Appalachia Daily Update - March 9, 2026

Repeat Drug Trafficker Arrested in Martins CreekThe Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division and Clay County partners served a warrant and seized 278 grams of methamphetamine from a repeat trafficker. The suspect now faces multiple felony charges.This kind of enforcement work directly protects our neighborhoods and roads.News as of: March 5, 2026.Folger Gas LLC Now Open in MurphyFamily-owned Folger Gas held its ribbon-cutting at 3765 East US 64 Alternate. The new propane service is ready for homes and businesses across Cherokee County.Reliable local fuel options help everyone stay warm and prepared.News as of: March 5, 2026.Petunia Belle Mae’s Furniture & Gifts Opens in HayesvilleThe new store on Main Street in Hayesville offers furniture, gifts, and home décor. Grand opening was March 7th.More local shopping choices and jobs right in Clay County.News as of: March 7, 2026.Fannin County Commissioners Meet TonightThe Board of Commissioners gathers at 5:30 p.m. in Blue Ridge to discuss county roads, services, and development.Decisions here affect daily life across the state line.News as of: March 9, 2026.Supporter Spotlight: North Georgia Technical College AI WorkshopNorth Georgia Technical College is co-hosting a hands-on two-day AI for Small Business workshop series with River Run Digital. Sessions run March 24 and 31 at the Clarkesville campus and focus on practical tools for local teams.Registration and details: https://go.riverrun.digital/AI-Workshop-NGTCNews as of: March 2026.Where to listenhttps://go.riverrun.digital/ADU-PodcastsNotes, methods, and rightsThis Appalachia Daily Update was created with the help of AI tools working alongside a human editor. All information is drawn from publicly available sources listed above. Rights for the Appalachia Daily Update are reserved by River Run Digital, which produces hyperlocal news for small towns across Appalachia and beyond. To learn more about River Run Digital and its local news projects, visit https://go.riverrun.digitalTake care of your neighbors, and they will take care of you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit adu.riverrun.digital