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The Rev. Patrick O’Dell addresses Graham County Commissioners during Tuesday’s meeting. O’Dell was joined by around 50 concerned citizens, who gathered to show solidarity against the rampant issue with illegal substances in the county. Photo by Charlie Benton/news@grahamstar.com

The Rev. Patrick O’Dell addresses Graham County Commissioners during Tuesday’s meeting. O’Dell was joined by around 50 concerned citizens, who gathered to show solidarity against the rampant issue with illegal substances in the county. Photo by Charlie Benton/news@grahamstar.com

‘We want a better, safer community

Charlie Benton
Friday, May 21, 2021
Robbinsville – A group of citizens concerned about growing substance problems in Graham County have banded together to appeal the county government for help in the fight.

I Love Graham County contest open

News Staff
Thursday, May 13, 2021
Tallulah – The Graham Star – Graham County’s hometown newspaper since 1955 – is now accepting artwork for the cover of its annual I Love Graham County magazine, an information guide that spotlights local residents and businesses.
21st Century students raced down this track during last week’s Pinewood derbies. Photos by Art Miller/amiller@grahamstar.com

21st Century students raced down this track during last week’s Pinewood derbies. Photos by Art Miller/amiller@grahamstar.com

Need for speed

Charlie Benton
Thursday, May 13, 2021
Robbinsville – Students in the 21st Century Afterschool Program at Robbinsville Elementary School and Robbinsville Middle School got to participate in a fun competition last week, with the hosting of two pinewood derbies.

County to receive first J&J doses

Charlie Benton
Thursday, May 6, 2021
Robbinsville – With the pause in administration of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine lifted in North Carolina and across the country, the Graham County Health Department will receive 100 doses of the vaccine this week.

Santeetlah budget hearing continued until May

Charlie Benton
Friday, April 30, 2021
Lake Santeetlah – One county township has continued its budget hearing to May 15, after many citizens asked for a second hearing.  The Town of Lake Santeetlah held its first budget hearing on Saturday, giving details of its proposed 2021-22 town budget. As it was a hearing, no action was taken.

Brush fires continue

Marshall McClung
Friday, April 30, 2021
Atoah – The recent spell of dry and windy weather has resulted in a number of small brush fires in Graham County, including one in Hoot Owl Hollow off Atoah Circle. Fire personnel from the N.C. Forest Service, U.S.