Date: June 26, 2026

Clint Black Live in Hiawassee Tonight

Country music star Clint Black performs tonight at Anderson Music Hall on the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hayesvul. The show begins at 7:00 PM and also features Bryce Leatherwood. It’s a major concert right here in our area.

Sources:2026-06 | Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds / Anderson Music Hall event listings

Quick Brown Fox at Blairsville Social Tonight

Quick Brown Fox is performing live at Blairsville Social in Blairsvul this evening. It’s a convenient local option for residents looking for live music close to home.

Sources:2026-06 | Local venue listings (Blairsville Social)

Blair Crimmins and The Hookers on Saturday in Hayesville

Blair Crimmins and The Hookers perform at the Peacock Performing Arts Center in Hayesvul on Saturday night. It’s another solid live music choice for the weekend.

Sources:2026-06 | Peacock Performing Arts Center event listings

Public Safety Update

The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office continues active enforcement, including recent arrests on serious charges. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty. Residents are encouraged to stay vigilant.

Weekend Travel Note

Construction continues on sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Allow extra time if traveling that route this weekend.

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Multi-agency drug seizure in Cherokee CountySheriff’s office teams pulled in methamphetamine and fentanyl through a recent operation. These efforts help protect families and keep our communities safer.

Local road work and detoursConstruction continues on key routes near Murphy and Hayesville. Drivers should check conditions and plan extra time.

Murphy affordable housing project earns national awardRecognized for important work creating more housing options for local families.

RiverRun Digital AI workshops this summerHands-on sessions help folks learn practical AI skills while staying grounded in trades and mountain life. Next one is July 9th in Blue Ridge at Copper Fox Coffee Loft.

Sources:2026-06-23 | Sheriff Facebook release2026-06-25 | DriveNC.gov incidents2026-06-12 | Town of Murphy news page

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Road Work Underway on US 19/129 in Cherokee County

NCDOT crews are building a new alignment and installing storm water drainage at the intersection with Martins Creek Road and the south end of Lance Road. The area is closed to through traffic. Drivers should expect detours and add a few extra minutes to their trips. Slowing down and staying alert around work zones keeps everyone safe on our mountain roads.

Cherokee County Commissioners Approve Modest Tax Increase for Employee Pay

The Board of Commissioners voted to raise the county portion of the millage rate by one cent. On a home assessed at two hundred fifty thousand dollars, the change adds roughly twenty-five dollars a year. The additional revenue will support pay adjustments aimed at improving retention and reducing turnover in county government positions.

Clay County Historical and Arts Council Prepares 45th Festival on the Square

Volunteers and organizers with the Clay County Historical and Arts Council are finalizing plans for the annual Festival on the Square in Hayesville. The event runs July 10 through 12 and features dozens of artists, live music, food vendors, and community activities around the historic Beal Center Courthouse square. It stands as one of the region’s longest-running celebrations of local talent and neighborly connection.

Fightingtown Creek Nature Park Project Advances in Fannin County

Non-profits and volunteers are moving forward with development of the Fightingtown Creek Nature Park near Blue Ridge. The roughly one hundred ninety-acre site will include about ten miles of natural-surface hiking and biking trails, a disc golf course, picnic areas, and nature-based features designed with sixth through twelfth graders in mind. The project will provide a free outdoor recreation space for families in the greater Fannin County community.

Cherokee Scout Newspaper Plans Practical Relocation to Stay Local

The Cherokee Scout, which has served Cherokee and surrounding counties since 1889, announced plans to sell its longtime building and move to a smaller local office. The weekly print edition and online coverage will continue without interruption. The move is intended to improve efficiency while keeping the paper firmly rooted in the community it has covered for generations.

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