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Deby Jo Ferguson • Clay County Progress Danny Jones, Ken Ball and Andy Gibson stand at the grave marker that distinguishes where the remains of the Carney family, Elda, Wilma, Buck and Jimmy are now buried together.

Deby Jo Ferguson • Clay County Progress Danny Jones, Ken Ball and Andy Gibson stand at the grave marker that distinguishes where the remains of the Carney family, Elda, Wilma, Buck and Jimmy are now buried together.

Carney family circle remains unbroken

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Thursday, July 18, 2024
By Becky Long Publisher   Elda “Buck” Carney Jr. was a Purple Heart recipient for his role in the Vietnam War. However, most people in Clay County remember him as a beloved teacher and track coach at Hayesville High School. He died in 2008.
2023 8 oz Nation in concert bringing music for the soul.

2023 8 oz Nation in concert bringing music for the soul.

WNC’s largest fundraiser ‘80’s Flashback Weekend coming to Franklin

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Thursday, July 18, 2024
By Morgan Stewart Guest Writer   Today, the ‘80s Flashback Weekend announced its full two-week schedule so fans can relive the quintessential Gen X decade while helping children with critical medical needs. The events will raise money and awareness for the Shriners Children’s Greenville hospital.

Concert on the Hiawassee square

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Thursday, July 18, 2024
By Joyce Frick Guest Writer   Doctor Paul and Tom Edwards each bring a long history of musical performances in solo and group settings to the stage. Tom Edwards is a multi-instrumentalist and singer- songwriter with a large catalogue of original music.

Can’t envision WKRK without Emma Ramsey

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Thursday, July 18, 2024
By Anngee Quinones-Belian Staff Correspondent   Emma Ramsey, also known as Miss Emma, is the epitome of a faithful employee. WKRK radio has been on the air since 1958. The 1320-AM station was originally owned by Paul Ridenhour, while Ramsey then was working at Clifton Precision.
“Out Past 9” will hit the stage at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 13 on the square in Hiawassee, Ga. Don’t miss the “feel-good music” and be sure to bring your dancing shoes

“Out Past 9” will hit the stage at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 13 on the square in Hiawassee, Ga. Don’t miss the “feel-good music” and be sure to bring your dancing shoes

Enchanted music on the square in Hiawassee

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Thursday, July 11, 2024
By Joyce Frick Guest Writer   Beginning at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 13 people will start gathering on the Hiawassee square to hear “Out Past 9,” when they hit the stage.
Brush Fire, from left, Robert Brewer, Kerry Warbington, Jeff Partridge and Mike Fleming will be performing at the Brasstown Community Center on Saturday, July 13.

Brush Fire, from left, Robert Brewer, Kerry Warbington, Jeff Partridge and Mike Fleming will be performing at the Brasstown Community Center on Saturday, July 13.

Brush Fire in concert at Brasstown

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Tuesday, July 2, 2024
By Sarah Staugler Guest Writer   The Brasstown Community Center is proud to welcome back Brush Fire on Saturday, July 13 as part of our Summer Concert Series. Brush Fire was founded in 1977 in Newnan, Ga.
Sugah & Thuh Cubes will be singing at Friday Summer Concert Series at 7 p.m. Friday, July 5 on the square.

Sugah & Thuh Cubes will be singing at Friday Summer Concert Series at 7 p.m. Friday, July 5 on the square.

Enjoy smoky, sweet sounds of soul, R&B and blues

News Staff
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
By Victoria Ewing Ware Guest Writer   The 2024 Friday Summer Concert Series gets even sweeter on Friday, July 5 when Clay County Communities Revitalization Association welcomes Sugah & Thuh Cubes back to the Historic Courthouse/Beal Center gazebo on the square. Based in Cherokee, N.C.
Communities have been shape-note singing since the 1960s at Folk School, beginning with Richard Moss of Hayesville

Communities have been shape-note singing since the 1960s at Folk School, beginning with Richard Moss of Hayesville

Singing, dancing events at Folk School

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Tuesday, July 2, 2024
By T-Claw Crawford Guest Writer   Singing and dancing are among July events at the John C. Campbell Folk School. • From 2-4:30 p.m.
Branson Worley with his beehives carrying on a family tradition and his dream.

Branson Worley with his beehives carrying on a family tradition and his dream.

At a glance: Worley enjoys two top passions; paramedic and beekeeping

News Staff
Thursday, June 27, 2024
By Deby Jo Ferguson Staff Writer   Branson Worley Jr., 34, is married to Jessica and they have one son, Mason. Branson graduated from Hayesville High School and has been at the Clay County EMS for 10 years as a paramedic. Branson is the son of Andy and Kathy Worley of Hayesville.

Penland celebrates 106 years

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Thursday, June 27, 2024
Ruth Ford Penland celebrated her 106 birthday on Monday, June 17, 2024. A luncheon was held with family and friends in her honor. Penland and her twin brother, Rex, were born June 19, 1918 to Edney and Bessie Sluder Ford at their grandparents George and Rena Bridges Ford’s home in Warne, N.C.