Extension Master Food Volunteers launch Donation Station at Murphy Farmers Market
The Extension Master Food Volunteers have brought back their Donation Station. Every second and fourth Saturday, you can drop off fresh produce or cash, and it all goes straight to our local food pantries. It’s a simple way to help fight hunger while you’re already supporting our farmers.
House of Esther beauty shop now open on Murphy Town Square
A new local business is now open right on the square. House of Esther brings clean beauty products and local makers to downtown Murphy, giving us another great reason to keep our shopping right here in town.
Habitat for Humanity of Fannin & Gilmer Counties seeks more volunteers
Habitat for Humanity is looking for more volunteers to help build homes across Fannin and Gilmer counties. If you’ve got a few hours to spare, they’d love to have you. It’s one of the best ways to directly help neighbors get into safe, affordable housing right here in our tri-county area.
2026 Property Tax Listings due in Cherokee County
Local business owners, a quick reminder: 2026 property tax listings are due in Cherokee County. If you haven’t turned yours in yet, now’s the time. It helps keep county services running smoothly for all of us.
Murphy Farmers Market kicks off its 2026 season
The Murphy Farmers Market is officially back for the 2026 season. Every Saturday, you can grab fresh local produce, handmade goods, and soak up that classic mountain market atmosphere. Perfect time to support our farmers.
Cherokee County Chamber welcomes new member Heifer & Bull Butchery
The Cherokee County Chamber just welcomed a new member — Heifer & Bull Butchery. Another local business joining the chamber means even more support for our mountain economy.
Supporter Spotlight: BigHead’s Grub
BigHead’s Grub is keeping the patio at Buck Bald Brewery nice and hot. They’re serving 100% ground brisket burgers from noon until about 7 p.m. every day while the weather stays this nice. If you’re looking for a good burger with a mountain view, head on up there.
Sources:
2026-04-14 | https://cherokee.ces.ncsu.edu/news/nourishing-cherokee-county-the-donation-station-returns-to-murphy-farmers-market/
2026-04-14 | https://www.facebook.com/houseofestherbeauty/
2026-04-14 | https://www.facebook.com/groups/1258068051008920/posts/3650865441729157/
2026-04-14 | https://www.cherokeecounty-nc.gov/488/2026-Property-Tax-Listing-Notice
2026-04-14 | https://www.townofmurphync.com/community/page/murphy-farmers-market
2026-04-14 | https://www.facebook.com/cherokeecountync
Notes, methods, and rights
All information is drawn from publicly available sources listed above. Rights for the Appalachia Daily Update are reserved by River Run Digital Media and Entertainment, which produces hyperlocal news for small towns across Appalachia and beyond.
