Murphy NC 28906

Welcome to Tim Radford and WKRK Radio, the newest members of Murphy Gold.

WKRK provides a valuable service to our community. Where do we turn when we want the latest information about severe weather, hazardous road conditions, school and business closings and delays, news, sports, and more? WKRK Radio, that’s where.

In addition to providing a great service along with country gold and southern gospel music, Tim works hard to keep people updated on WKRK’s Community Bulletin Board on Facebook. Thousands of listeners like that page and there is always a lot of interaction from his fans when Tim posts something.

For those reasons, and others too numerous to mention, Tim was invited to join Murphy Gold, and we are very happy that he accepted.

Here is the new page for WKRK Radio on MurphyGold.com.

Welcome, Tim.

Dena Howard, owner and lead photographer at Images By Courtnie Photography, in downtown Murphy, NC, has announced that she has selected Stacy S. Howard as the new portrait design consultant.

You can see the full announcement on Murphy Connections.

Stacy will be the new contact for all viewing, purchasing, and reordering of prints, images, décor, and wall-art at Images By Courtnie. You can contact her at 828-644-4511.

They are getting increasingly busy at Images By Courtnie and are consistently booked 4 - 6 weeks ahead. If you would like Dena to create your custom portrait art, take this into consideration when planning. Don’t wait until the last minute

You are going to love working with Stacy. I know her personally and she has helped me with my business. I highly recommend her and I know she will do well at Images By Courtnie.

Meetings are by appointment. Give her a call and she’ll be happy to help you.

Anyone can take a photo and you can purchase a 5×7 or 8×10 prints anywhere, but Dena will create something treasurable and memorable — photographic portrait art you will proud to display.

Images By Courtnie is a Murphy Gold business.

In a related bit of news, I want to congratulate Connie Dockery Beaver, the previous portrait design consultant at Images By Courtnie, for acting on her dream of opening her own business. She is busily preparing to open her bakery and is currently taking orders for delicious pies, cakes, cookies, and more, prior to the actual opening.

Look for Connie’s Confections to open in October, 2011, across the street from The Sweet Tooth and the NC Employment Security Commission office, a little over a half-mile east of downtown Murphy.

I’ve tasted some of Connie’s cakes and I’m looking forward to visiting her bakery when it opens.

Dena Howard, owner of Images By Courtnie Photography, announced that she has moved to a new location.

Her new studio is located in the heart of downtown Murphy, NC above Parker’s Drug Store. The new address is 13 Peachtree Street, and you can get to her studio by going to the pocket park to the right of Parker’s Drug Store and entering through the door at the rear of the building.

She looks forward to serving you at her new location.

Hours are by appointment, only. You can continue to contact her at 828-361-3877.

Joanna Kraus - Stucco House Coffee Roasters

If you’re looking for a good cup’o'joe in Murphy, NC, there’s no better place than the Stucco House. Every time you arrive, you’re cheerfully greeted and handed a wonderful cup of coffee - or anything else you care to order up. Their coffee is delicious and more welcoming than any Starbucks you’ll find. The great feel of the coffee house and wireless internet is a great combo to relax and even break out your electronic toys. It’s a must stop destination that’s bound to become one of your favorite places to frequent in Murphy! — John Poltrock, co-owner of The Poltrock Team at Re/Max.

Our Murphy Gold Business owners have recommended several other local business owners with whom they enjoy working. These are personal recommendations that they are happy to share with you.

You can find them collected at Recommendations From Murphy Gold Business Owners.

Karen Hopple - Bless My Stitches

Karen and her staff are great with teaching quilting and she also has good quality inventory to make sure your quilts turn out wonderful. If you like quilting or would like to give it a try, Bless My Stitches is the place to go. They are located at 43 Tennessee Street. You can call Karen at 828-837-4900. — Sherri Warren, owner of Mountain Office Systems

Our Murphy Gold Business owners have recommended several other local business owners with whom they enjoy working. These are personal recommendations that they are happy to share with you.

You can find them collected at Recommendations From Murphy Gold Business Owners.

Lindsey M. Denny - The Nail Studio

Lindsey is very friendly, does an excellent job, and is very creative with her work. Please go by and see her at 33 Valley River Avenue in Murphy. You can call her at 828-557-7442. — Sherri Warren, owner of Mountain Office Systems

Our Murphy Gold Business owners have recommended several other local business owners with whom they enjoy working. These are personal recommendations that they are happy to share with you.

You can find them collected at Recommendations From Murphy Gold Business Owners.

Don’t miss out on the FALL FUN!

Courtnie Howard, owner of Images By Courtnie, announced:

Our OUTDOOR FALL FAMILY MINI-SHOOT DAY is fast approaching!

Coming up Saturday, October 24, 2009, with time slots ranging from 8am to 8:00pm. This is an exceptional chance to capture your family or child/baby holiday photo with plenty of time to get that Christmas card out!

There are a limited number of slots available and they are filling up fast. Appointments must be booked by Saturday, October 17, 2009 to take advantage of this special.

See full Fall Portrait Special details on her website.

Bill Grove, owner and operator of the Henn Theatre, is pleased to offer you a Free upsize on any drink or popcorn (get a large for medium price, medium for small price).

Save money when you watch a first-run movie at the Henn Theatre in Murphy, NC.

The Henn Theatre is an historic single-screen theater that has recently been updated with new seats, sound system, and more.

Enjoy a wide variety of refreshments and don’t forget to ask for that free upsize on your popcorn or drink.

What are you doing tonight?

Come on down and watch a movie!

It’s October and fall is here in Murphy, NC.

The nights are getting cooler and the days are more comfortable. Before long, all the mountains will be covered by trees showing off their best fall colors.

New Businesses

I’d like to welcome these businesses to Murphy Gold this month:

(The complete list is in our Local Business Directory.)

Auto Towing and Wrecker Service: Timco Transportation, owned by Tim Dockery.

Movie Theater: Henn Theatre, owned by Bill Grove.

New Special Offers

You’re invited to take advantage of these new special offers:

Movie Theater

Bill Grove, owner and operator of the Henn Theatre, is pleased to offer you a Free upsize on any drink or popcorn (get a large for medium price, medium for small price).

We hope you’ll take advantage of these and all the other Murphy Gold Special Offers. You get more for your money by asking for these special offers when you purchase at a Murphy Gold Business. Just tell them you heard about them at Murphy Gold, or, if you prefer, print out the coupon and take it with you to the Murphy Gold business of your choice.

Get the rest of the news.

Go read Murphy Gold News, Issue 2, hot off the presses:

Murphy Gold News, Issue #002 — October, 2009 — More new businesses and special offers for you!

All the best,

JD

Courtnie Howard, owner and operator of Images By Courtnie, is happy to make this offer: Book any location sitting at regular price and get one 8×10 Metallic Print for free! ($19.99 value)

Paul Beaster, owner and operator of S&L Auto and Tractor Parts, is pleased to make this offer: Buy one wiper blade at regular price and get the second one at half-price. We’ll install them for free!

Heather Posey Rice, owner and operator of Rumors Clothing, is happy to make this offer: Buy one Biagi bracelet and get your first bead half off!

Each Murphy Gold Business owner is happy to make at least one special offer to you that is good for the rest of 2009.

We hope you’ll take advantage of these Murphy Gold Special Offers. Some of these coupons offer discounts from regular prices and others offer extra value when you purchase at their regular prices.

Either way, you get more for your money by asking for these special offers when you purchase at a Murphy Gold Business. Just tell them you heard about them at Murphy Gold.

Do you want to make sure you don’t miss any special offers? Subscribe to our free Murphy Gold News and we’ll send you the latest information about new Murphy Gold Businesses and their special offer coupons.

All the best,

JD