It is Tuesday, December Sixteenth, Two Thousand Twenty Five, and Sarah is back with your Murphy Morning Show update from downtown Murphy, North Carolina.

Leading the show today: police say a homeless man from Cherokee is facing multiple misdemeanor charges after allegedly firing a handgun near First Baptist Church. No injuries were reported, but the incident stirred concern for churchgoers and nearby residents. Investigators say even “warning shots” can be dangerous in a busy area, and they are asking anyone with information to contact authorities.

We also revisit a case weighing heavily on the community: the homicide investigation connected to a woman found dead earlier this fall in the Marble community. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation continues assisting the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, and officials say leads are still being followed.

Plus, a regional update tied to recent serious incidents, including a suspect in Topton found with a self inflicted gunshot wound as warrants were being served, with the broader investigation still active.

On the local government side, Andrews remains under a previously declared state of emergency related to wildfire risk, a reminder to stay cautious with outdoor burning as conditions shift.

Then we get you ready for the next three days of Murphy weather: cool afternoons, chilly nights, clouds, and a few light rain chances, with a brighter and slightly milder Thursday.

Finally, a look at holiday happenings, including downtown Murphy’s Last Minute Shopping Sale on Saturday, December Twentieth, plus seasonal events in Blairsville, Georgia.

Subscribe, stay safe, and we will see you tomorrow.