Brush fires threaten homes

Tuskeegee – Firefighters with the N.C. Forest Service, U.S. Forest Service and Stecoah Fire Department responded to a small brush fire in Tuskegee Acres around 4:30 p.m. Sunday. Quick response from firefighters resulted in the fire being kept small, although three structures were threatened.

Santeetlah council looks toward return to in-person meetings

Lake Santeetlah – As more people are vaccinated – and COVID-19 case counts stay low – one community is looking at returning to in-person council meetings starting next month.

County manager named

Robbinsville – A familiar face to many will remain at the helm of Graham County, following a vote at the Graham County Board of Commissioners meeting Tuesday night.

Right-of-way acquistions to begin in fall

Robbinsville – Residents within the town limits of the county seat may soon be in contact with the N.C. Department of Transportation.