Wake up with Sarah in Murphy, North Carolina for a cozy Tuesday update packed with hometown headlines and Christmas-week vibes.

We spotlight Cherokee County holiday traditions, including the Andrews “Gingerbread Christmas” parade, Magic on Main Street energy, and how December events are helping keep downtown shops busy. We also touch on ongoing public-safety efforts and partnerships aimed at keeping drugs and violent crime out of our mountain communities, plus county conversations about federal land and conservation rules, property rights, and preserving the beauty that draws visitors here.

Then Sarah breaks down the next three days of Murphy weather: chilly mornings, mild afternoons, mostly cloudy skies, and only small chances of light drizzle. If you are traveling, we talk about watching for early-valley fog and giving yourself extra time on the roads.

To wrap up, we share ways to soak in the season: last-minute shopping in downtown Murphy, gatherings at the Murphy Ballroom, and a scenic drive to Mountain Country Christmas in Lights at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee. We also look ahead to family-friendly New Year’s Eve fireworks plans and tips for a safe, warm night out.

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