The Appalachia Daily for May 4, 2026 Monday

Blue Ridge Olive Oil Company Opens New Downtown Murphy LocationNeighbors in Murphy now have a brand-new tasting spot for premium olive oils and balsamics right on Tennessee Street. It’s the kind of local business that adds flavor—literally—to downtown shopping and keeps dollars circulating close to home.Miss Vicky’s Country Store Grand Opening in BlairsvilleUnion County welcomed Miss Vicky’s Country Store with a ribbon cutting on Lucy Street. The new store brings convenient country goods and friendly service to Blairsville shoppers.Georgia Spa Company Ribbon Cutting in Blue RidgeFannin County’s newest wellness business opened its doors on Appalachian Highway. The spa company adds relaxation options and supports local tourism and jobs.Narrative Bookstore and Jubilee New Location in MurphyMurphy’s favorite bookstore just settled into a bigger storefront on Tennessee Street. Stop by for books, gifts, and community events—perfect for families and book lovers.NCDOT Lane Narrowing and Road Work in Cherokee CountyDrivers, heads up: temporary lane shifts and maintenance are scheduled this week on several Cherokee County routes, including Joe Brown Highway. Slow down and stay alert to keep our roads safe.Qualla Boundary Public Library Lands Major Makerspace GrantThe Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ library received funding to expand creative learning and workforce programs—great news for skill-building right here on the Qualla Boundary.Sources:2026-05-04 | https://www.blueridgeoliveoil.com/2026-05-04 | local Union County chamber / Facebook announcements2026-05-01 | https://www.blueridgemountains.com/events/ribbon-cutting-for-georgia-spa-company/2026-05-04 | Murphy downtown group announcements2026-05-04 | https://drivenc.gov/ (NCDOT) 2026-05-01 | https://theonefeather.com/Produced by River Run Digital Media and Entertainment – https://www.facebook.com/groups/riverrundigitalmedia or https://x.com/RRDigital_mediaRiver Run Digital Media and Entertainment is a division of RiverRun Digital www.riverrun.digitalTake care of your neighbors, and they’ll 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