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Home destroyed by fire

Marshall McClung
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Tapoco – The home of the Christopher and Jennifer Tock family was completely destroyed by fire on Oliver Orr Road in the Cochran’s Creek area Dec. 7. The fire – which started around 3 p.m. – was thought to have been due to an electrical issue.
Ingles in Robbinsville has already began the process of clearing out its card section, which will be replaced with beer and wine in 2022. Photo by Randy Foster/The Graham Star

Ingles in Robbinsville has already began the process of clearing out its card section, which will be replaced with beer and wine in 2022. Photo by Randy Foster/The Graham Star

Permit fees set for alcohol sales

Koda Moody
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Robbinsville – If local businesses wish to hold a special event with alcohol included, they must pay the Town of Robbinsville $50 for a permit. At the municipality’s board of aldermen meeting Dec. 8, it was noted that Andrews’ price was $25 and Cherokee’s price was $75 for the same permit.

Commissioners hear merit pay proposals

Charlie Benton
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Robbinsville – Merit pay for Graham County Sheriff’s deputies, correctional officers and other frontline personnel was on the agenda at a special meeting of the Graham County Board of Commissioners Friday morning.
The Black Knight Band is finishing its first marching season under the leadership of alumna Amber Watkins. Photo courtesy of Maria Shook Photography

The Black Knight Band is finishing its first marching season under the leadership of alumna Amber Watkins. Photo courtesy of Maria Shook Photography

The beat goes on

Charlie Benton
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Robbinsville – As its first marching season under a new director draws to a close, the Black Knight band has experienced several milestones. The band ended its semester playing a holiday music program Tuesday night, after marching in the Gatlinburg, Tenn. Christmas parade earlier in the month.
Rumors about the demise of Smoky Mountain Urgent Care’s Robbinsville office began spreading on Facebook on Saturday, but county officials have denied the claims. Photo by Koda Moody/The Graham Star

Rumors about the demise of Smoky Mountain Urgent Care’s Robbinsville office began spreading on Facebook on Saturday, but county officials have denied the claims. Photo by Koda Moody/The Graham Star

Urgent Care not going anywhere

Charlie Benton
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Robbinsville – Despite rumors and some questions to the contrary, Graham County has stated that Smoky Mountain Urgent Care will remain in operation.

Tickets on-sale soon for Hicks concert

Koda Moody
Thursday, December 9, 2021
Robbinsville – The Robbinsville Tourism Authority discussed the upcoming Taylor Hicks concert in May at its Nov. 30 meeting. Tickets will be available online soon. The intention – as of now – is to sell 800-1,000 online.
Graham County Board of Elections Deputy Director Tasha Holder (left) helps incumbent Graham County Clerk of Court Tammy Holloway with the filing process Monday. Holloway was the first candidate to file for any 2022 local election. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Graham County Board of Elections Deputy Director Tasha Holder (left) helps incumbent Graham County Clerk of Court Tammy Holloway with the filing process Monday. Holloway was the first candidate to file for any 2022 local election. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Candidates begin filing for 2022 local elections

Kevin Hensley
Thursday, December 9, 2021
Robbinsville – After just one day of filing, four sheriff’s candidates had confirmed their 2022 campaigns. Incumbent Jerry Crisp – who took over mid-term for former Graham County Sheriff Joseph Jones in July 2020 – officially filed to run Monday, as did former deputy Dennis Crisp, Leon Allen Jr.
Kelsey Cody (Mary), 7-month-old Nora Grace Cody (Jesus) and Brady Cody (Joseph) as the Holy Family, which will be a part of Robbinsville United Methodist Church’s first-ever Christmas Extravaganza on Sunday. Photo by Charlie Benton/news@grahamstar.com

Kelsey Cody (Mary), 7-month-old Nora Grace Cody (Jesus) and Brady Cody (Joseph) as the Holy Family, which will be a part of Robbinsville United Methodist Church’s first-ever Christmas Extravaganza on Sunday. Photo by Charlie Benton/news@grahamstar.com

Brighter and brighter, He will shine

Charlie Benton
Thursday, December 9, 2021
Fort Hill – One of the community’s houses of worship will hold its first Christmas Extravaganza on Sunday. The event will include performances by church choirs, a live nativity scene and refreshments.