The COVID-19 pandemic claimed another victim last week when Murphy City Council Members voted to cancel the Maize Days celebration that was slated for Sept. 29.
The council made its decision at a special called meeting Tuesday, Aug. 25.
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By Joe Reavis • [email protected]
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