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The Appalachia Daily for April 24, 2026 – Friday

Soundcheck Friday: Blairsville seafood & music, Ramp Tramp, Andrews Spring Fling, Wildcats stay perfect, Cherokee Spring Rod Run, plus NGTC AI Workshop call-out.

April 24, 2026

Happy Friday, neighbors! Spring is bringing music, cars, and practical opportunities across our mountain communities.

Blairsville Music & Seafood Festival Starts Today

Live local musicians, fresh seafood, vendors, bounce houses, and family fun at the Historic Mock House in Blairsville. $5 admission (kids free). Runs through Sunday.

Polk County Ramp Tramp Festival – April 24–25

Classic Appalachian celebration in Reliance, TN (near Ducktown) with ramps, music, and proceeds benefiting Polk County 4-H.

Andrews Spring Fling – Tomorrow on Main Street

Vendors, crafts, food trucks, and family fun from 11 a.m.–5 p.m. in downtown Andrews.

Andrews Wildcats Remain Undefeated at 17-0

Huge local pride for our high school baseball team after sweeping Murphy.

Weekend Weather: Perfect for Getting Out

Highs in the low-to-mid 70s with sunshine across the entire coverage area.

Copperhill Cleanup Week – April 27 to May 1

Time to pitch in and keep our mountain towns beautiful.

Cherokee Spring Rod Run Today on EBCI Lands

Annual classic car show and community celebration happening today in Cherokee, NC on Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians lands.

Supporter Spotlight: NGTC AI Workshop – May 18-19

North Georgia Technical College is offering a practical, hands-on AI Workshop: Practical Uses in the Workplace May 18–19 (9 AM–12 PM each day) at their Clarkesville campus.
Cost: $149 | 6-hour workshop focused on real tools small teams can use immediately — automating tasks, creating content, and making smarter decisions.
Partnership between North Georgia Technical College and River Run Digital, producer of this broadcast.
You’ll leave with a personalized “Workflow Pack” you can start using right away.
More info: https://bit.ly/SBAIW

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