The Appalachia Daily Update - January 28, 2026

News Date: 2026-01-28.1) Cherokee County, NC: State of Emergency & Hard FreezeNews Date: 2026-01-27.Cherokee County remains under a State of Emergency through 7:00 p.m. Thursday. Officials warn of dangerous black ice conditions this morning following an overnight “hard freeze.” Travel is discouraged in shaded or high-elevation areas until sun exposure improves road conditions.Sources:2026-01-27 | https://governor.nc.gov/news/press-releases/2026/01/25/governor-stein-and-emergency-management-officials-provide-updates-winter-storm-impacts-north2) Hometown Heroes: Utility and Road CrewsNews Date: 2026-01-28.This Wednesday, we recognize the tireless efforts of local utility workers and NCDOT/GDOT crews who’ve worked continuously to restore power and clear debris across Fannin, Union, and Cherokee counties.Sources:2026-01-26 | https://www.gpb.org/news/2026/01/26/updates-parts-of-georgia-in-icy-grip-winter-storm-rolls-through-heres-what-know3) Brasstown: Centennial Storytelling FinaleNews Date: 2026-01-28.Master storyteller Donald Davis concludes his three-day residency at the John C. Campbell Folk School today at 4:45 p.m.Sources:2026-01-07 | https://thelaurelofasheville.com/latest-news-and-updates/storyteller-donald-davis-to-appear-at-john-c-campbell-folk-school/4) Union County: Youth Sports Registration OpensNews Date: Undated.Registration officially opens today, January 28, for spring baseball, softball, T-ball, and volleyball through Union County Parks and Recreation.Sources:Undated | https://cdnsm5-hosted.civiclive.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_1881137/File/Things%20to%20Do/Sports/2026%20Sports%20Registration%20Dates%20v2.pdf 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