Merry Christmas from Murphy, North Carolina! Join Sara for a warm, hometown check in on Thursday, December twenty fifth. We look back on how December parades, downtown festivals, and Magic on Main Street style events in Murphy and Andrews brought families out, helped local shops and restaurants, and kept our mountain towns glowing all month long.

We also touch on Cherokee County public safety, including the sheriff’s office focus on community partnerships and high visibility patrols during holiday travel. Plus, we highlight county leaders working through year end business tied to federal land and conservation rules, and why those conversations matter for property rights, outdoor traditions, and the natural beauty that brings visitors here.

In Andrews, we revisit the Gingerbread Christmas parade spotlight, including Moog of Peachtree taking top honors in the float competition. Around the region, we note the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds Mountain Country Christmas in Lights wrapping up on Christmas Eve.

Then we break down the next three days of Murphy weather, featuring unusually mild temperatures, lots of clouds, a small chance of light showers, and possible valley fog after dark. Finally, a few simple community reminders for a safe, cozy holiday and a peaceful close to Christmas Day.