Vaping sparks debate

Reports tell us that e-cigarettes – more commonly known as vaping – has a tremendous effect on the developing brains of teenagers or adolescents.  The U.S. Food & Drug Administration said e-cigarette use, from 2017-18, increased 78 percent among high school students (11.7 percent to 20.

Seized horses coming home

By Matthew Osborne Cherokee Scout Murphy – After losing her horses nearly a year ago, Janice Dockery is getting them back following a second dismissal of animal cruelty charges against her.

Discussions going on for Corridor K

Robbinsville – In a span of just 50 minutes on Sept. 17, the Graham County Board of Commissioners presented a bevy of information to the community. At the forefront was an update on the status of Corridor K. N.C.

Think before you drink creek water

“The best water in the world rolls off lizard backs.” This is a common refrain in areas where the water runs clear and seemingly pure, but folk wisdom fails to account for the variety of RWIs (recreational water illnesses), that humans can catch from drinking untreated water.

Jones Brothers Performing at Folk School

Brasstown – The Jones Brothers will perform a Friday night concert at the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, N.C. at 7 p.m. on September 27. The show will be held in the Keith House. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated.

Utilize safe practices if hunting from tree stand

N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Raleigh – Since the 2017 hunting season, seven hunters in North Carolina have lost their lives in a tree stand incident. As deer season begins, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission reminds hunters to follow safety guidelines when hunting from a tree stand.

Western Carolina to host town hall on opioid crisis

By Bill Studenc WCU Chief Communications Officer Cullowhee – Western Carolina University will host a town hall Thursday, Oct. 3, featuring a series of discussions and sessions focused on the national opioid and addiction crisis and on identifying potential solutions.

Robbinsville High gives back on 9/11

By Matthew Miller Special to The Graham Star   Robbinsville – Sept. 11, 2001 is considered one of the darkest days in American history.  There were nearly 3,000 deaths, 6,000 injuries sustained, and the country was in a panic. When would it happen again, and to whom?

Goal is family unity

According to The Children’s Bureau, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, “Foster care is a temporary solution.

House Passes GOP Version of Medicaid Expansion

By Julie Havlak Carolina Journal News Service   Raleigh — The Republican version of Medicaid expansion will move to the House floor. NC Healthcare for Working Families passed the House Health Committee on Wednesday, Sept. 18.