Graham County DSS office re-opens to public

Robbinsville – As Graham County continues to see lower COVID-19 case numbers, one county department has taken a big step toward normalcy.

County vaccinates essential workers

Tallulah – Graham County’s COVID-19 vaccine campaign continues, with the focus now moving on to essential workers.  Health Director Beth Booth said the county was vaccinating its essential workers, following the states’ vaccine tier list. Gov.

Lots of time in the woods

Saturday and Sunday was a busy time for local fire and rescue personnel, as they were involved in a number of missions. Early Saturday afternoon, the Graham County 911 dispatcher received a call from a hiker who had become ill in the Wolf Laurel section of Big Santeetlah.

Cooper, state lawmakers announce deal to re-open schools

By David Bass Carolina Journal News Service Raleigh — Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper and Republican lawmakers have reached an agreement on reopening public schools for in-person instruction under a compromise plan that returns most decision-making autonomy to local school boards.

New stadium lights tabled

Robbinsville – After some discussion in a special meeting Friday, the Graham County Board of Commissioners has tabled discussion on purchasing new lights for the Robbinsville High School football field, pending more information.

Phone scams working their way through county

A pair of well-traveled phone scams are now targeting county residents.

Local Cherokee leaders react to Jeep controversy

As the Oklahoma Cherokee nation has asked Jeep to change the name of its iconic Cherokee and Grand Cherokee vehicles, at least one local Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians council member thinks it is a step too far.

Star brings home 6 state awards

Tallulah – The N.C. Press Association announced its 2019-20 editorial contest winners Friday, with The Graham Star winning in six different categories. The Star’s successes were equally split between first-place and third-place honors.

Contract to be signed for new middle school wing

Robbinsville – Graham County Schools has announced a big step towards its largest, ongoing project.