Good morning and happy Valentine’s Day to everyone across our corner of the mountains. If you are looking to get outdoors today, the Piney Knob Trails in Murphy are the perfect destination. The weather is holding up beautifully for a Saturday morning hike or mountain bike ride. With over thirteen miles of professionally built singletrack, there is plenty of room to explore and get some fresh air. It is a fantastic way to start the day before the rain arrives on Sunday.
For those who might have forgotten to make evening reservations, you are in luck. The Murphy Ballroom is hosting a Valentine’s Fundraiser today, open to the public. Their Day of Dance kicks off at three thirty this afternoon. You can drop by to enjoy the music, hit the dance floor, and support local arts without the pressure of a formal, sit-down dinner.
Over in Union County, the Blairsville Civic Center is hosting a special Valentine’s Edition of their Community Line Dance. The music starts at six thirty tonight. Instructors will be on hand to help beginners learn the steps. This makes it a fun, stress-free way to spend the evening with your neighbors, even if you have two left feet.
If your weekend plans involve a scenic drive, please be aware of a road closure in the Pisgah National Forest. Forest Service Road five thousand, also known as Wash Creek Road, is closed to through traffic. The closure stretches from the Wash Creek Horse Camp up to the Blue Ridge Parkway for safety and maintenance. You will need to plan an alternate route toward the Gap if you are heading east.
Finally, we highly recommend taking advantage of the weather today. We are looking at a high of sixty-one degrees with a pleasant mix of sun and clouds. Sunday will bring an eighty percent chance of heavy rain that is expected to linger into Monday. Make sure to get your outdoor chores and activities done today while the skies are clear.
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