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SBA Community Express Loan Program Workshop - Murphy, NC 28906 - January 30, 2008
Posted by johndilbeck on Saturday, January 12 2008 at 7:59 PM
The US Small Business Administration will host an SBA Community Express loan program workshop on Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at Tri-County Community College.
For more information, call 828-225-1844.
Cherokee County Transit Service to expand - Murphy, NC 28906
Posted by johndilbeck on Saturday, January 12 2008 at 7:42 PM
The Cherokee County Transit Service is planning to expand passenger capacity and to move into its own facility.
From the January 9, 2008 edition of The Cherokee Scout: "Cherokee County Transit provides transportation for all county citizens, [Transit Transportation Director Kathleen] Stone said. There has been a misconception that the service is only for senior, but anyone can call, she said."
"The service makes daily trips to Murphy, Andrews, Marble, and Peachtree. Scheduled trips are made to Asheville, Waynesville, Clyde, Sylva, Franklin, Turtletown, Blairsville GA, Robbinsville, Hayesville, Atlanta GA, Chattanooga TN, Knoxville TN, Gainesville GA, Hendersonville, and airportts. It isn't a taxi service, Stone said. The average notice for a trip is 24 hours. For trips to an airport or for a medical service, as much notice as possible is requested. Call 828-837-1789 for details."
John Dilbeck said, "A couple of years ago, we were having car troubles and the Cherokee County Transit Service was a huge help transporting Mom to her doctors appointments. The drivers were all friendly and helped Mom get onboard in her wheel chair, which they carefully secured. Even on these curvy mountain roads, she felt safe. We appreciate all the help they offered us when we needed it."
New flood insurance maps for Cherokee County - Murphy, NC 28906 - January 15, 2008
Posted by johndilbeck on Wednesday, January 9 2008 at 6:31 AM
From The Cherokee Scout: "Residents and business owners are invited to see the preliminary copies of the newly updated Flood Insurance Rate Map on Tuesday, January 15, 2008, at the Cherokee County Courthouse. The maps will be on display beginning at 6:00 pm, and a presentation on the material will begin at 6:30 pm."
"The new maps can be viewed before the meeting at either the county mapping/GIS office at 39 Peachtree Street or in the mapping office at 59 Hiwassee Street. The offices are open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday."
Investigator Roger Williams Earns Advanced Deputy Professional Law Enforcement Certificate - Murphy, NC 28906
Posted by johndilbeck on Friday, June 15 2007 at 3:35 AM
Investigator Roger Williams of the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office was awarded the Advanced Deputy Professional Law Enforcement Certificate by the NC Sheriff's Education and Training Commission on March 13, 2007.
The NC Sheriff's Education and Training Standards Commission was established in September 1983. Its purpose is to upgrade the capabilities, competence, and proficiency of sheriffs' departmental personnel through program, standards, and procedures involving employment, improvement, career development, and retention of the sheriffs' office personnel.
The NC Sheriff's Education and Training Standards Commission maintains certification files on more than 20,000 deputy sheriffs, detention officers, and telecommunicators.
The purpose of the Advanced Deputy Professional Law Enforcement Certificate is to recognize the level of competence of sheriffs and deputy sheriffs serving NC sheriff's offices, to foster increased interest in college education and professional law enforcement training, and to attract highly qualified individuals into a law enforcement career.
The Advanced Deputy Professional Law Enforcement Certificate is the highest professional certificate awarded to sheriffs and deputy sheriffs in North Carolina. To qualify for the certificate, sheriffs and deputy sheriffs must complete a combination of professional training and relevant education, as well as meet minimum experience requirements.
Cherokee County Transit Schedules Regular Trips to Asheville - Cherokee County, NC
Posted by johndilbeck on Friday, June 8 2007 at 3:17 AM
Cherokee County Transit will begin scheduled runs to Asheville on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, excluding holidays, for area seniors and veterans.
The first pick-up will be at 7:00 am at the Cherokee County Senior Center on Alpine Street in downtown, Murphy, North Carolina.
The second pick-up will be at 7:30 am in front of Goodys in the Ingles parking lot.
The final pick-up will be at 8:00 am at the Ingles parking lot in Andrews, NC.
The group will leave Asheville promptly at 4:00 pm for the return trip to Murphy.
The transit is also offering a day of shopping on Thursday, June 21, 2007, in Cleveland, Tennessee.
The general public also is welcome.
For more information or to reserve a place, call 828-837-2467 or 828-837-1789.
Frank Findley Promoted To Deputy District Ranger - Western North Carolina
Posted by johndilbeck on Monday, June 4 2007 at 9:25 AM
Frank Findley, Cheoah Ranger District's resource assistant ranger, has been named the deputy district ranger for the Nantahala National Forest's Cheoah and Tusquitee ranger districts.
The Cheoah District encompasses 135,759 acres in Graham and Swain counties.
Some district recreation highlights are the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, and Cheoah Point and Tsali recreation areas.
Located in Cherokee, Clay, Jackson, and Macon counties, the 389,708 acre Tusquitee District offers outdoor getaways at Jackrabbit Mountain Recreation Area on Lake Chatuge, Upper Tellico Off-Highway Vehicle Area, and Fires Creek Backcountry Area.
The US Department of Agriculture Forest Service announced Findley's promotion last week.
A University of Georgia forestry graduate, Frank Findley managed recreation, wilderness, fire, lands, and minerals at the Cheoah Ranger District.
During Findley's 19 years at the Cheoah Ranger District, he oversaw the development of Cheoah Point's beach and boat ramp.
"It was also great to see all campsites reconstructed at the district's five campgrounds," said Findley, who continues to work at the Cheoah Ranger District office in Robbinsville, NC.
In Findley's new job, he is responsible for managing all resources on both Cheoah and Tusquitee districts in conjunction with District Ranger Joe Bonnette, who oversees the districts.
Frank Findley is married and has two girls and a boy.
Tim Lominac receives Officer of the Year award - Murphy, NC 28906
Posted by johndilbeck on Wednesday, February 8 2006 at 11:43 AM
NC Wildlife Enforcement Officer Tim Lominac was recently presented the Officer of the Year award by the state chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation president Carl Dixon during the NWTF's award banquet held on January 21, 2006, in Mooresville.
Officer Lominac reported 109 cases of illegal taking of wild turkeys in Cherokee County.
Pesticide license exams -- Andrews, NC 28901 -- December 7, 2005
Posted by johndilbeck on Friday, November 25 2005 at 4:50 PM
(Context Tag: Andrews NC, pesticides)
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will offer exams at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, December 7, 2005, at the Andrews Community Center for anyone interested in acquiring their commercial or private pesticide license.
The NC Cooperative Extension Service will offer a review session at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, December 6, 2005, at the Andrews Community Center. Seating is limited, so registration is required for the exams, but not for the review sessions.
There is no fee for the review session, but there is a charge to obtain the study material and licenses. All commercial and private license exams will be offered. Anyone who needs study manuals may go by the extension office and pick up the order forms.
To register for the pesticide exam, go by the Extension Service office, or call 828-837-2210.
Andrews Town Council Meeting -- Andrews, NC 28901 -- November 8, 2005
Posted by johndilbeck on Sunday, November 6 2005 at 5:21 PM
(Context Tag: Andrews NC, Andrews, NC Government)
The Andrews Town Council meets at 7:00 pm on the second Tuesday of each month in the Andrews Facilities Building/Fire Department.
For more information, call 828-321-3113.
Murphy Town Council Meeting - Murphy, NC 28906 -- November 7, 2005
Posted by johndilbeck on Sunday, November 6 2005 at 5:15 PM
(Context Tag: Murphy NC, Murphy NC Government)
The Murphy Town Council will meet at 5:00 pm on Monday, November 7, 2005, in the town hall on Peachtree Street in Murphy, NC.
For more information, call 828-837-2510.
Cherokee County Commission Meeting -- Murphy, NC 28906 -- November 7, 2005
Posted by johndilbeck on Sunday, November 6 2005 at 4:57 PM
(Context Tag: Murphy NC, Cherokee County NC Government)
The Cherokee County Commission will meet at 8:30 am on Monday, November 7, 2005, in the courthouse on Peachtree Street in Murphy, NC.
For more information, call 828-837-5527.
Cortney Paige Walker Chosen as Page for Senator Snow -- Hiwassee Dam community
Posted by johndilbeck on Wednesday, July 6 2005 at 2:19 AM
(Context Tag: Cherokee County NC) Cortney Paige Walker has been chosen by Marc Basnight, president pro tempore of the North Carolina General Assembly, upon recommendation of NC Senator John Snow (D-Murphy) to serve as a page for Snow in Raleigh during the week of June 27, 2005, for the 2005 session of the General Assembly.
Cortney is a rising senior at Hiwassee Dam High School.
She is the daughter of William Earl Walker of Brasstown, and Anne Chamberlain Walker Rose of Hiwassee Dam.
Senior Employment Opportunity -- Murphy, NC 28906
Posted by johndilbeck on Tuesday, July 5 2005 at 1:34 AM
(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Officials of the State of Franklin agency Senior Aid Program announce employment positions are available for senior citizens.
These positions -- campground aides, seed orchard aides, and work center aides -- are part time for 20 hours per week for the US Forest Service, Tusquitee Ranger District, in Murphy, NC.
The candidates for these positions will be hired through the State of Franklin Senior Aide Program. Candidates must be 55 years old or older and have an annual income (including Social Security benefits) at or below:
- One person in household: $11,962.50
- Two people in household: $16,037.50
- Three people in household: $20,112.50
- Four people in household: $24,187.50
Income guidelines for families with five or more persons will be furnished, if needed.
Some of the duties will include mowing and trimming grass at campgrounds and other facilities, campground maintenance and operations, building and facility maintenance, landscaping, and participating in safety and sanitation procedures.
For more information, call Betty Sea, director, State of Franklin, at 828-488-3047.
Jill Cleaveland Recognized For Five Years Of Service -- Murphy, NC 28906
Posted by johndilbeck on Tuesday, July 5 2005 at 1:23 AM
(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Jill Cleaveland, who works for the Work Force Investment Act Adult Program in the Murphy office of the Employment Security Commission of North Carolina, just completed five years of full-time service.
Cleaveland's job is to help low-income adults decide what they might want to do for a job. Then she helps them find work or gets them enrolled in training at a two-year community college.
Michael Stiles Honored for 25 Years of Service to NC -- Murphy, NC 28906
Posted by johndilbeck on Wednesday, June 22 2005 at 2:40 AM
(Context Tag: Murphy NC) Michael Stiles of Murphy, NC, was recently honored by Steve Troxler, NC Agriculture Commissioner, for 25 years of service as an employee of the state.
Troxler honored employees from the western part of the state at an employee appreciation day ceremony at the Western North Carolina Agriculture Center on May 10, 2005.
Michael Stiles works for the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services' Veterinary Division.
NC State Senate Pages Selected: Forrister and Gibson -- Cherokee County, NC
Posted by johndilbeck on Sunday, June 12 2005 at 6:56 AM
(Context Tag: Cherokee County NC) Abigail Forrister and Jaderian Gibson, students at Murphy High School, were selected to serve as pages in the North Carolina Senate. Both are sponsored by NC Senator John Snow (D-Murphy).
Pages are appointed by Senate President Pro Tempore Marc Basnight.
Jaderian Gibson is the daughter of Kim and Vaughn Gibson.
Abigail Forrister's parents are Sandy and Steve Forrister.
For decades, the Senate of the North Carolina General Assembly has relied upon pages, who help by delivering bills and amendments for senators during daily Senate sessions at the Legislative Building.
Ranger Brian Southard Named Top Officer -- Murphy, NC 28906
Posted by johndilbeck on Monday, May 30 2005 at 3:27 AM
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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) U.S. Forest Service Ranger Brian Southard has been named the state's and nation's top Wildlife Officer.
He is the sole law enforcement officer with the Tusquitee Ranger District.
In February, 2005, he was named the National Wild Turkey Federation's Wildlife Law Enforcement Officer of the Year for 2004. During 2004, he prosecuted over 900 cases in federal court and has never lost a case.
Ranger Southard encourages anyone who sees any illegal activity on U.S. Forest Service land to call him on his cell phone at 828-508-2946 or at the office at 828-837-5152.
(For related information, see the USDA Forest Service, National Forests in North Carolina, and the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources.)
Mayor Bill Hughes Says Traffic Input Wanted -- Murphy, NC 28906
Posted by johndilbeck on Monday, May 30 2005 at 3:12 AM
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(Context Tag: Murphy NC) In an article in the April 13, 2005 edition of The Cherokee Scout, written by Luke Manget (lmanget@thecherokeescout.com), the author tells us:
"Town officials are 'disheartened' by the lack of public interest in the proposed downtown traffic design.
"If the public doesn't speak up, Mayor Bill Hughes said, changes might never be made to the existing pattern. 'This is an issue that our constituents need to decide on,' he said. 'I wish more people would tell us about what they want. Before we make a decision, I'm going to have to hear from a lot more people.
"It has been more than a month since what Hughes called 'one of the most important meetings we've had since I became mayor,' in which Scott Cook, a traffic engineer with N. C. Department of Transportation, outlined a plan he believed would help ease downtown's traffic problems. Members of the public were highly encouraged to attend and submit their comments.
"So far Hughes has received just eight written comments..."
"...I'm afraid that people have just learned to put up with it, and they don't feel the need to speak out,' Hughes said. 'They would rather keep it the way it is than take a chance with something they don't know.'..."
"...'Right now, it is still in the exploratory stage. I'm still listening to comments,' Hughes said. 'I want what the people want, and we won't know what the people want until they send in their written comments.'"
Want to help?
Write Mayor Bill Hughes at PO Box 130, Murphy, NC 28906 to give suggestions on downtown parking and traffic.
USDA Rural Development Home Loans and Grants -- Cherokee County, NC
Posted by johndilbeck on Saturday, May 28 2005 at 6:11 AM
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USDA Rural Development offers home ownership loans and home improvement loans and grants designed to help rural Americans improve the quality of their lives.
The Section 502 Rural Housing Loans may be used by moderate-, low-, and very-low-income families to buy, build, improve, or repair rural homes. Eligible applicants must be without decent, safe and sanitary housing, unable to obtain necessary credit from other sources, have a good credit history and have stable and dependable income to support house payments, taxes, insurance and necessary living expenses.
The Section 502 Rural Housing Loan may be subsidized based upon financial need in order to assist repayment capacity.
Loans may be made for up to 100% of the appraised value of the property. The only fees would be those associated with closing the loan, such as appraisal fee, attorney fees, etc. Closing costs can be included in the loan amount if supported by market value and repayment ratios.
Rural Development Section 504 Repair and Rehabilitation Loans and Grant are designed for very-low-income individuals who own their own homes, have a reasonable credit history, and are unable to obtain credit elsewhere.
Funds can be used for basic repairs, installing essential features, or to remove existing health and safety hazards. Loans may be made up to $20,000 at a fixed interest rate of 1% and a maximum term of 20 years.
To qualify for grant funds, the applicants must be at least 62 years of age and be unable to repay the low interest loan. The maximum lifetime grant amount is $7,500. There are no application fees associated with this program.
If you are interested in becoming a homeowner or are in need of assistance to repair your home, USDA Rural Development may be able to help. To file an application, or for further information concerning the housing or any other Rural Development programs, please contact Betty Thompson at 828-837-2721, ext. 4, or via email at betty.thompson@nc.usda.gov .
Economic Development Commission -- Andrews, NC 28901 -- January 7, 2005
Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, May 26 2005 at 3:50 AM
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The Cherokee County Economic Development Commission will hold a meeting at 9:30 am on Friday, January 7, 2005, at Industrial Opportunities, Inc., in Andrews, NC.
Cherokee County, NC, moves from Tier 2 to Tier 3 economic status
Posted by johndilbeck on Thursday, May 26 2005 at 3:44 AM
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According to Luke Manget, in a story he wrote for the January 5, 2005 edition of the Cherokee Scout, "Years of economic development efforts are paying off in Cherokee County.
"As of Jan. 1, the state Department of Commerce has moved Cherokee County (NC) from Tier 2 to Tier 3 economic status.
"The rating improvement is the highest Cherokee County has seen since the 1999 closings of two manufacturing plants."
Congratulations to everyone who has worked so hard to make our economy stronger.
Concealed Handgun Class -- Cherokee County, NC -- October 30, 2004
Posted by johndilbeck on Tuesday, May 24 2005 at 3:51 AM
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A concealed handgun class is being offered by Terry Sams and the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office. The class will be held on October 30, 2004 at 8:00 am.
If you have any questions, please call Josephine Gilstrap at the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office at 828-837-2589 extension 241.
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Free Financial Fitness Workshop - Murphy, NC 28906 - January 22, 2008 -- January 19, 2008, 12:34 PM
Support The Valley River Humane Society - Marble, NC 28905 -- January 19, 2008, 12:33 PM
North Carolina Cooperative Extension Master Gardner training - Brasstown, NC 28902 -- January 19, 2008, 12:31 PM
Mountain Little League Baseball Signups - Murphy, NC 28906 -- January 19, 2008, 12:29 PM
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Fourth Annual Robert Burns Dinner - Murphy, NC 28906 - January 25, 2008 -- January 19, 2008, 12:20 PM
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Butterfly Life Grand Opening - Murphy, NC 28906 - January 19, 2008 -- January 19, 2008, 12:16 PM
Sing Behind the Plow Nominated for an Emmy Award - Brasstown, NC 28906 -- January 19, 2008, 12:14 PM
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AP IMPACT: Afghans fed up with government, US (AP via Yahoo! News)
The bearded, turbaned men gather beneath a large, leafy tree in rural eastern Nangarhar province. When Malik Mohammed speaks on their behalf, his voice is soft but his words are harsh. Mohammed makes it clear that the tribal chiefs have lost all faith in both their own government and the foreign soldiers in their country.
Report: Government may soon back Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac (USA Today)
The government may soon step in to provide a financial boost to mortgage finance companies Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, The Wall Street Journal reported late Friday.
Treasuries Drop on Speculation Government Will Prop Up Agencies (Bloomberg.com)
Sept. 5 (Bloomberg) -- Treasuries fell amid speculation the U.S. is close to a plan to that would prop up troubled mortgage finance companies Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac , reducing the appeal of government debt.
NH Local Government Center worker arrested (Boston Globe)
A worker at the New Hampshire Local Government Center, which administers benefit plans for public employees, has been charged with four computer-related crimes.
Federal government urged to adopt national strategy on suicide prevention (Th...
WINNIPEG - A national suicide prevention group wants the federal government to develop a countrywide strategy that could help save lives.
Iraqi government to gain control of anti-al Qaeda councils (CNN.com)
The U.S. military will transfer control of Sunni Awakening groups to the Iraqi government next month, a U.S. military spokesman said Thursday in Baghdad.
Clement says listeriosis inquiry could prompt changes in government response ...
QUEBEC - Health Minister Tony Clement says the Conservative government is ready to consider changes to how it responds to epidemic cases following an independent investigation into the listeriosis outbreak involving Maple Leaf Food products.
Iraq's government reacts sharply to U.S. spying allegations in new book (The ...
BAGHDAD - The Iraqi government reacted sharply Friday to published allegations that the United States spied on Iraq's prime minister, warning that future U.S. ties could be in jeopardy if the report were true.
Poison coroner slams government (BBC News)
The government is criticised by a coroner after he adjourns an inquest into a woman who died after the Camelford water poisoning.
Brazil's Government Could Tender Rights To New Sao Paulo Airport (Nasdaq)
SAO PAULO -(Dow Jones)- Brazil's government is considering auctioning the rights to build and operate a new airport in Sao Paulo, breaking new ground in a country where airports are publicly run, Defense Minister Nelson Jobim said Friday.
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