Community Spotlight Tuesday: Valley River Humane Society Pets of the Week
The Cherokee Scout’s Pets of the Week feature is a good nudge to think about adoption, fostering, volunteering, or year-end support for a shelter that serves our area.
A practical way to help is sharing adoptable pets with friends and family who are looking.
Volunteering can be as simple as helping with cleaning, walking, or events, depending on current needs.
If you’re not in a position to adopt, supplies and donations still make a real difference.
Sources:
https://valleyriverhumanesociety.org/
News Date: December 29, 2025.
Hard news: Cherokee County arrest report (Detention Center bookings listed)
A local arrest report is the kind of information some neighbors check regularly, and it’s also worth repeating that an arrest is not the same thing as a conviction.
Use posted reports for awareness and safety, not gossip.
If you’re unsure about something you saw shared online, verify it against the published report.
Be careful about re-sharing names or details without context.
Sources:
https://www.cherokeescout.com/local/cherokee-county-arrest-report-dec-24-2025
News Date: December 23, 2025.
Regional public safety: TBI investigating an officer-involved shooting in Polk County, Tennessee
An official TBI investigation is underway after an officer-involved shooting tied to a mental-health call in the Reliance area.
The investigation is ongoing, and details can change as evidence is reviewed.
Official updates are the most reliable place to track what’s confirmed.
This is a reminder that mental-health crises affect real families across our region.
Sources:
News Date: December 21, 2025.
Schools: Two candidates join the race for seats on the Cherokee County Board of Education
Two late filings changed the shape of two school board races, which matters for families and anyone tracking school governance.
Check your district and the ballot so you know which seat applies to you.
Look for candidate forums, official bios, and voting timelines.
Encourage respectful, issues-first conversations about schools.
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News Date: December 29, 2025.
Outdoors notice: Scioto Shooting Range closed on December 30 for hazard tree mitigation
If you planned a range trip today, this prevents a wasted drive and keeps people safe while crews handle hazardous trees.
The range is closed for the day on December 30.
Plan for an alternate location or reschedule.
Share the notice with friends who might head out there early.
Sources:
News Date: December 10, 2025.
Local sports: Fannin County Middle School eighth grade girls capture a league title
A bright spot to end the day: Fannin County Middle School’s eighth grade girls finished their season with a championship win.
Big congratulations to the players and coaches for a strong finish.
Youth sports are a community effort, from parents to volunteers.
Showing up in the stands matters more than people think.
Sources:
News Date: December 23, 2025.
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