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Freshwater jelly time

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The existence of the Eastern Mountain Lion might be an item of hot debate in western North Carolina, but scientists have confirmed the existence of an even more unlikely critter: freshwater jellyfi

'911 is there for you'

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Robbinsville – The Graham County Communications Center came alive Friday when the center threw open its doors to community members. 

Rodeo, computers lead off commissioners meeting

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Robbinsville – Tuesday's meeting of the Graham County Commissioners began with an offer from Dillon Chase Lancaster to put on a rodeo to raise money for the county. 

County celebrates anniversary of film release

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Robbinsville – The Graham County Historical Association discussed plans to commemorate the 25-year anniversary of the release of Nell, the 1994 feature film starring Jodie

Blinded Vets Hike Section of Appalachian Trail

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Stecoah – “Blindness has afforded me the opportunity to experience the best parts of humanity,” said Navy veteran and Blinded Veterans Association member Lonnie Bedwell. 

Email scam strikes area

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A help wanted ad that recently appeared in both The Graham Star and Cherokee Scout has spurned into countless calls to law enforcement officials, complaining about the ad being a

15 and done

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Rosman – In a game that lasted just 90 minutes, the Black Knights put the Smoky Mountain Conference on notice.