McCaysville Flood Recovery Continues
Cleanup is still moving forward in McCaysville after the weekend flash flooding. Blue Ridge Drive has reopened to traffic, but a boil-water advisory remains in effect while crews work to restore the water system. First responders from neighboring North Carolina and Tennessee departments helped with rescues during the storm.
Back to School Bash Coming to Murphy
Mark your calendar for Saturday, August 15. The Back to School Bash at Konehete Park will offer free school supplies. The event is organized by NC Cooperative Extension, Cherokee County DSS, Vaya Health, and Reach of Cherokee County.
Cherokee Singers Gathering Tonight
The Cherokee Singers Gathering takes place this evening at the Yellowhill Activity Center. Enrolled members and families are invited to join for social dances and singing.
Stecoah Stories & Seeds Series Continues
The Stecoah Stories and Seeds Speaker Series continues Wednesday at the Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center in Robbinsville. The program keeps local storytelling and mountain knowledge alive.
Childbirth Classes Available This Week
Cherokee Choices is offering childbirth classes for expecting parents this week. Registration details are available through the program.
Sources:
2026-08-02 to 2026-08-03 | WSB-TV, CBS Atlanta, local3news reports on McCaysville recovery
2026 | Eventbrite / NC Cooperative Extension listing for Back to School Bash
2026-08 | EBCI event calendar for Singers Gathering and Cherokee Choices classes
2026-08 | Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center listings
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