member.

Don Faircloth and his partner Larry Gayson cut the ribbon.

Murphy Motors offers a selection of used vehicles and is located at 316 Peachtree Street, Murphy, NC.

Attending the ribbon cutting ceremony were Roland Harold, Cindi Harold, Mark Weinreich, Lorie Murphy, Paula Watson, Ruben Williams, Executive Director Sande Kimball, Rod Springer, Don and Pat Faircloth, Vickie and Larry Gayson, Bill Vespasian, Murphy Mayor Bill Hughes, Barbara Hughes, and Glenda Cheeks.

To contact Murphy Motors, call 828-837-5000.

Ribbon Cutting: MyFavoritePlace -- Murphy, NC 28906

Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, June 2 2005 at 4:27 AM

(Context Tag: Murphy NC) MyFavoritePlace had a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 10, 2005, marking the official opening of the candle, scent, and tanning bed operation.

The business is sandwiched between Rib Country and Dave's Auto Sales on US 64 West.

Friends, well-wishers and Cherokee County North Carolina Chamber of Commerce staff and board members helped owner Donna Forrest with the ribbon cutting.

Attending were Board President Marvin Raper, Hanneke Wasserman, Billie Trantham, Arlene Ferguson, Executive Director Sande Kimball, Chamber Ambassador Chris Collins, and Chamber Ambassador Mickey Maennle.

David Brown, Guest Chef -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- June 2, 2005

Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, June 2 2005 at 4:09 AM

(Context Tag: Murphy NC) David Brown, publisher of the Cherokee Scout, will be the Hawaiian luau's guest chef on Thursday, June 2, 2005, at The Longhouse Restaurant and Bar.

Proceeds will benefit Christian Love Ministries.

For more information, call the restaurant at 828-837-1762.

A Portal for Cherokee County, NC Redesign Complete

Posted by johndilbeck on Monday, May 30 2005 at 7:21 PM

As you may, or may not, know, CherokeeCountyNC.com was hacked on May 10 and 12, 2005, by a very misguided person in Cairo, Egypt.

Many articles were deleted, the forum was corrupted, obscene messages were posted, and months of hard work were destroyed in only a few hours.

After researching this problem, I learned that PHP-Nuke, the content management system I'd been using to develop the site, is prone to this type of hacking attack.

I decided I had to redesign the site for long-term success. Over the next couple of weeks, I worked over 200 hours to completely rebuild the site using tools that would be much less likely to be hacked.

I apologize for the disruption and the fact that your bookmarks may no longer work for you, but, in the long run, this should be a positive development for the site and for posting information about Cherokee County, NC, and the people who live, learn, work, and play here and for those who would like to travel or move here in the future.

We have a lot to offer in Cherokee County,NC, and it is my goal to help you publicize what you are doing to a world-wide audience.

Thanks for ignoring the debris while I knocked out the walls and rebuilt everything.

Now, it's time to get back to work and catch up on the last two weeks of what has been happening here.

Thank you for visiting, and I hope you will support my sponsors who make the site possible.

All the best,

JD

Top Real Estate Producers Announced -- Murphy, NC 28906

Posted by johndilbeck on Monday, May 30 2005 at 6:49 PM

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Joey Reid and Randy Dockery are the top producers for April, 2005, at Appalachian Land Co. in Murphy, NC, said Steve and Jo Crowe, owners/brokers.

The top sales agent was Randy Dockery, and Joey Reid and Randy Dockery tied for top listing agent.

Dockery has been a realtor with Appalachian Land since 1990.

"Through his hard work and excellent customer service, he continues as a company top producer," the Crowes said.

Reid bagan his career with the company in 1991.

Cherokee Scout: 115 Years of Community Service -- Murphy, NC 28906

Posted by johndilbeck on Monday, May 30 2005 at 6:46 PM

(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Danny Hughes, who has lived in the area for 34 years, has been an associate of the Cherokee Scout for 21 years.

He started in the press room catching papers as they rolled off the press, then worked in production and delivery.

He has one daughter and son-in-law, Nicole and Ryan Plemmons, and grandson Auston Taylor.

Danny likes to spend time with his dogs, Neo and Peggy, and his grandson.

To learn more about the Cherokee Scout, see TheCherokeeScout.com.

Cherokee County Chamber After Hours -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 19, 2005

Posted by johndilbeck on Monday, May 30 2005 at 6:45 PM

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce After Hours will be held from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm on Thursday, May 19, 2005, at Lynd'l Kays and StarScapes, 36 Tennessee St., beside the Henn Theater in downtown Murphy, NC.

Bring business cards and other details to share.

Call the Chamber of Commerce at 828-837-2242 for more information.

Appalachian Heritage Alliance Civil War Program -- Topton, NC 28781 -- May 19 and 22, 2005

Posted by johndilbeck on Monday, May 30 2005 at 6:42 PM

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(Context Tag: Topton NC) Appalachian Heritage Alliance will present a Civil War program at 6:00 pm on Thursday, May 19, 2005, and at 2:00 pm on Sunday, May 22, 2005, at the Topton Community Center in Topton, NC.

Cost is $10 for dinner, music, vendors, collectors, and program on Thursday.

Cost is $5 for vendors, collectors, and program on Sunday.

For more information, call 828-321-9030.

Farmers sought for medicinal herb project -- North Carolina

Posted by johndilbeck on Monday, May 30 2005 at 6:40 PM

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(Context Tag: North Carolina) Farmers interested in growing medicinal herbs are being sought for a project designed to determine whether herbs can be a viable commodity on North Carolina farms.

The Medicinal Herbs for Commerce project is part of the North Carolina Specialty Crops Program, a cooperative effort of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at North Carolina State University and the Marketing Division of the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. It is based at N.C. State's Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center in Fletcher.

Applications are being accepted from farmers interested in participating in the second year of the project. Farmers who are selected must agree to meet with the project coordinator at their farm as necessary, maintain production records through the course of the project, keep accurate financial records and receipts for the development of budgets and be willing to host a field day for other growers and extension agents.

In return, growers will get agricultural, technical, and direct marketing assistance plus the seeds necessary to produce and market top-quality medicinal herbs. Project staff will also help growers contact buyers and market herbs. Farmers from throughout North Carolina are eligible to participate. While all types of farmers are eligible, the project is geared toward tobacco growers and developing medicinal herbs as an alternative crop for tobacco.

Thirty farmers will be selected. They must agree to grow at least an acre of herbs. Applications must be postmarked by May 15. More information and applications are available online at ncherb.org. Information is also available from Woody Woodward, project coordinator, at 828.684.3562 or woody_woodward@ncsu.edu.

The project began in March 2004 with funding from the North Carolina Tobacco Trust Fund Commission and the N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services. This year the project is funded by the Tobacco Trust Fund, Golden LEAF and the North Carolina Rural Center. Last year, 17 growers from 15 counties grew purple coneflower, California poppy, valerian and dandelions. The crops were chosen for their market potential and compatibility with existing tobacco cultivation equipment.

"We were looking for new crops for tobacco growers that didn't require expensive inputs and could use existing resources," explained Dr. Jeanine Davis, associate professor of horticultural science at N.C. State and North Carolina Cooperative Extension specialist. Davis is the project director and Specialty Crops Program coordinator.

"I didn't have to buy any equipment for this project," said cooperating farmer Peggy Garrett of Person County. Most growers were able to simply plug a different crop into their tried-and-true production systems.

"I had been looking for something to help me on the farm and keep me going," said Randy Ball, a participating grower from Vance County. "This project gave me the opportunity to reach out and expand [beyond tobacco]."

"It was a good thing, sort of a life saver because of the tobacco issue," Garrett added. Thus far, six growers have sold their California poppy crop (fresh and dried), five growers sold their echinacea crop, and the dandelion and valerian growers have their crops pre-sold and will ship once they are harvested.

Herb brokering and manufacturing companies including Botanical Supply, Gaia Herbs, Ridge Runner Trading Co., and Strategic Sourcing, all based in North Carolina, and Triarco Industries, of New Jersey, are an integral part of the project. They offer invaluable advice, participate in conference calls and field days and purchase herbs.

"Together, partners involved with this project are building a strong network of medicinal herb growers and buyers, all the while building North Carolina's reputation as a state that produces superior quality raw materials for a growing natural products industry," said Woodward, the project coordinator.

See, also, N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services Marketing Division.

New Certified Roadside Farm Market program -- North Carolina

Posted by johndilbeck on Monday, May 30 2005 at 6:35 PM

(Context Tag: North Carolina) North Carolina farmers who operate roadside stands and primarily sell their own fruits and vegetables or their neighbors’ commodities to participate in a new program aimed at boosting sales and increasing curb appeal.

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is beginning a new Certified Roadside Farm Market program to help consumers easily locate roadside stands selling commodities that are fresh from North Carolina farms.

“Selling directly to consumers is a great market for farmers, and allows consumers to enjoy the freshest fruits and vegetables available,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “Our goal with this program is to help farmers draw even more shoppers to their stands by providing signs that clearly identify a location with North Carolina products.”

Growers who sign up to participate in the program will receive a metal “Certified Roadside Farm Market” sign to display, a marketing kit with posters and price cards to use in their displays, and suggestions on market appearance, product quality, displays and other marketing tips. In addition, participating farm markets will be listed on the NCDA&CS’ NCFarmFresh.com Web site, where consumers can search for local farms selling produce in their areas.

“Curb appeal is important in attracting potential customers, and we want to help farmers who operate their own roadside stands to maximize their exposure and draw,” Troxler said.

As part of the program, farmers must grow 51 percent of the commodities they sell. Operators are encouraged to sell other locally grown products, too. The program is free, and the Department hopes to send out signs and marketing kits by mid-May. Farmers with roadside stands can sign up at anytime.

To participate, operators will need to fill out an application form. To learn more about the program or to sign up, contact Ross Williams, assistant director of marketing, at (919) 733-7887 or e-mail him at ross.williams@ncmail.net.

See, also, NC Farm Fresh listings for Cherokee County, NC.

4-H Summer Day Camps -- Cherokee County, NC

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) There will be eight 4-H day camps in Cherokee County this year and youth may attend one or more of them. Each day camp will accept up to 12 youth at different age levels and costs, and they are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Registration for the 2005 4-H summer day camps has begun.

Attendees will learn about some of the things 4-H members do, but they do not have to be, or become, a memeber to attend a day camp.

All day camps are open to youth regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, or disability.

Shannon Coleman is Cherokee County's Extension Service 4-H, Family and Consumer Education Assistant Agent, and she says, "4-H is the world's largest youth serving organization with more than 6 million participants nationally. It involves all 50 states and more than 80 countries worldwide. 4-H has opportunities for youth ages 5-18. It offers more than 200 projects and activities to choose from. 4-H is everywhere -- towns, cities, farms, suburbs, schools, churches, homes, and communities -- but most of all 4-H is fun. At 4-H day camps, youth can experience just how much fun 4-H really is."

A registration packet can be picked up at the office of the N.C. Cooperative Extension, 39 Peachtree Street, Murphy, NC. The deadline for registering for all local 4-H day camps is Friday, June 3. Early registration is suggested because space is limited.

Camps, costs and dates:

• 4-H Summer Fun Day Camp, Unaka Community, June 14-17, 2005, ages 6-12, cost $20
  
• Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs, June 20-23 and June 27-29, ages 7-18, cost $35
  
• West District 4-H Forestry Day, June 24, ages 9-15, cost $15
  
• My Manners Matter, July 12-14, ages 7-18, cost $12
  
• My Cherokee County, July 19, ages 5-18, cost $5
  
• Horsin' Around, July 21, ages 5-18, cost $5
  
• 4-H Summer Fun Day Camp, Hiwassee Dam, July 26-28, ages 6-12, cost $20
  
• 4-H Junior Master Gardeners, August 1-5 and August 8-12, ages 9-13, cost $35

New Boating Law: Personal Floatation Devices Required -- North Carolina

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(Context Tag: North Carolina) The N. C. Wildlife Resources Commission announced a new law regarding children and boating.

The new law requires children under the age of 13 to wear a U. S. Coast Guard approved personal floatation device of the proper size while boating.

The law adds that they must wear the floatation device if the boat is under way, not anchored or tied up.

The only exceptions are for children who are below deck or inside an enclosed cabin.

North Carolina Wildlife Enforcement officers will be issuing citations on all public waterways for boaters violating the law.

"The intent of this law is to reduce the number of children who drown each year because they were not wearing a PFD," wildlife officer Tim Lominac said.

Annual Kids Fishing Derby -- Cherokee County, NC -- June 4, 2005

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(Context Tag: Cherokee County NC) The U. S. Forest Service, the N. C. Cooperative Extension Service 4-H program, and local sponsors are offering a day of fishing for area kids at Cherokee Lake, from 7:30 am to noon on Saturday, June 4, 2005.

Kids ages 12 and under are invited to the annual Fishing Derby at the lake, which is handicap accessible.

Parents can pre-register their kids at the U. S. Forest Service office in Murphy, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Registration at the site will begin at 7:00 am.

All children at the event have to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Snacks, drinks and fishing bait will be provided, but each angler needs to bring their own rods.

Due to limited space on the pier, volunteers might be used to aid the kids ages 7-12. Kids ages 6 and under will fish from the bank with parental supervision.

For more information, call the U. S. Forest Service at 828-837-5152.

Gymnastics Summer Registration -- Andrews, NC 28901 -- Call now

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(Context Tag: Andrews NC) Andrews Gymnastics Center is accepting registrations now for summer classes and summer camps.

Summer Classes

• Preschool
  
• Beginners
  
• Progressive
  
• Boys and Girls Programs
  
• Competitive Programs
  
• Tumbling

• Half Day, 9:00 am - noon
  
• Full Day, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  
• Gymnastics instructions, arts and crafts, games, relays, sport drills, tumble track
  
• Fun for everyone age 5 and up

Dirt Track Racing Every Saturday -- Brasstown, NC 28902 -- May - Sept, 2005

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(Context Tag: Brasstown NC) Dirt track excitement every Saturday night, May through September, at Tri-County Racetrack in Brasstown, NC.

Super late model, limited late models, modified hobby, street hobby, modified pony and stock pony.

Pits open at 4:00 pm, Grandstands at 5:00 pm, Racing at 7:30 pm. Admission for adults is $10, Seniors $7, Kids 11 and under are free. Pit pass is $20.

For more information, call 828-837-3815.

This season's schedule is:

May 2005

• 7 - Season opening night
  
• 14 - Racing in all divisions
  
• 21 - Racing in all divisions
  
• 28 - Racing in all divisions; championship points starts in all divisions

• 4 - Modified hobby championship night plus racing in all other divisions
  
• 11 - Racing in all divisions
  
• 18 - Racing in all divisions
  
• 25 - Stock pony championship night plus racing in all divisions

• 2 - Racing in all divisions
  
• 9 - Second annual Colortyme Firecracker 40. Fireworks plus racing in all divisions
  
• 16 - Racing in all divisions
  
• 23 - Racing in all divisions
  
• 30 - Street hobby championship plus racing in all divisions

• 6 - Third annual Race for Literacy, limited late model special, plus racing in all divisions
  
• 13 - Racing in all divisions
  
• 20 - Racing in all divisions
  
• 27 - Modified pony championship night

• 3 - Labor Day season finale -- fireworks and racing in all divisions
  
• 17 - Tony Woody Rodeo

• 3 - Fourth annual Brasstown Fall Festival demolition derby
  
• 6 - Second annual Tar Heel 50 promoted by Racy Cook

New Forum for Western North Carolina

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(Context Tag: western North Carolina) John Dilbeck, owner of Dilbeck Marketing, in his quest to help promote as many people, organizations, businesses, schools, teams, and other groups in Cherokee County, NC, has founded the Western North Carolina Forum and it is now open for your participation.

As long as what you are doing relates to living, learning, working, playing or visiting in western North Carolina (loosely defined as the mountain region of our beautiful state), you are welcome to come tell us about what you are doing or ask questions about your topics of interest.

All are welcome to participate and there is no charge. All you have to do is register. After confirming that you have entered a real email address to try to eliminate as many spammers as possible, you will be able to post to the forum. Anonymous posting is not allowed and anyone posting any abusive messages will be banned from the board.

Let's all play nice in the shiny new sandbox!

Please don't email or mail me things and ask me to post them for you. Do it yourself. If you know how to email it, you can learn how to post it in just minutes. The Western North Carolina Forum is a place for all of us to participate, not just me.

Volunteers Needed To Help Children -- Western North Carolina

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(Context Tag: western North Carolina) Every day in the 30th Judicial District, a child is abused or neglected in one form or another.

For that child, the world is often a dark place, and the innocence of childhood is shattered.

Concerned citizens often ask what they can do to help the community and children in it, and what impact they can make.

The answer is that everyone can make a difference.

The Guardian ad Litem program is searching for special people who are willing to give their time and talents to help the life of a child.

With an ever-increasing number of children entering foster care due to abuse or neglect, there is a need for additional volunteers in the 30th Judicial District, which includes the counties of Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Jackson, Macon, and Swain, and includes the Qualla Boundary. No special experience or education is necessary.

All that is needed is an interest in children, be a responsible adult ages 18 or older and pass a criminal background check.

A commitment of 15-29 hours per month is usually the time required.

Flexible group training programs will start in Murphy on Tuesday, May 10, 2005.

Call Mary May, district administrator at the Guardian ad Litem office in Murphy, at 828-837-8003 or 828-321-4056 for more information.

MHS Drama Students Present Original Plays -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 13-14, 2005

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(Context Tag: Brasstown NC) The Murphy High School Drama Department presents the Drama IV End of Class exam production of Mixed Nuts.

Mixed Nuts is a collection of short plays to be performed in the ground floor of Murphy First United Methodist Church at 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm on Saturday, May 14, 2005.

The Drama IV company consists of Jacob Harris, Chloe Anne Davidson, Cody Golden, Jewel Counts, Mark Grant, and Noelle Brown. Each member has written an original work to contribute to the show and is eager to display those never-before-seen abilities.

The public is invited to come witness the most advanced drama class's talent in acting, direction and writing. With plays that range from suspenseful to poignant, to hysterical, cry, laugh, shiver, and, of course, applaud.

The Drama II performance exam will be at 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm on Friday, May 13, 2005, at First United Methodist Church in downtown Murphy. This class will present two one-act plays titled This Phone Will Explode at the Tone and Jealousy Jane.

Tickets are $3 for adults and $2 for students and will be available at the door.

Audience members who see all of the one-acts are eligible to vote for the "Best One-Act" as part of the second annual Masquers Awards on Saturday, May 22, 2005, at The Ballroom.

Brasstown Ringers Play Georgia Concerts -- Brasstown, NC 28902

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(Context Tag: Brasstown NC) Brasstown Ringers will be presenting a concert at 7:00 pm on Friday, May 13, 2005, at the Old Historic Courthouse in Blue Ridge, Georgia, and at 7:30 pm on Saturday, May 14, 2005, at First Presbyterian Church of Marietta, Georgia.

Brasstown Ringers are directed by Pat Meinecke and the members include Suzanne Major, Ida Mae Holcomb, Lori Brunner, Valerie Garrett, Bruce Brunner, Janet Thompson, Steve Holcomb, Elaine Bagley, Deborah Burford, Roger Hove, Glenda Wattenbarger, Sherry Martin, Liza Lawrence, Laura Hove, and Henry Meinecke.

For more information, call 828-837-8822.

In Concert: Maurice John Vaughn -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 6-7, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Maurice John Vaughn will be live in concert at Murphy's Blues Revue, behind the Mountain Vista Inn at 78 Terrace Drive.

The doors open at 7:30 pm and performances will start at 9:00 pm on Friday and Saturday, May 6 & 7, 2005.

Private membership is $20 per night, which includes an appetizer buffet.

For more information, call 828-837-8880 or see www.MurphysBluesRevue.com.

Dialysis Center Plan Public Meeting -- Peachtree Community -- May 12, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) A public meeting with the state Certificate of Need office and representatives from Davita Dialysis and Fresenius Dialysis will be held at 3:30 pm on Thursday, May 12, 2005, in the conference room at Murphy Medical Center.

Dialysis patients in Cherokee, Clay, and Graham counties will have an opportunity to listen to proposals made by each dialysis company and also ask questions or give comments.

The public is urged to attend.

For more information about end stage renal disease, see the Southeastern Kidney Council.

New Business Ribbon Cutting: Murphy Motors -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 11, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held at noon on Wednesday, May 11, 2005, at Murphy Motors, 316 Peachtree Street, Murphy, NC 28906.

For more information, call Murphy Motors at 828-837-5000.

New Businesses Open: Lynd'l Kays and Starscapes -- Murphy, NC 28906

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Two new Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce members team up for a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 23, 2005.

Chamber board, staff, and ambassadors attended along with Murphy Mayor Bill Hughes and a host of well-wishers.

Lyn Marshall of Lynd'l Kays and David Mastifino of Starscapes are the new business owners.

Lynd'l Kays, at 36 Tennessee Street in downtown Murphy, offers a variety of unusual gifts and collectibles.

Mastifino has a demonstration site of his Starscapes business at Lynd'l Kays. Starscapes is a technique of painting a constellation that commemorates a special date in the lives of anyone choosing to have the application done in a home, business, or other location.

To reach Marshall, call 828-835-7844; for Starscapes, call 828-835-3131.

For more information about the benefits of a chamber membership, call 828-837-2242.

New Business Opens: Gifts In a Basket -- Murphy, NC 28906

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Gifts In a Basket, owned by Jane Hensley, is a new business at 93 Tennessee Street in downtown Murphy, NC.

Ribbon cutting ceremonies for the new member of the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce were held on April 28, 2005.

Chamber staff, board members, and well-wishers gathered for a short ceremony and refreshments.

Attending were chamber Executive Director Sande Kimball, chamber Ambassador Barbara Hughes, chamber board Director Kevennie Westmoreland, chamber Ambassador Rod Springer, Murphy Mayor Bill Hughes, Sara Hensley, Marie Spiegel of The Corner Candy Store, Tee Tanney of Sassy's Wardrobe, Jane Hensley, and chamber board Director Kay Tew.

New Officers at Take Off Pounds Sensibly -- Murphy, NC 28906

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) New co-leader Alene Laney, treasurer Monica O'Connell, leader Gerri Rose, secretary Barbara Cook, and weight recorder Linda Memmer are the new officers of Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS).

Marilyn Bostrom, head weight recorder, was in charge of the installation during the group's April meeting at the Glenmary Center in Murphy.

Laboratory Professionals Recognized -- Peachtree Community

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Murphy Medical Center's laboratory professionals are recognized for their work by Southwestern Health System during National Medical Laboratory Week the week of April 24-30, 2005.

Lab professionals include Lisa Bateman, Betty Decker, Wanda Ladd, Amanda Stiles, Cheryl Roberts, Jeanna Crisp, Karen Chamberlain, Pat Hamby, Angela Whitehead, Jeanette Anderson, Ruth Dilbeck, Cheryl English, Kathy Hardin, Karon Lewis, Bridget Shook, Janet Shuler, Cyndi Stiles, Julie Stillwell, and Mitchell Telega.

Lab manager Mary Hughes said the lab staff sees from 50-70 outpatients per day, and averages 17,500 work load units a month.

Dr. Mike Rohlfing, pathologist and lab medical director, is pleased with the high standards of the department. "Our laborator meets and exceeds national standards," he said. "I am very proud of our team."

Employee Promotions at Murphy Medical Center -- Peachtree Community

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Kim Williams and Teresa Bowleg have new positions at Murphy Medical Center.

Williams, a registered nurse, is the facility's risk and safety officer. Her 24-year nursing career has included positions as an operating room surgical nurse, utilization review coordinator, and performance improvement and risk management coordinator.

Bowleg, also a registered nurse, is medical/surgical nurse manager. Her nursing career has spanned 17 years and included positions as a medical surgical nurse, management, performance improvement, home health nurse, and house supervisor.

Murphy Medical Center, a division of Southwestern Health System is a 57-bed hospital, 120 bed long-term health-care facility, with a 14-bed Alzheimer's Unit, and physician-staffed emergency room.

Cherokee Scout: 115 Years of Community Service -- Murphy, NC 28906

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Glenda Sneed, a lifelong resident of Cherokee County, has been with the Cherokee Scout for 12 years.

She started as a typesetter, worked as an inserter, then worked with photos and classified ads.

The mother of three children and grandmother of two girls, Heather and Kaylee, says she loves to read and "loafer."

To learn more about the Cherokee Scout, visit CherokeeScout.com.

Two Graduation Events at TCCC -- Peachtree Community -- May 6-7, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Tri-County Community College will hold its annual graduation ceremony in two segments this week.

The decision to divide the ceremony into two events was to remain within the building occupancy guidelines so graduates could invite more guests to attend the respective ceremonies, college officials said.

Both ceremonies will be in the Jeff Enloe Building on the main campus on US. 64.

The first ceremony, which will begin at 6:00 pm on Friday May 6, 2005, will include the following program areas:

• Accounting
  
• Business Administration
  
• Health-Care Management
  
• Information Systems Technology
  
• Internet Technologies
  
• Medical Assisting
  
• Network Administration and Support
  
• Nursing
  
• Emergency Medical Science
  
• Welding
  
• all Graham County students

• College Transfer
  
• Automotive Technology
  
• Cosmetology
  
• Early Childhood
  
• Early Childhood Teacher Associate
  
• Electrical Electronics Technology
  
• Office Systems Management

Cherokee County Crime Commission -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 10, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) The Cherokee County Crime Commission will meet at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, May 10, 2005 in the Penland Senior Center on Alpine Street.

Cherokee County Sheriff Keith Lovin and Brandy Watkins, victim advocate, will be guest speakers.

An open forum will follow.

For more information, call Al Kesler at 828-644-9356 or Glendon Gale at 828-835-9490.

Yard and Bake Sale -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 7, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) A yard and bake sale will be held from 7:00 am to noon on Saturday, May 7, 2005, in front of Macon Bank.

All proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life.

Everyone is urged to come by and join in the effort to raise money to fight cancer.

For more information, call Karey or Jennifer at 828-837-8000.

Paul Fry Joins Valleytown Realty -- Andrews, NC 28901

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(Context Tag: Andrews NC) Valleytown Realty welcomes Paul Fry to their business.

Call Paul today for spring listings at 828-321-4133 or 800-632-2212.

Book Signings at Curiosity Shop Bookstore -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 7, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Join us on Saturday, May 7, 2005, during the Murphy SpringFest for book signings.

See the following authors:

11:00 am - 1:00 pm: Elizabeth Dulemba, Illustrator of a new children's book, The Prince's Diary

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Wilma McCann, Author of The Home

Back by popular demand:

(Call store for time): Henry Schuster and Charles Stone, Authors of Hunting Eric Rudolph

Curiosity Shop Bookstore, 46 Valley River Avenue, Murphy, NC 28906

For more information, call 828-835-7433.

Murphy Annual Spring Festival - Murphy, NC 28906

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Murphy's eighth annual Spring Festival begins at 10:00 am and continues until 4:00 pm in downtown Murphy on Saturday, May 7, 2005.

In case of rain, the festival will move to Sunday, May 8, 2005.

For more information, call 828-837-9636.

Kelischek Workshop Celebrates 50th Anniversary -- Brasstown, NC 28902 -- May 6-8, 2005

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(Context Tag: Brasstown NC) In conjunction with the 50th anniversary celebration of the Kelischek Workshop for Historical Instruments, the John C. Campbell Folk School will feature a free concert mini-series this weekend.

Artists featured include the Brasstown Ringers at 7:30 pm on Friday, May 6, 2005; multi-period musicians John Trexler and Billy Mulligan at 7:30 pm on Saturday, May 7, 2005; and Puddingstone and St. Joseph Irish Dancers at 3:00 pm on Sunday, May 8, 2005.

All concerts are free to the public and will be held in the community room of the Keith house on the folk school campus.

In their annual spring concert of handbell music, the Brasstown Ringers will perform original compositions as well as arrangements of sacred and secular music. This 15-member ensemble plays six octaves of Schulmerich handbells interwoven with five octaves of Whitechapel bells, six octaves of choir chimes, and various percussion instruments. The Director is Pat Meinecke. The Brasstown Ringers concert is sponsored by the folk school.

Charlotte-based musicians Trexler and Mulligan will perform a concert on Saturday of renaissance, celtic, and contemporary music on a variety of instruments including the flute, pennywhistle, hurdy-gurdy, bagpipe, guitar, and bodhran and spoons.

On Sunday, Puddingstone will perform music from various cultures on a mix of ancient and modern instruments. They will be joined by the nine-member St. Joseph Irish Dancers with instructor Meg Barrett.

Other celebrations include tours from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm on Saturday of the Kelischek Workshop for Historical Instruments in Brasstown, at which time visitors can watch demonstrations of musical instrument making.

The Rural Felicity Garland Dancers will be featured in a Maypole Dance from 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm on Sunday at the Maypole behind Keith House.

Kelischek Workshop for Historical Instruments has sponsored the concerts by Trexler and Mulligan and Puddingstone, as well as the dance by St. Joseph Irish Dancers.

Upcoming concerts at the Folk School include The Storytellers at 7:30 pm on Friday, May 13, 2005 and Atwater Donnelly at 8:00 pm on Thursday, May 18.

Folk School Celebrates Appalachian Region -- Brasstown, NC 28902 -- May 29 - June 4, 2005

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(Context Tag: Brasstown NC) John C. Campbell Folk School will offer 14 classes celebrating the history and creativity of the Appalachian region from Sunday, May 29, 2005, through Saturday, June 4, 2005.

Coinciding with the Folk School's Appalachian Heritage Week is its inclusion in National Geographic's Map Guide to Appalachia. Released in the April edition of National Geographic and on the National Geographic website, the interactive map of Appalachia was developed with the Appalachian Regional Commission and features notable sites in the 13 states comprising the Appalachian region.

"The folk school is right in the middle of National Geographic's first tourist map, celebrating Appalachia's creativity and history," said Jan Davidson, folk school director. "John C. Campbell was one of the creators of the concept of 'Appalachia' as a distinctive American region. He and his wife, Olive, one of our founders, drew the first map of the region early in the 20th century."

Program Manager Karen Beaty said the classes offered during the Appalachian Heritage Week are diverse and interesting.

"A student can come to the folk school and in one week learn to build a ladderback chair or to make some cozy socks," Beaty said. "They can experiment with Appalachian food in a cooking class or explore the rich stories of the area in a storytelling class."

Other classes offered during the week include basketmaking, blacksmithing, broommaking, chair caning and weaving, clogging, making fused glass, dulcimer playing, quilting, weaving, and woodcarving.

In addition to classes on Appalachian craft, cooking, and storytelling, students will receive a rounded experience of Appalachian culture during their stay at the folk school.

For more information, cal the John C. Campbell Folk School at 1-800-FOLK-SCH or see their website at www.folkschool.org.

Book Signing: Jared Bigham -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 17, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Jared Bigham will sign copies of his book, Peter's Prayer, at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, May 17, 2005, at Murphy Public Library.

For more information, call the library at 828-837-2417.

Annual Relay for Life -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 13, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) The Opening Ceremonies for Cherokee County's annual Relay for Life will begin at 6:00 pm on Friday, May 13, 2005, at Konehete Park in Murphy, NC.

Activities will continue throughout the night, with closing ceremonies at 9:00 am on Saturday, May 14, 2005.

Everyone is invited to participate.

For more information, call Barbara Hughes at 828-837-6821.

Blood Drive -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 9, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) A blood drive will be held from 2:00 pm - 6:30 pm on Monday, May 9, 2005, at First United Methodist Church, 71 Valley River Avenue, Murphy, NC.

For an appointment, call 828-837-2889.

Cherokee County AARP Chapter 3563 -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 9, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) The Cherokee County AARP Chapter 3563 will meet at 1:30 pm on Monday, May 9, 2005, at the Penland Senior Center, 69 Alpine Street, Murphy, NC.

Beth Lewis Sorenson of the North Carolina Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service from the governor's office, will conduct a free presentation on Disaster Preparedness.

A fellowship period with finger foods will follow.

Anyone interested may attend. You do not have to be an AARP member to attend the meeting.

For more information, call Margie at 828-835-9590 or Sam at 828-835-3099.

Spring Bloomers Garden Club -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 9, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Spring Bloomers Garden Club will meet at 2:00 pm on Monday, May 9, 2005, at the Murphy Public Library.

Guest speaker Randy Collins, Graham County extension agent, will talk on beginning beekeeping.

Master gardeners are invited.

Attic, Bake, and Book Sale -- Andrews, NC 28901 -- May 7, 2005

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(Context Tag: Andrews NC) Friends of the Library will have an attic, bake, and book sale from 8 am to 2 pm on Saturday, May 7, 2005, at Andrews Public Library.

Donations will be accepted until Friday, May 6.

For more information, call the library at 828-321-5956.

Annual Ramp Festival -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 7, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) The annual ramp festival will begin with a yard sale at 9:00 am on Saturday, May 7, 2005, at the Jones Farm on Shoal Creek Road. Entertainment will feature the Barker Brothers at 11:00 am followed by lunch at noon.

An auction, cake walk, and more entertainment is scheduled throughout the afternoon.

All money raised will be used to replace and restore cemetery markers. All donations will be appreciated.

Jerry Breedlove Receives Ramsey Award -- Murphy, NC 28906

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Jerry Breedlove, Cherokee County Clerk of Court, received the Liston B. Ramsey Award from the 11th Congressional District Democratic Executive Committee for his loyalty and commitment to the Democratic Party. This award was given at the county convention on April 9, 2005, by Marvin Raper, chairman of the Cherokee County Democratic Party.

Even Start Helps Families Eat Smart -- Murphy, NC 28906

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Overweight in children and adults has reached epidemic proportions and is one of the nation's most pressing health issues.

Researchers, health-care professionals, government, the media, educators, and parents are all asking why this dramatic increase is occurring.

Jessica Roberson, family and consumer science agent with Cherokee County Cooperative Extension, was asked to teach the four-week curriculum Families Eating Smart and Moving More for parents enrolled in the Even Start program. The training offers families skills to eat more meals at home, to eat healthy when eating out, to move more in their daily routine, and to watch less television.

The overall goal is to help families eat smart and move more, Roberson said.

Power Partners Extends Services Two More Weeks -- Andrews, NC 28901

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(Context Tag: Andrews NC) Debra Pollard, chairperson of the Cherokee County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council, announced that Power Partners, a local nonprofit based in Andrews, NC, and serving youth throughout Cherokee County, has been awarded 2005 Youth Endowment funds.

Judy Corn, executive director of Power Partners, told the council the funds will be used to help offset the extended summer vacation students face this summer.

North Carolina's Department of Public Instruction and the General Assembly moved this year to begin next year's school starting date to August 25 in response to public demand.

In the past, public schools began in the first two weeks of summer vacation has thrown many programs into a quandary regarding funding for summer activities, officials said.

Power Partners will use the funds to help offset the added expense of providing services to youth for an additional two weeks, Corn said.

The Cherokee County Youth Endowment was established four years ago to help provide funds for prevention services to youth in Cherokee County.

In the past, the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council has organized and sponsored the Scottish Highland Games to raise funds for the endowment.

The council no longer sponsors the games and is in the process of developing a new fund-raising event for the youth endowment.

The endowment is managed by the North Carolina Community Foundation and currently has a balance approaching $8,000, according to officials.

If you'd like to help, contributions may be made in a number of ways. Checks made out to the Cherokee County Youth Endowment can be sent to the NC Community Foundation, PO Box 2148, Sylva, NC 28779, or, for more information, call Gil Hargett, JCPC administrative assistant, at 828-389-0747

Cherokee Scout: 115 Years of Community Service -- Murphy, NC 28906

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Jimmy Robinson, a native of Peachtree, has been an associate of the Cherokee Scout for 26 years. He started as a pressman's helper in 1979, then about a year later began running the press as a foreman.

Jimmy says, "I like the people I work with."

In his spare time, he enjoys coon hunting, raising cattle, and gardening.

To learn more about the Cherokee Scout, visit www.cherokeescout.com.

A Taste For The Cure -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 2, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) A Taste For The Cure, a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, will be held from 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm on Monday, May 2, 2005, at Peace Valley Campground, 117 Happy Valley Road about two miles east of Murphy. Watch for the large yellow sign on the right. (828-837-6223)

Restaurant Competition -- Featuring North Carolina and Georgia restaurants with signature menu dishes.

Restaurant Servers Competition -- Obstacle course carrying a tray of glasses and talent competition.

LIve music, dancers and more.

All money benefits the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life set for 6:00 pm on Friday, May 13, 2005, to 9:00 am on Saturday, May 14, 2005, at Konehete Park in Murphy, NC.

For more information, call John Burgess at 828-837-4589 or 706-835-2021, or Barbara Hughes at 828-837-6821 or 828-361-2031.

Free Concert: Murphy School Bands -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 3, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Murphy High and Murphy Middle schools will present their annual spring band concert in the Murphy Middle School gym. The performance will begin at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, May 3, 2005, under the baton of Dr. Michael Campbell, director.

A wide variety of ensembles and music will be showcased. Groups performing include two Murphy Middle School bands, Murphy High School's concert band and jazz ensemble. The jazz ensemble will perform two jazz fusion arrangements of "Chameleon," made popular by the Maynard Ferguson Band and Birdland of Weather Report fame.

One of the highlights of the evening will be a performance of "Highland Cathedral" by the Murphy High Concert Band. What makes this unique is that it will feature members of the award-winning City of Chattanooga Pipe Band with Murphy High Concert accompaniment. This arrangement received its United States premier in 2000, also with the Murphy High Concert Band.

"Several of the band members, especially my son, John, thought it would be fun to perform this selection again," Campbell said. "When we did the U.S. debut five years ago, I played the pipes with two other pipers from the area. This time, I am going to conduct and let pipers from Chattanooga, Tennessee, do the piping. As a member of the City of Chattanooga Pipe Band, I was able to encourage them to help us out in this performance."

This concert will be the culmination of two assembly programs and a tour of several schools.

Admission is free. Everyone is urged to hear a wide variety of musical performances by the students and their guests.

Concert: Blues Guitarist Scott Holt -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- April 29-30, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Scott Holt will be live in concert at Murphy's Blues Revue, behind the Mountain Vista Inn at 78 Terrace Drive, Murphy, NC.

Doors open at 7:30 pm. Performances will start at 9:00 pm on Friday and Saturday.

Private membership is $20 per night and includes an appetizer buffet.

For more information, call 828-837-8880 or visit MurphysBluesRevue.com.

Free Concert: Smoky Mountain Brass Quintet -- Andrews, NC 28901 -- May 6, 2005

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(Context Tag: Andrews NC) Western Carolina University's Smoky Mountain Brass Quintet will be taking its show on the road this spring, all the way to St. Petersburg, Russia, for the third annual International Trumpet Festival set for May 24-27, 2005.

To help tune up for its trip to Russia, Smoky Mountain Brass Quintet will give a performance at 7:30 pm on Friday, May 6, 2005, for the Valleytown Cultural Arts and Historical Society in Andrews, NC.

The ensemble, the quintet-in-residence at Western, has been in existence since 1993, and performs a wide variety of music ranging from early Renaissance to rock and roll with a repertoire that also includes classical masterpieces, Dixieland, swing, Broadway, Hollywood, and patriotic music.

Quintet members are P. Bradley Ulrich and David Ginn, trumpets; Alan F. Mattingly, french horn; Daniel Cherry, trombone; and Michael Schallock, tuba.

The ensemble will join invited performers from several European countries and one other musician from the United States, Fred Mills, a founding member of the world-famous Canadian Brass, Ulrich said.

"In addition to our performances, we will be joining forces with a Russian brass quintet to accompany Fred Mills, who will be soloing on three pieces," he said. "We are looking forward to playing with these fantastic Russian musicians and with the legendary Fred Mills."

Quiznos Sub Opens in Lakeside Plaza -- Murphy, NC 28906

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Owner Randy Mundy has opened a Quiznos Subs restaraunt in Lakeside Plaza.

"Every Quiznos sub is made with the finest quality ingredients and is flawlessly designed to not only add extraordinary flavor to the sandwich, but to make the perfect recipe for toasting. Your Quiznos sub is toasted so all the flavors of the ingredients -- from the premium meats to the real cheeses -- burst through in every toasty bite."

The new restaurant is located at 3090 Lakeside Plaza, Suite 116, Murphy, NC 28906. They are open Monday through Thursday from 11:00 am - 8:00 pm and Friday and Saturday from 11:00 am - 9:00 pm. Closed on Sunday.

Quiznos Sub -- 828-835-3300.

Rescue Squad Annual Picture Drive -- Cherokee County, NC

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(Context Tag: Cherokee County NC) The Cherokee County Rescue Squad's annual picture drive kicked off Monday with a mailing to every resident of the county.

Just as they have done for the last several years, the rescue squad holds the picture drive to raise funds to help improve services.

A $25 donation entitles the donor to a free sitting and 8x10 portrait at a local studio.

All donations stay in Cherokee County, Chief Chad McNabb said.

"Raising funds has become even more important in recent times with the cost of fuel for the trucks," McNabb said.

For more information, call 828-361-6545

Beekeeping Presentation -- Andrews, NC 28901 -- May 5, 2005

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(Context Tag: Andrews NC) At 7:00 pm on Monday, May 5, 2005, the N.C. Cooperative Extension will sponsor a presentation at the Andrews Community Center for those interested in beekeeping.

In an effort to reinforce the dwindling beekeeping ranks in the area, Robert Brewer, a member of the Georgia Beekeepers Association and Cooperative Extension in Towns County, Georgia, will give a PowerPoint presentation aimed at helping people get started in the business, as well as those already in it.

For more information, call the N.C. Cooperative Extension Office in Murphy at 828-837-2210

Miss Cherokee Hope Beauty Pageant -- Hiwassee Dam -- May 7, 2005

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(Context Tag: Cherokee County NC) Teens Against Tobacco Use of Cherokee County is sponsoring the first Miss Cherokee Hope Beauty Pageant at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 7, 2005, for ages birth to 20 at Hiwassee Dam Elementary/Middle School gym.

Entry fee is $30 with optional categories for $10 each. Sunday best or pageant dress is acceptable.

All proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life.

For more information, call 828-644-5115 or pick up forms at any Cherokee County school.

Murphy listed as one of the top ten developing markets for second homes

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Scott Reeves, in his article, Buying the Perfect Vacation Home, lists Murphy, NC as one of the top ten developing markets for a second home.

Murphy has moved to the second spot, right behind Napa, California, in the Editor's Picks list at EscapeHomes.com.

Bereavement Support Group -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 3, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) A bereavement support group, hosted by St. William Catholic Church, will begin Tuesday, May 3, 2005, at the Glenmary Center, 731 Andrews Road, Murphy, NC.

The group will meet from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm each Tuesday for six weeks through June 7.

For more information, call Heather Schmitt at 828-837-7048.

Cherokee County Mountain Lions -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- May 3, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Cherokee County Mountain Lions Club will meet at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, May 3, 2005, at the New Happy Garden Chinese Restaurant in Ingles Plaza, Murphy, NC.

Dinner will be served. All women are invited.

For more information, call Evelyn Russell at 828-837-8808.

Benefit for Justin Mack -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- April 30, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) A benefit for Justin Mack, sponsored by Friends of Valley River Humane Society, will begin at 6:00 pm on Saturday, April 30, 2005, at United Methodist Church of Murphy Youth Center.

Proceeds will help with expenses due to the death of his 4-year-old daughter, Caylin.

Everyone is welcome and encouraged to bring a covered dish and minimum $5 donation.

For more information, call 828-644-0548.

Murphy Public Library Yard Sale -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- April 30, 2005

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) The Murphy Public Library is the place to visit Saturday, April 30, 2005. That's when its friends' group will hold a yard sale from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm.

This is the first phase of the library's fundraising campaign to expand its parking lot, and there will be bargains galore.

Jeff Murphy, assistant librarian, listed some of the items collected so far.

"There's lots of toys, a bees-wax candle, paintings, blender, microwave, Tupperware, and hand weights," he said.

He also noted there is a large number of dishes.

For anyone into 1950s kitsch, there is a set of root beer mugs. Planning for summer outings? How about a smoker grill?

People have brought by a large assortment of clothes. There will be a variety of baked goods. And since this is the library, there will be plenty of books.

There's still time to bring donations by the library. Drop off favorite cakes or cookies on Saturday morning.

For more information, call 828-837-2417.

Racing Practice Open to Public -- Brasstown, NC 28902 -- April 28, 2005

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(Context Tag: Brasstown NC) Open practice for all divisions is scheduled for Thursday, April 28, 2005, at Tri-County Race Track in Brasstown, NC, just one week before the season opens.

"We have the new clay down and have just about everything ready to open," promoter Phil Evans said. "Hopefully when we do open in May, all of this cold and wet spring weather that has been plaguing everyone will be out of here."

The hours of the Thursday practice are from 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm. The action is open to all oval track cars no matter the division.

Officials will be on hand to answer questions and inspect and weigh cars. Vehicles must be race cars equipped with roll cages, and drivers must wear all safety equipment before they will be allowed on the track.

"It would be great if everyone would come out and shake their cars down on Thursday," new head tech man Benny Davis said. "We will be there to answer questions and help anyone who is having problems with the rules."

The practice is free both in the grandstands and pits, and concession stands will be open for patrons to enjoy.

Tri-County Race Track's season opener is set for Saturday, May 7, 2005, with racing running through Labor Day weekend. Special events are scheduled after Labor Day.

For more information, call the track at 828-837-3815 or visit TriCountyRaceTrack.com.

Small Business Loan Workshop -- Peachtree Community -- May 9, 2005

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Studio West Salon Employer of the Year -- Murphy, NC 28906

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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Tamala Teague, owner/manager of Studio West Salon, was recognized as Employer of the Year at the annual awards meeting for the Marketing Association for Rehabilitation Centers held at Lake Junaluska.

Studio West Hair Salon was chosen Employer of the Year for their willingness t