Murphy North Carolina News Minute

On this Sunday edition of the Murphy Morning Show, host Sarah guides neighbors through a full look at what is happening across Murphy, Cherokee County, and nearby mountain towns. The episode opens with county leaders debating federal land policy and a new resolution on the Antiquities Act, as they work to balance conservation with private property rights, hunting, forestry, and outdoor recreation...

On this Saturday, November twenty ninth, Two Thousand Twenty Five, the Murphy Morning Show is all about small town sparkle and big community heart. Sarah takes you through a full Saturday in Murphy, North Carolina, starting with Shop Small Weekend in historic downtown. Local boutiques, restaurants, and specialty shops are rolling out Downtown Dollars promotions, extended hours, and special sales t...

In this episode of the Murphy Morning Show, Sarah welcomes you to Friday, November Twenty Eighth, Two Thousand Twenty Five, with a warm mug of coffee and a big dose of hometown gratitude. She kicks things off in downtown Murphy, where Shop Small Weekend is rolling out from late morning into early evening, inviting neighbors to explore local shops, holiday window displays, and unique gifts you will...

Happy Thanksgiving, neighbors! 🎙️ In this special holiday edition of the Murphy Morning Show , Sarah is coming to you from our cozy corner of the mountains with the news, weather, and community events you need to know for Thursday, November 27, 2025. We start with local headlines from Murphy and Cherokee County, where a Peachtree man has been sentenced in a record-breaking drug trafficking case, h...

Start your holiday Wednesday with the Murphy Morning Show, where community truly comes first. In this episode, Sarah walks you through a powerful mix of public safety updates, local court news, and Thanksgiving week happenings from right here in Murphy, North Carolina and nearby Andrews. We begin with a look at a record breaking drug trafficking conviction that brought long awaited closure for man...

Start your day in the mountains with the Murphy Morning Show, hosted by Sarah, for Tuesday, November Twenty Fifth, Two Thousand Twenty Five. Grab that first cup of coffee and settle in as we walk through the stories, storms, and bright spots shaping life here in Murphy, North Carolina and our neighboring communities. In today’s episode, Sarah begins with a difficult night on Grape Creek, where fir...

Start your week with Sarah on the Murphy Morning Show as she walks you through Monday, November Twenty Fourth, Two Thousand Twenty Five in our mountain community. From plans to expand the Valley River Avenue park and a festive downtown Holiday Market, to Murphy High School’s award winning robotics team, a safely resolved missing person search, and support for the family affected by the Grape Creek...

On this Sunday, November Twenty Third, Two Thousand Twenty Five, Sarah brings you a heartfelt blend of tough headlines and hopeful stories on the Murphy Morning Show. She begins with the tragic house fire in the Grape Creek community on John Taylor Road, where one life was lost and two firefighters were injured while trying to rescue the resident. She shares how neighbors are already stepping up w...

Wake up with Sarah on the Murphy Morning Show for a sunny Saturday roundup from across our mountain communities. In this episode, recorded on Saturday, November Twenty Second, Two Thousand Twenty Five, we cover: Overnight fire on Church Street in Murphy, quickly contained with everyone safe and neighbors delivering support and baked goods. Murphy High School’s big football win over Andrews, twenty...

tart your Friday with the Murphy Morning Show for Friday, November Twenty First, Two Thousand Twenty Five, as Sarah walks you through everything that mattered around Murphy, North Carolina and our nearby mountain communities. In this cozy episode, you will hear about: The latest town council discussion on expanding the public park along Valley River Avenue, with new walking trails, picnic spots, a...

On this Thursday, November Twentieth, Two Thousand Twenty Five, the Murphy Morning Show with Sarah walks you through a full day of news, heart, and holiday spirit from our mountain communities. Sarah starts with an overnight fire on Valley River Avenue in Murphy, where everyone thankfully made it out safely as neighbors rally around a damaged historic storefront. Then she highlights new classroom...

It is Wednesday, November Nineteenth, Two Thousand Twenty Five, and Sarah is guiding you through a holiday-ready Murphy Morning Show. Tune in for updates on downtown traffic changes aimed at helping local shoppers, a safely contained structure fire in Andrews, Peachtree Elementary’s Thanksgiving canned food drive, and regional highlights from Blairsville’s winter festival to the Blue Ridge turkey...

Start your Tuesday with the Murphy Morning Show as Sarah walks you through what is happening across our mountain towns. Today, we look back at the municipal elections in Murphy that brought two new voices onto the seven member town council and what that could mean for local issues and support programs. We also touch on changes to supplemental nutrition assistance and how families are feeling that...

It is Sunday, November Sixteenth, Two Thousand Twenty Five, and the Murphy Morning Show is here with your host, Sarah, to walk you through a cozy autumn day in the mountains. In this episode, we talk about new funding to improve the walking trails at Konehete Park, making the riverfront safer and more fun for families. We visit Andrews for a heartfelt pancake breakfast supporting local veterans, a...

It is Sunday, November Sixteenth, Two Thousand Twenty Five, and the Murphy Morning Show is here with your host, Sarah, to walk you through a cozy autumn day in the mountains. In this episode, we talk about new funding to improve the walking trails at Konehete Park, making the riverfront safer and more fun for families. We visit Andrews for a heartfelt pancake breakfast supporting local veterans, a...

t is Saturday, November Fifteenth, Two Thousand Twenty Four, and Sarah is back on the Murphy Morning Show with a cozy weekend update from our mountain communities. Grab your coffee, neighbors, and settle in. Today’s episode covers: • A brand new public park along the Valley River in Murphy, with walking trails, picnic pavilions, and a children’s play area on the way. • Local volunteers packing Tha...

Start your Friday with warmth, clarity, and a full scoop of what’s happening across our mountain towns. On this November Fourteenth edition of the Murphy Morning Show, Sarah walks you through: New upgrades coming to Konehete Park, including freshly paved walking trails planned for early spring Downtown Murphy gearing up for the annual craft fair at the L and N Depot Andrews Elementary celebrating...

It’s Thursday, November Thirteenth, and Sarah brings you the latest from Murphy, North Carolina. ⚖️ Jail tragedy prompts safety changes 🚲 Bicycle accident in Marble 🗳️ Andrews mayor wins by just fourteen votes 🔥 Burn bans, weekend events, and your local forecast Stay informed, stay kind, and start your morning with the Murphy Morning Show — your hometown news, weather, and community stories.

Midweek in Murphy, and we are all about community. Safety first, heart full, skies partly cloudy. Civilian Auxiliary meets at the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office at seven o’clock tonight. Western North Carolina under high fire risk—observe burn bans and stay alert. Cherokee County jail pauses federal inmates after a recent loss; agencies focus on security. Four Square Community Action’s Healthy O...

Start your day in Murphy, North Carolina with a warm cup and a clear picture of what matters. Today’s episode covers the Murphy Town Council’s push to improve downtown flow with updated crosswalks and a possible roundabout near the courthouse, a friendly reminder from Murphy Police to lock vehicles and keep valuables out of sight, and free influenza shots at the health department on Hilton Street...

Neighbors first. That is today’s heartbeat. We cover road safety in Marble after a second bicyclist tragedy in three months, commend Cherokee County Detention Center staff for stopping two overdoses, and spotlight Unaka’s own Ann Lukens—lifelong helper now lifted by her community. Andrews honors service with a Veterans Day breakfast, local elections bring fresh faces to town hall, and Murphy’s wal...

It is Saturday, November Eighth, Two Thousand Twenty-Five, and host Sarah is bringing you the latest from our beautiful mountain home on The Murphy Morning Show . Today’s episode covers the week’s top local stories — from a tragic bicycle accident in Marble and quick-thinking detention staff in Murphy, to a heroic community rallying behind longtime Unaka volunteer Ann Lukens. We also cover the pol...

Murphy neighborly roundup for our mountain community. Sarah shares today’s top local stories, a quick weekend outlook, and ways to stay safe and involved across Murphy, Marble, Peachtree, and Andrews. Today’s Headlines Ongoing investigation in Murphy after a woman was found deceased at home; officials suspect foul play. In Andrews, Mayor James Reid retains office after a narrow contest with Brandi...

Today’s episode walks through a tough but important news day across Marble, Peachtree, Murphy, Andrews, and the valley — including the tragic loss of a cyclist on Airport Road, a Peachtree exploitation case, an ongoing homicide investigation, and a domestic dispute safely resolved thanks to fast law enforcement response. We also cover: Mayor James Reid’s narrow win in Andrews A $100,000 grant tran...

Your mid-week local scoop in minutes. • Murphy: Town Council approves a spring downtown revamp—benches, lighting, storefront help. • Andrews: Students pack care kits for military families. Heartwarming. • Peachtree: Main St. bridge repairs this week—expect delays; finish before weekend. • Blairsville: More bear sightings—secure trash, keep pets in after dark. • Blue Ridge: Autumn Art Fair draws bi...