Murphy Mayor Tim Radford elected vice president of state mayors group
Murphy Mayor Tim Radford was elected vice president of the North Carolina Mayors Association. The role puts him first in line to become the group’s next president. More than seventy mayors from across the state chose him, giving small mountain communities like ours a stronger voice on roads, jobs, and the issues that hit rural Appalachia hardest.
Sources:
2026-05-26 | https://www.cherokeescout.com/local-newsletter/murphy-mayor-help-lead-state-mayor-association
Cherokee County 2028 reappraisal field visits underway
Appraisal staff from Vincent Valuation Company are already working their way through Cherokee County neighborhoods. They measure structures, take exterior photos, and update property records for the full county reappraisal that takes effect January 1, 2028. Teams wear safety vests, carry name badges, and drive vehicles with clear signs. They will not enter homes but may knock with a few quick questions. Property owners should have records ready so the final numbers stay fair.
Sources:
2026-03-05 (ongoing) | https://www.andrewsnc.org/cherokee-county-2028-reappraisal-field-visits-are-beginning/
Local Legends: Cherokees in the Revolutionary War – May 1776
A fresh look at May 1776 shows how the Cherokee nation was drawn into the first clashes of the American Revolution. The piece highlights the long record of Cherokee military service and civic contributions that continues in our communities right now.
Sources:
2026-05-20 | https://theonefeather.com/2026/05/20/cherokees-in-the-revolutionary-war-may-1776/
EBCI runner prepares documentary on coast-to-coast journey
An Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians member who ran from San Diego to Wilmington, North Carolina last year is now shaping that story into a documentary. The project captures the personal grit and the Gadugi spirit of selfless help that runs through mountain life.
Sources:
2026-05-22 | https://theonefeather.com/2026/05/22/good-medicine-follows-tribal-members-transcontinental-run-and-more/
Local Legends: The railroad that built Andrews in 1890
The Richmond and Danville Railroad reached Andrews in spring 1890 and turned a quiet valley into the community hub it remains today. That single line explains why the town sits where it does and why the old stories still shape how we think about growth and preservation.
Sources:
https://www.andrewsnc.org/our-history/
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