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Week of July 31, 2005
115 years of community service: Cherokee Scout Newspaper -- Murphy, NC 28906
Posted by johndilbeck on Wednesday, August 3 2005 at 2:38 AM
(Context Tag: Murphy NC, Cherokee Scout Newspaper)
Rhonda Argyle, who has lived in Cherokee County for nine years, has been an associate of the Cherokee Scout for seven years.
She started as an inserter and became head of the department, then moved to the front office, where she is in her second year.
She has been married to her husband, David, for 15 years, and she has three sons.
When Rhonda is not working, she enjoys cooking, reading, and antiques.
To learn more about the Cherokee Scout, visit TheCherokeeScout.com.
Mountain Area Dental Clinic Growing In Popularity -- Murphy, NC 28906
Posted by johndilbeck on Wednesday, August 3 2005 at 2:27 AM
(Context Tag: Murphy NC, Cherokee County NC, Mountain Area Dental Clinic)
(Peachtree Community) - Last March, the Truett Baptist Association of Churches began a new ministry called Mountain Area Dental Clinic.
This is a partnership between the Clay County Health Department, Cherokee County NC Department of Health, Truett Baptist Association of Churches, and Murphy Medical Center. The target area for the ministry is Clay, Graham, and Cherokee counties in North Carolina, and the target population is among those who do not have dental insurance.
The Far West Dental Clinic allows Mountain Area Dental Clinic dentists to use their facilities four hours each Friday, and they have already helped nearly 100 clients.
The clinic performs basic dental work, such as pulling and filling teeth, as well as dental education. There is no long-term care provided by the clinic or the dentists themselves.
The clinic is free. However, upon applying for care, a $10 donation is asked to alleviate some of the expenses for dental equipment and utilities.
Since the clinic opened, it has developed two waiting lists. One is for clients with immediate needs, and the other is for those to bee seen as soon as possible. The immediate needs list is for clients who are in constant pain, and the "ASAP" list is for all others. As expected, these lists are growing each week.
There are two major concerns for the clinic. One is the amount of hours that Far West allows the ministry to use its clinic, and the other is the small number of dentists and dental assistants that are available to help.
The clinic's major source of funds was a $7,000 grant from Community Foundation of Western North Carolina. The foundation is a non-profit organization that serves the 18-county mountain region by professionally managing charitable funds created by individuals and families. The foundation uses those funds to make grants to local nonprofit organizations.
Other funds of significance came from the Fred Moss Charity Trust and the Office of Economic Opportunity of Catholic Social Services in Murphy, NC.
In addition to the monetary donations, the Mountain Area Dental Clinic has received confirmation from Henry Schein Cares, an organization that works to provide resources to support the programs of community-based practitioners.
The ministry encourages those in need to come out to the clinic. The only requirement is that the applicant must be within standards of the federal poverty level.
In addition, those who apply will be interviewed to determine what medications they are taking, as well as asking basic health questions. Those approved will be given an appointment time shortly afterwards.
The clinic also accepts monetary donations from the general public. Any donations given would be a charitable tax-deductible donation.
Mountain Area Dental Clinic is in Peachtree on NC 141 near Peachtree Elementary School. Contact the clinic at 828-837-5401 for more information.
RE/MAX Mountain Properties Donates to Children's Miracle Network -- Murphy, NC 28906
Posted by johndilbeck on Wednesday, August 3 2005 at 2:17 AM
(Context Tag: Murphy NC, RE/MAX Mountain Properties, Children's Miracle Network)
Patty Worley and Ressie Hughes, of RE/MAX Mountain Properties in Murphy, recently presented a check for $5,300 to the Children's Miracle Network at their live telethon in Chattanooga, TN.
The Children's Miracle Network helps kids by raising funds and awareness for 170 children's hospitals throughout North America.
When listing or buying a home through RE/MAX Mountain Properties, all agents make a donation at each closing to help the Children's Miracle Network.
The money raised goes to the nearest children's hospital, which is T. C. Thompson Children's Hospital, a division of Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
RE/MAX Mountain Properties agents thank everyone for helping make miracles happen.
Industrial Opportunities Inc Board Elects Officers -- Andrews, NC 28901
Posted by johndilbeck on Wednesday, August 3 2005 at 2:05 AM
(Context Tag: Andrews NC, Industrial Opportunities Inc, rehabilitation services)
The Board of Directors of Industrial Opportunities Inc. elected officers for fiscal year 2005-2006.
The officers elected are:
- Chairman - Larry Kernea, Murphy, NC
- Vice-Chairman - Bill Vespasian, Murphy, NC
- President and Chief Executive Officer - Tom O'Brien, Andrews, NC
- Secretary - Susie Cook, Murphy, NC
- Assistant Treasurer - Harry Baughn, Hayesville, NC
Glenn Tatum and Randy Wiggins were elected to three-year terms on the Board of Directors, who include:
- Glenn Tatum - Andrews, NC
- Randy Wiggins - Murphy, NC
- Jeff Cabe - Robbinsville, NC
- Linda Ditmore - Robbinsville, NC
- Phil Mattox - Murphy, NC
- Charles Penland - Hayesville, NC
- Pat Slagle - Hayesville, NC
- Marjorie Tucker - Hayesville, NC
- Roy Sargent - Andrews, NC
- John Ward - Andrews, NC
President/CEO Tom O'Brien and Chairman Larry Kernea recognized Bill Block for his dedicated service on the IOI Board of Directors from 1999-2005.
Free Concert: The Lone Mountain Band -- Brasstown, NC 28902 -- August 12, 2005
Posted by johndilbeck on Tuesday, August 2 2005 at 10:29 AM
(Context Tag: Brasstown NC, Campbell Folk School, The Lone Mountain Band)
The Lone Mountain Band will perform traditional and contemporary bluegrass in a free concert beginning at 7:30 pm on Friday, August 12, 2005, at John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, NC.
The Folk School Craft Shop will be open until 7:30 pm.
The concert will be in the festival barn, but those attending are urged to park near Keith House or the dining hall and walk to the festival barn where there will be only a limited number of handicapped parking spaces available. In the barn, there is hay bale seating, so audience members may wish to bring a lawn chair for comfort.
Admission is free.
The Friday night concert schedule is available at www.folkschool.org.
For more information, call the John C. Campbell Folk School at 828-837-2775 or 1-800-FOLK-SCH.
Murphy High School New Student Registration -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- August 17-18, 2005
Posted by johndilbeck on Tuesday, August 2 2005 at 10:19 AM
(Context Tag: Murphy NC, Murphy High School)
New student registration at Murphy High School will be held from 9 am to 2 pm on Tuesday and Wednesday, August 17-18, 2005.
Upon enrollment, school counselors will need each child’s immunization record, Social Security number, 911 address, copy of birth certificate, telephone numbers, emergency information, withdrawal grades or report card, withdrawal form from most recent school attended, test scores, Exceptional Children or Academically Gifted information, custody agreement papers and statement of particular health issues.
Murphy High School 30-year Reunion -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- August 6, 2005
Posted by johndilbeck on Tuesday, August 2 2005 at 10:07 AM
(Context Tag: Murphy NC, Murphy High School, The Ballroom)
Murphy High School Class of 1975 will have their 30-year reunion on Saturday, August 6, 2005, at The Ballroom in downtown Murphy.
Activities will start at 5 pm with fellowship time and pictures.
Call Vickie Ingram Dockery at 837-5303 for more information.
Driver Safety Course -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- August 8 & 9, 2005
Posted by johndilbeck on Tuesday, August 2 2005 at 9:54 AM
(Context Tag: Murphy NC, driver safety, AARP)
A driver safety course will be offered Monday, August 8, 2005, and Tuesday, August 9, 2005, from 1 pm to 5 pm at Penland Senior Center on Alpine Street in Murphy.
The event is sponsored by AARP, but membership is not required to attend.
The course is open to drivers of all ages and could save on insurance costs. Class fee is $10.
For more information or to pre-register, call 835-9590.
5th Annual Heritage Walk & Festival -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- September 3, 2005
Posted by johndilbeck on Tuesday, August 2 2005 at 9:39 AM
(Context Tag: Murphy NC, Heritage Walk and Festival, Heritage Partners)
The 5th Annual Heritage Walk and Festival will be held Labor Day weekend on Saturday, September 3, 2005 in downtown Murphy, NC.
Come celebrate the history, artistry, craftsmanship, music and agricultural heritage of Cherokee County, NC.
North Carolina's first, last and finest place to be.
Activities run from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Admission is free.
For more information, including full details on the Heritage Walk and Festival, visit the Heritage Partners of Cherokee County website.
John C. Campbell Folk School Benefit Auction -- Brasstown, NC 28902 -- August 19, 2005
Posted by johndilbeck on Tuesday, August 2 2005 at 9:26 AM
(Context Tag: Brasstown NC, Campbell Folk School, auction)
On Friday, August 19, 2005, auctioneers Tim Ryan and Bob Grove will sell off hand-crafted items donated by instructors, students and friends of the John C. Campbell Folk School.
This annual event benefits the craft programs at the school.
The auction will run from 7 pm until 9 pm.
For more information, call 837-2775 or 800-FOLKSCH.
Cherokee Heritage Days -- Andrews, NC 28901 -- August 18, 2005
Posted by johndilbeck on Tuesday, August 2 2005 at 9:08 AM
(Context Tag: Andrews NC, Cherokee Heritage) On Thursday, August 18, 2005, as part of the 2005 Appalachian Heritage Alliance lecture series, come celebrate Cherokee heritage.
Traditional flute music, storytelling, and a blowgun competition are just some of the activities scheduled.
For reservations and information, call 321-2242 or 321-9030.
What's Happening in Cherokee County, NC?
Posted by johndilbeck on Tuesday, August 2 2005 at 8:00 AM
(Context Tag: Cherokee County NC, Calendar of Events) I've decided to post a monthly reminder that I maintain a public Calendar of Events for Cherokee County, NC. You will see this reminder there on the first of each month.
(Since I'm only one person, I sometimes get behind, so you may want to see the following calendars of events in Cherokee County, NC, to make sure you don't miss anything. If you know of other online calendars for our county, please let me know.)
There are many fun, interesting, and educational things to do in our area. Don't be shy. Come on out and join in the fun.
Community Website: MyNantahala.com -- Nantahala and Andrews, NC 28901
Posted by johndilbeck on Tuesday, August 2 2005 at 7:47 AM
(Context Tag: Andrews NC, Nantahala) There is a community website for Nantahala and Andrews, NC at myNantahala.com, featuring neighborhood discussions, merchants, events, classifieds, real estate, and more.
If you live in the area, check it out.
Diane C. Blakemore receives Realtor e-Pro certification -- Murphy, NC 28906
Posted by johndilbeck on Tuesday, August 2 2005 at 7:35 AM
(Context Tag: Murphy NC, Blake Realty) Diane C. Blakemore of Blake Realty Co. has successfully completed the Realtor e-Pro course to become one of a select few real estate professionals to earn the prestigious certification offered by the National Association of Realtors.
The Realtor e-Pro certification course is an educational program specifically designed to provide real estate professionals with the computer technology tools needed to assist consumers in the purchase or sale of a home. Graduates use the skills they have acquired to provide clients information on properties for sale, local communities, and the local real estate market.
"Real estate professionals must now be knowledgeable of how technology can assist in servicing the needs of the buying and selling public, and the e-Pro certification course, presented entirely online, helps real estate agents to become Internet professionals," Blakemore said.
Kia employees Nadler, Myers, and Harrison receive awards -- Murphy, NC 28906
Posted by johndilbeck on Tuesday, August 2 2005 at 7:14 AM
(Context Tag: Murphy NC, Kia) Three employees of Kia of Blue Ridge in Murphy received first-place awards in service from Kia Motors America.
Matthew Nadler earned first place as service writer in the region.
Matt Myers received his award for being the top regional service representative.
Robert Harrison was the first-place service technician.
115 years of community service: Cherokee Scout Newspaper -- Murphy, NC 28906
Posted by johndilbeck on Tuesday, August 2 2005 at 6:59 AM
(Context Tag: Murphy NC, Cherokee Scout Newspaper)
Tina Hughes, a native of Hot House, has been an associate of the Cherokee Scout for nine years.
She started as a staff writer and a year later was named assistant editor. Another year later, she was promoted to editor.
Tina became the Scout's first design director in September, 2004.
An award-winning editor, columnist, and designer, Tina says there is never a dull moment at the Scout.
Her free time is spent caring for her pets.
Mark Townsend, a native of Bradford, England, has been an associate of the Cherokee Scout for almost seven years.
He started as a staff writer before being named sports editor in 1999.
In 2004, he was promoted to associate editor.
An award-winning writer and photographer, Mark said he is proud of what the newspaper has become and the coverage it provides readers.
His free time is spent with his wife, Brigitte, and their two children, Megan and Mallory.
Christie Guthrie, a native of Cherokee County, has been an associate of the Cherokee Scout for eight years.
She started as an inserter and dark-room assistant, then worked as a typesetter before moving to composition.
When she's not working, Christie says she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
To learn more about the Cherokee Scout, visit TheCherokeeScout.com.
JohnDilbeck.com and Shirts-Mugs-Hats.com Celebrate Fifth Anniversary!
Posted by johndilbeck on Tuesday, August 2 2005 at 6:33 AM
Context Tag: shirts, mugs, hats, CafePress, John Dilbeck
July 4, 2005 marked the fifth anniversary of JohnDilbeck.com, and I opened my CafePress shop, Shirts-Mugs-Hats.com, only a few months later, so the fifth anniversary of Shirts-Mugs-Hats.com is coming soon, too.
I decided to celebrate by lowering the prices on all products in my store. I'll be raising the prices back to the previous level right after Labor Day, 2005.
Thanks for making my online marketing business a success. It never could have happened without quality people like you.
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