Cherokee Scout News Update | David Brown

• A local man is charged with DWI and assaulting a police officer after an accident Friday evening. • Topton man facing animal cruelty charges after he allegedly left 10 one-week-old puppies to die of starvation. • Homeowners in Murphy will see a dramatic drop in fire insurance premiums after Murphy Volunteer Fire Department earns a lower rating. • In Sports, Andrews and Murphy high school alumni put on a great show for local football fans. However, Murphy won the game on Ian Reese's 50-yard kickoff return for a touchdown in the final 20 seconds of the game.