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Colton Hughes and Chris Hughes

Colton Hughes and Chris Hughes

Halloweentown returns

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
Becky Long • Clay County Progress Colton Hughes, 1 year old, was snuggly warm and cute as a button in his Cowardly Lion costume which ironically earned him "scariest" in the infant to 3 year old contest during Tuesday's return of Trick or Treating on the Hayesville town square.
Albert Edward Hall served the country in the European Theater during World War II.

Albert Edward Hall served the country in the European Theater during World War II.

Absalom Hooper, boy patriot, fought for freedom

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
By Marcia Barnes Feature Writer   An American Revolutionary soldier, Absalom Hooper was born on the main Broad River near the mouth of Green River in South Carolina.

Childcare center closings set for Oct. 31

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
By Becky Long Publisher   Clay County parents and daycare workers were handed a heavy blow last week when they learned of the closing of 13 centers in western North Carolina, including two in Clay County. The final closing date is set for Oct. 31.
Hillary Bond keeps the pie-eating contest moving along while contestants put in their best times finishing the fall favorite dessert of pumpkin pie. The contest is among many activities for children available at the Clay County Chamber of Commerce Punkin Chunkin. An estimated 7,0000 people came to watch pumpkins fly and enjoy an array of food and crafts from vendors during the two-day annual event in Brasstown..

Hillary Bond keeps the pie-eating contest moving along while contestants put in their best times finishing the fall favorite dessert of pumpkin pie. The contest is among many activities for children available at the Clay County Chamber of Commerce Punkin Chunkin. An estimated 7,0000 people came to watch pumpkins fly and enjoy an array of food and crafts from vendors during the two-day annual event in Brasstown..

Festival is all about the pumpkins

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
Photo by Kevin Sellers The county’s 911 call center has come a long way in its construction. It is located between the DSS buildling and the courthouse.

Photo by Kevin Sellers The county’s 911 call center has come a long way in its construction. It is located between the DSS buildling and the courthouse.

911 call center construction on target

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
By Lorrie Ross Staff Writer   As populations increase, communities often outgrow many of their spaces, including those buildings occupied by public agencies. In Clay County, the building housing 911 is one of those agencies which has passed its capacity.
Wildland and rescue vehicle for the east end of Clay County.

Wildland and rescue vehicle for the east end of Clay County.

Wildland and Rescue truck acquired for the east end of Clay County

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
By Joyce E. Portik Clay Co. Fire & Rescue   As part of a five-year plan to update the department’s fleet, Clay County Fire & Rescue is proud to announce a combination Wildland and Rescue Vehicle for the east end of Clay County.

Two charged in meth bust

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
Submitted by Clay Co. Sheriff’s Office   On Oct. 25,  at 7:31 PM Clay County Sgt Tyler Faggard was dispatched to 153 Rocking Chair Trail in Hayesville after a report of Breaking and Entering. At 7:48 p.m.

It’s Punkin Chunkin weekend

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
By Lorrie Ross Staff Writer   Peter, Peter Pumpkin Eater may want to rush on over to Clay County this coming weekend because the Punkin Chunkin is back in town. Ever seen adults compete to make pumpkins fly?