Cherokee County
Chamber Of Commerce
MURPHY
Murphy, the county seat, has the distinction of being known as both the first and last town in North Carolina,
depending on which way you're going, of course. Murphy combines a rich, interesting past with a strong promising 
future. Murphy began as an Indian trading post called Huntersville, then Huntington, and
finally was named after Archibald D. Murphey, who was a state senator and an advocate of education in Western North Carolina.
ANDREWS
Andrews and its surrounding valley is ringed to the north
and east by the Snowbird Mountains. The town of Andrews offers a quiet reminder of days when this area
of North Carolina was par
t of the rugged mountain terrain, when roads were only horse trails, and when everyone looked out for
his neighbor. Things haven't changed all that much. Horses still abound in the area and friendliness, neighborliness,
and a sense of security still prevail.
The
history of Andrews is closely related to the building of the Richmond and Danville Railroad, which was complete in Andrews
in the spring of 1890. Andrews was named in honor of the railroad's second vice president, Colonel A. B. Andrews
BRASSTOWN AND OTHER COMMUNITIES
Cherokee County has several unique communities
sprinkled throughout its mountains and valleys. One of the most well-known is the craft community of Brasstown. Topton, the
gateway to the Nantahala Gorge offers many recreational facilities. The Peachtree community is home to Murphy Medical Center,
Tri-County Community College and several of the county's industries. It is one of the fastest growing areas in the county.
Other communities include Hiwassee Dam, which boasts its own high school, Marble, Ranger, Martin's Creek, Bellview, Hanging
Dog and Culberson.
Franklin is a
small mountain town surrounded by beautiful streams, waterfalls, mountains, hills and valleys.
The people are friendly and organize lots of activities, including festivals and arts & crafts shows. There are plenty
of trails for hiking and the views are breathtaking. There is also plenty of fishing, hunting, rafting and kayaking available.
The Franklin area is the Gem Capitol of the World, so if you try your hand at mining you are bound to find many beautiful
and sometimes very valuable stones.
This site serves residents, visitors and guests of Franklin, North Carolina. The information
here will be updated on a regular basis with announcements and other events happening in and around Franklin. Town hall meeting
agendas & minutes, town sign & zoning ordinances, the GIS and other useful information can also be found here.
Fannin County
- Blue Ridge - Chamber Of Commerce
Surround yourself with the beauty, relaxation and natural fun that are uniquely Georgia’s Blue Ridge Experience.
Georgia’s Blue Ridge is located in the North Georgia mountains in Fannin County, bordered by the states of Tennessee
and North Carolina. More than 40% of the county’s land is in the Chattahoochee National Forest. 
Enjoy the exhilaration of a day
hiking to nearby waterfalls, horseback riding on forested trails or whitewater rafting in our unspoiled mountain beauty. Looking
for quiet romance or peace of mind? Try spending the day watching the sun glimmer across the aqua blue waters of Lake Blue
Ridge or crystal clear Toccoa River. We’re waiting to delight you in one of our cozy mountain cabins or luxury vacation
homes, overlooking pristine valleys and ridge tops. Take a nap in the fresh, clear mountain air lulled by the hypnotic sound of a nearby trout stream. Or perhaps you’re looking for a little excitement.
Discover the joy of a whitewater rafting adventure or a ride on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. Spend a day exploring our mountain
art and culture, past and present, in the many galleries across the region or browse for antiques in the shops that line our
mountain towns. After a day spent outdoors or relaxing with your favorite book in front of the fire,
choose from a variety of dining experiences to cap off your night. Whether you stay for a day, a weekend, a month or a lifetime,
you will surround yourself with the memories and the magic of Georgia’s Blue Ridge Experience. Whatever you choose, make sure our new Fannin County Chamber
Visitor Center is your first stop on a vacation in Georgia's Blue Ridge Mountains.
