Jury trial to be held in Robbinsville

Robbinsville – Following months of speculation and searching, the next jury trial in Graham County will be held in the town limits after all.

Lights out

Fontana Dam – Upgrades were made on schedule, but not without several hiccups. The Tennessee Valley Authority completed the first phase of electrical upgrades in the town from Sept. 9-18, but residents and guests alike were left with scattered access to power during the project.

Officers issue warning about phone scam

Just when you think phone scams could not reach a new low, the Graham County Sheriff’s Office recently fell “victim” to a new swindle.

Tourism spending is up

Recent data released by Visit North Carolina revealed that domestic tourists spent $31,620,000 in Graham County during 2019. The figure is a 7 ½ percent increase from 2018.

Rural economies program grant to benefit county

Raleigh – Graham County’s tourism industry has received another boost. N.C.

Legal fees may force budget amendment

Lake Santeetlah – A mere two months into the new budget cycle, ongoing legal wrangling could force one Graham County township to require at least a $27,000 amendment.

$1.2 million bringing high-speed to county

A collaborative study by several county entities may finally pay off. Gov. Roy Cooper announced Sept. 4 that a $344,447 broadband grant had been awarded to Bryson City-based SkyWave, Inc. The company also services Graham County.

New app spotlights county

Graham County is now available in your App Store. Spearheaded by the efforts of Lake Santeetlah resident Bob Wehr, Graham County has launched a free app that includes everything tourists could ever want to research before trekking to northwest North Carolina.

Cherokee historian passes away

Tuskeegee – No matter what role T.J. Holland filled, he always had Cherokee heritage as his motivation. The beloved member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians passed away Saturday following an accident at a residence on Upper Tuskeegee Road. He was just 44.