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Union County Students Explore Careers in Government and Public Safety
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga. — Union County students had an engaging week learning about careers in government and public administration. On...

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Oct 101 min read
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Murphy to Host Free Fall Window Painting Event
MURPHY, N.C. — Downtown Murphy will come alive with creativity during a free fall window painting event at Olive's Porch. Participants...

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Oct 91 min read
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Georgia Mountain Fall Festival Returns to Hiawassee
HIAWASSEE, Ga. — The Georgia Mountain Fall Festival is set to return to the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds this October, offering two...

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Oct 92 min read
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Clay County Woman Charged in Animal Cruelty Case After Three Dogs Rescued
HAYESVILLE, N.C. (Oct. 8, 2025)  — A Hayesville woman has been charged with animal cruelty after Clay County Sheriff’s deputies rescued...

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Oct 81 min read
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Young Harris Hosts Inaugural 5K Run & Walk to Aid Animal Rescue
YOUNG HARRIS, Ga.— The first annual Animal Rescue 5K Run & Walk, aimed at supporting financial aid for animal rescues, is scheduled for...

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Oct 81 min read
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Union County Breaks Ground on New 911 Dispatch Center Amid Aging Facility Concerns
Photo from the Union County Fire and Rescue Facebook page. BLAIRSVILLE, Ga. — Construction is advancing on a new state-of-the-art 911...

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Oct 82 min read
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Local County Sheriff Issues Appeal to Citizens In Fight Against Crime
Press Release Responding to the increasing number of people wanting to assist law enforcement officials and build a stronger partnership...

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Oct 72 min read
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Towns County Sheriff's Office Announces Christmas Parade for Nov. 29
HIAWASSEE, Ga. — The Towns County Sheriff's Office is gearing up for its annual Christmas Parade as the holiday season approaches,...

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Oct 71 min read
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Clay County School Board Honors Teachers for Top State Exam Rankings
HAYESVILLE, N.C. — The Clay County Schools Board of Education on Monday recognized several teachers for their students' standout...

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Oct 71 min read
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Clay County Public Health Monitors WIC Amid Federal Shutdown
Clay County Public Health, which administers the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition program, is working alongside...

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Oct 61 min read
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Deputy Apprehends Kidnapping Suspect in Towns County Traffic Stop
HIAWASSEE, Ga. — A Towns County sheriff’s deputy apprehended a kidnapping suspect on September 30, following a traffic stop on Highway...

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Oct 31 min read
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Hayesville Realty Group Kicks Off Sock Drive for Homeless Amid Fall Chill
HAYESVILLE, N.C. — A local real estate firm is urging residents to dig into their closets — or shopping bags — to donate new socks for...

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Oct 31 min read
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Cherokee County Sheriff's Office Enhances Victim Support Services
MURPHY, N.C. — The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office has provided vital support to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault since...

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Oct 32 min read
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Clay County Sheriff's Office Rescues Dogs in Animal Abuse Investigation
CLAY COUNTY, NC – On October 2, the Clay County Sheriff's Office conducted a rescue operation, saving multiple dogs from severe neglect...

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Oct 31 min read
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Review: Peacock’s ‘Wrong Window!’ shatters expectations
(Photo by Pam Roman) "Thor hovering" L to R: Alex Giles, Ashley Elver, Milo Elver, Jordan Legue, Kaylee Todd. Background: Ben March. The...

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Oct 22 min read
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Murphy Plans Free Halloween Movie Night with Costume Contest
MURPHY, N.C. — The town of Murphy is gearing up for a family-friendly Halloween kickoff with a free outdoor movie night featuring a...

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Oct 11 min read
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Hayesville, Clay County Gear Up for Fall Festivities with Music, Festivals and More in October
HAYESVILLE, N.C. — Residents and visitors in Hayesville and Clay County are set for a packed October calendar featuring theater...

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Oct 11 min read
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Union County Officials Engage in State Senate Discussion on Next-Generation 911
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga. — Representatives from Union County Fire and Rescue participated in a Georgia Senate Public Safety Subcommittee...

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Oct 11 min read
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UCHS Teacher Named Winner of National Prize for Teaching Excellence
BLAIRSVILLE, GA— Randy Zimmerman, an automotive collision repair teacher from Blairsville, Georgia, has been named a winner of the 2025...

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Sep 303 min read
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Young Harris College to Host Fall Fest with Trick-or-Treating, Food Trucks, and Appalachian Dance
YOUNG HARRIS, Ga. — Young Harris College will host its annual Fall Fest on Oct. 30, inviting families and Halloween enthusiasts to...

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Sep 291 min read
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