RiverRun Digital AI over Coffee with Real Estate
RiverRun Digital hosts AI over Coffee with Real Estate this Saturday, August 1 at 3:30 at The Press in downtown Murphy. Casual and useful. Learn everyday AI tools that can help with real estate and local business.
Multi-Agency Meth Seizure Stops Load Bound for Cherokee County
On July 24, the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division, the NCSBI, Gilmer and Union County sheriffs in Georgia, and the DEA recovered more than a pound of methamphetamine destined for Cherokee County streets, plus earlier related seizures totaling over 21 ounces. All individuals named are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Sources:
2026-07-24 | https://www.wdef.com/methamphetamine-seized-following-large-investigation/
Andrews Woman Charged in Fentanyl Trafficking Probe
Cherokee County Sheriff’s Narcotics Division charged Lanessa Shenee’ Stroud of Andrews with conspiracy to traffic fentanyl following a July 13 search warrant. Digital evidence and suspected contraband were seized. All individuals named are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Sources:
2026-07-27 | https://newschannel9.com/news/local/cherokee-county-deputies-charge-andrews-woman-in-fentanyl-trafficking-probe
Town of Murphy Awarded $2.1 Million EDA Grant
The U.S. Economic Development Administration awarded Murphy $2.1 million through its FY 2025 Disaster Supplemental Grant Program to construct a new sewer lift station. The project moves critical infrastructure out of the floodplain, improves reliability for homes, businesses, schools, healthcare facilities, and the Riverwalk, and supports future growth. Dogwood Health Trust provided matching funds. Mayor Tim Radford said the investment protects Murphy’s future.
Sources:
2026-07-27 | https://www.themountainbuzz.com/post/town-of-murphy-awarded-2-1-million-eda-grant-for-critical-infrastructure
TomatoFEST Returns Saturday in Downtown Murphy
The fourth annual TomatoFEST runs Saturday, August 1 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the L&N Depot and Riverwalk. Free admission with cooking demos, family activities, local vendors, music, and a Bloody Mary contest for those 21 and older.
Sources:
2026-07 | https://www.wncccfa.org/tomatofest
Copperhill Wins TDOT Traffic Signal Grant
The City of Copperhill received a 2026 Traffic Signal Modernization Program grant from the Tennessee Department of Transportation to upgrade signals and improve safety and flow in the twin-town area.
Sources:
2026-07-21 | https://www.thenewsobserver.com/news
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