Here is what’s happening in the Appalaytcha region for Friday, November 14, 2025.
Today’s Weather Forecast Expect dry, clear conditions today, but a cold night is ahead with lows dropping into the mid-to-upper 30s. Fog is possible Saturday morning as moisture returns.
* Source: National Weather Service (NWS), Morristown, TN
Canton Man Charged in Fatal Bicyclist Collision in Marble A man from Canton, NC, has been charged with misdemeanor death by vehicle. The charge is connected to a fatal collision on November 3rd on Airport Road in Marble, which killed a 48-year-old woman who was riding her bicycle.
* Source: Cherokee Scout (via User Report)
Potential Partial SNAP Benefits for November Fluctuating federal funding for SNAP may lead to partial benefits for November. Local groups, including First United Methodist Church in Murphy, are mobilizing to provide food assistance, noting that over 2,300 local families could be impacted.
* Source: Local Organization Report (via User Report)
GBI Arrests Blairsville Man The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has arrested a Blairsville man in Union County in connection with an assault investigation.
* Source: GA.FetchYourNews.com
NC Child Fatality Task Force Meets Today The state’s Child Fatality Task Force, specifically the Intentional Death Prevention Committee, is holding a virtual public meeting today, November 14th, at 1:30 PM.
* Source: North Carolina General Assembly
Murphy High School Playoff Football Game Tonight The Murphy Bulldogs (8-2) host Albemarle (5-6) tonight at 7:00 PM for a neutral playoff game in the 2025 NCHSAA Football Championships.
* Source: Max Preps
WNC Festival of Trees Kicks Off Today in Hayesville The WNC Festival of Trees runs today through Sunday at The Beal Center in Hayesville. The event includes decorated trees, a raffle, and Santa photos, with all proceeds supporting local scholarships.
* Source: Blairsville-Union County Chamber of Commerce
Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Drive Announced Samaritan’s Purse is holding its annual shoebox drive from November 17-24. A local drop-off point is available at The Ridge Community Church in Mineral Bluff, GA.
* Source: The News Observer (Blue Ridge, GA)
Looking Ahead: Cherokee County Commissioners Meeting The next regular meeting for the Cherokee County Board of Commissioners is scheduled for this Monday, November 17th.
* Source: Cherokee County, NC Official Website
Bellview Teen Shines with Bagpipe Talent Emma Grace Campbell, a teenager from Bellview, is being recognized for her exceptional talent on the bagpipes, crediting her adoptive family’s support for her passion.
* Source: Cherokee Scout (via User Report)
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