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Bright spots seen in economic future

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Robbinsville – Graham County is looking at 93 new jobs created in the area by existing and newly-arrived businesses, according to a report from Mountain West Partnership, a firm co

‘Freedom is not free’

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Robbinsville – In February, the N.C. Board of Transportation unanimously passed a resolution dedicating the new access road between N.C.

Ella to remain

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Robbinsville – With a narrow majority, Graham County commissioners on Monday voted that a controversial emergency contraceptive medication will continue to be an option for women w

Paying homage to a warrior

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Robbinsville – Dozens gathered on a chilly day for the mostly-annual, wreath-laying ceremony for Junaluska, a Cherokee leader whose gravesite and memorial overlook downtown Robbins

Brush fire damages home, four acres

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Topton – Even though officials have continually advised residents to avoid outdoor burning – due to dry conditions this fall – some are still attempting to cheat fate.

Council members squabble over debit card

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Lake Santeetlah – Funding for the town’s tourism authority was ended after the town council voted to discontinue charging a bed tax to lodging providers in the town, but the author