The Appalachia Daily for June 16, 2026, Tuesday

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Community Spotlight Tuesday — highlighting the volunteers, non-profits, and community organizations that keep our mountain towns strong and connected. Date: June 16, 2026 Supporting Local Health Through Blood Donation Drives (Hayesville) Blood donation drives across the region give residents a simple but powerful way to support local health services. One upcoming drive is scheduled for June 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Clay County Community Services Building on Riverside Circle in Hayesville. These events let folks roll up their sleeves and make a real difference for neighbors who need it most. Sources:2026-06 | Local blood donation listings and community service references Union County Farmers Market and Ongoing Volunteer Projects (Blairsville) The Union County Farmers Market runs every Tuesday (in addition to the Saturday schedule), including today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 290 Farmers Market Way in Blairsville. It brings the community together with local produce, goods, and that neighborly spirit. At the same time, non-profits and volunteer groups continue organizing service projects that strengthen Union County year-round. Sources:2026-06 | Union County Farmers Market and local chamber references Community Events and Gatherings in the Blue Ridge Area (Blue Ridge / McCaysville area) Community groups and non-profits in the Blue Ridge and McCaysville area host a variety of events that enrich daily life. Today’s activities include bingo and poker night in Blue Ridge, along with live music and gatherings at local spots like The Flying Trout. These efforts bring residents together for shared causes and good fun. Sources:2026-06 | Local chamber and community event listings VFW and Community Organization Support in Andrews (Andrews) The VFW and other community organizations in Andrews continue their important work through regular events and fundraisers. These volunteer-driven gatherings support veterans, families, and local causes while keeping the community connected and strong in Cherokee County. Sources:2026-06 | VFW and local community organization referencesTake care of your neighbors, and they’ll take care of you. Notes, methods, and rightsAll information is drawn from publicly available sources listed above. Rights for the Appalachia Daily Update are reserved by River Run Digital Media and Entertainment, which produces hyperlocal news for small towns across Appalachia and beyond. Produced by River Run Digital Media and Entertainment – https://media.riverrun.digital River Run Digital Media and Entertainment is a division of RiverRun Digital www.riverrun.digital [http://www.riverrun.digital] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit adu.riverrun.digital [https://adu.riverrun.digital?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

The Appalachia Daily for June 29, 2026, Monday

Date: June 29, 2026 Cherokee County Gets $14 Million Tax Boost from AI Data Center At a recent commissioners meeting the county tax assessor and CFO delivered big news on the CoreWeave AI data center in Marble. The facility reported a 2026 depreciated value exceeding $2.25 billion. That single filing could generate roughly $14 million in direct business property tax revenue to Cherokee County for this year alone. The information arrived late, after the board had already approved a one-cent millage rate increase in early June. Once commissioners saw the full picture they voted unanimously to rescind the increase, with visible celebration in the room. Chairman Alan Bryant told local radio afterward, “It will change the world for us, unless they default on paying taxes or go bankrupt.” For scale, the combined cryptocurrency mining centers in the county are expected to pay a total of about $35,000. The county budget has not been formally adopted yet, and officials are weighing whether this level of revenue will continue. Sources:2026-06-23 | WJRB local radio newscast – https://www.facebook.com/WJRBRadio/posts/by-jeff-battenwjrb-951wjul-977-newscastapril-19-2026investigators-are-still-cons/1727965438265270/ [https://www.facebook.com/WJRBRadio/posts/by-jeff-battenwjrb-951wjul-977-newscastapril-19-2026investigators-are-still-cons/1727965438265270/] Meth Trafficking Arrests in Cherokee County Deputies with the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office worked with the Clay County Sheriff’s Office and Marietta Police Department in Georgia. They arrested Loretta Huskins of Andrews and Rose Cathey after a traffic stop where roughly half a pound of methamphetamine was seized from the vehicle. A follow-up search warrant at Huskins’ home recovered additional suspected methamphetamine, digital scales, and packing materials. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to keep dangerous drugs out of our communities. Sources:2026-06-25 | https://www.wyff4.com/article/deputies-arrest-two-women-meth-trafficking-bust/71733522 [https://www.wyff4.com/article/deputies-arrest-two-women-meth-trafficking-bust/71733522] New Dollar General Opens in Murphy A new Dollar General store has opened at 138 Ledford Street in Murphy. The grand opening event is set for this Saturday at 8 a.m., with $10 gift cards for the first 50 adult customers and tote bags for the first 100 shoppers. The location is expected to create 6 to 10 new jobs and improve access to affordable everyday goods while contributing to local tax revenue and economic activity. Sources:2026-06 | https://www.cherokeescout.com/local-newsletter/dollar-general-opens-new-murphy-store [https://www.cherokeescout.com/local-newsletter/dollar-general-opens-new-murphy-store] Panel Built Expands Operations in Blairsville Panel Built, Inc. announced major facility expansions in Blairsville. The company is adding a 73,000-square-foot addition to its main campus and a 6,400-square-foot expansion at another site. The growth supports increased production of modular buildings and enclosures for large-scale infrastructure and utility projects. It also strengthens ongoing partnerships, including work with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories on power infrastructure solutions. Sources:2026-05-13 | https://apnews.com/press-release/access-newswire/panel-built-inc-announces-facility-expansions-to-support-strategic-growth-and-key-utility-partnerships-bb4a3d7fa892f63522eb071099ba6321 [https://apnews.com/press-release/access-newswire/panel-built-inc-announces-facility-expansions-to-support-strategic-growth-and-key-utility-partnerships-bb4a3d7fa892f63522eb071099ba6321] Gateway Project Advances in Blue Ridge Work continues on the 34-acre Gateway project in Blue Ridge, Georgia, located across Blue Ridge Drive from Walmart. Infrastructure installation, including water and sewer lines, is underway. The development will be anchored by a new grocery store with additional retail planned. Construction is projected to employ around 500 people, with a goal of hiring locally. Officials expect a Spring 2027 opening and note the project will help retain local spending and tax revenue. Sources:2026-06 | https://www.thenewsobserver.com/local-news-newsletter/gateway-project-step-closer [https://www.thenewsobserver.com/local-news-newsletter/gateway-project-step-closer] Take care of your neighbors, and they’ll take care of you. Produced by River Run Digital Media and Entertainment https://media.riverun.digital [https://media.riverun.digital], a division of RiverRun Digital https://go.riverrun.digital [https://go.riverrun.digital] Notes, methods, and rightsAll information is drawn from publicly available sources listed above. Rights for the Appalachia Daily Update are reserved by River Run Digital Media and Entertainment, which produces hyperlocal news for small towns across Appalachia and beyond. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit adu.riverrun.digital [https://adu.riverrun.digital?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

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