Regional

Rinaldo set to perform Saturday in Hiawassee

News Staff
Thursday, July 9, 2026
The summer tradition of free music on the Hiawassee Town Square continues at 6:30 p.m. this Saturday, July 11 with Bill Rinaldo taking the stage. Rinaldo is an entertainer, PGA golf professional, G.M. of Chatuge Shores Golf Course and a resident of Hayesville. He has opened for B.J.
Loaded Dice Band includes Johnny, Sarah, Rodney and Joe.

Loaded Dice Band includes Johnny, Sarah, Rodney and Joe.

Celebrate Independence Day at the Hiawassee Town Square

News Staff
Thursday, July 2, 2026
The summer tradition of free music on the Hiawassee Town Square continues at 6:30 p.m. this Saturday, July 4 with the Loaded Dice Band taking the stage. Loaded Dice Band is a classic country/rock band from north Georgia.
Fourth of July celebrations

Fourth of July celebrations

Roundup of 250 celebrations

News Staff
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Independence Day 2026 celebrates 250 years of America — an important birthday for our country. Because there are so many can’t-miss events, we have a roundup of area celebrations, starting with those in Clay County. First, what can be more American than a rodeo?
Tucker Anderson is all smiles in victory lane following his main event win.

Tucker Anderson is all smiles in victory lane following his main event win.

Anderson wins Limited Late Models at Tri-County Race Track

News Staff
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Tucker Anderson, of Blairsville, Ga., powered to victory in the Limited Late Models feature Saturday night at Tri-County Racetrack. Anderson, No. 17, led the 25-lap main event ahead of Jamie Oliver, No. 38, of Murphy, N.C., in second and Shawn Chastain, No. 00, of Murphy in third.
Braden Rumfelt of Murphy posted several reels to his social media before the performance including exploring the park with fellow American Idol contestants and his sister, Cali.

Braden Rumfelt of Murphy posted several reels to his social media before the performance including exploring the park with fellow American Idol contestants and his sister, Cali.

Rumfelt moves to top seven

News Staff
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Murphy native Braden Rumfelt advanced to the top seven after some tense moments as he was announced as the seventh finalist during the live voting results on Monday night’s “Disneyland” episode of American Idol, live from Los Angeles.