Dec 26 25 - Murphy Morning Show: County Offices Closed, Election Filing, Warm Weekend Forecast

Start your Friday with Sara and the Murphy Morning Show, coming to you from the mountains of Murphy, North Carolina.Today’s update begins with a heads up: Cherokee County government offices are closed today for the Christmas observance, so county business will need to wait until offices reopen next week.Next, we look ahead to election season. With the filing deadline now passed for the March fourth, two thousand twenty six primary, local races around Murphy and Cherokee County are shaping up with crowded fields, setting the stage for big conversations on schools, public safety, and growth in the new year.We also highlight community safety and holiday support, including “Shop with a Cop,” where officers and local partners helped bring gifts and encouragement to area kids.Downtown Murphy is still glowing from a full month of holiday events, and many shops are keeping the festive vibe going with lights, sales, and visitors enjoying the season. Plus, a quick nod to the First Friday Art Walk community as artists and small businesses roll from holiday season into the new year.Finally, get your three day weather outlook: mild, unseasonably warm temperatures, mostly cloudy skies, and a chance of light showers through the weekend.Subscribe, like, and stay connected with your neighbors—one morning at a time.