Robbinsville

For her tireless work as an advocate for urgent-care availability in Graham County, transit director Juanita Colvard was given her flowers during Tuesday’s AdventHealth open house. Presenting Colvard with the bouquet is AdventHealth Hendersonville Physician Services Director of Operations Kevin Morgan. Photos by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

For her tireless work as an advocate for urgent-care availability in Graham County, transit director Juanita Colvard was given her flowers during Tuesday’s AdventHealth open house. Presenting Colvard with the bouquet is AdventHealth Hendersonville Physician Services Director of Operations Kevin Morgan. Photos by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Urgent care opening Sept. 16

Kevin Hensley
Thursday, August 8, 2024
Robbinsville – The building is the same; yet, the provider’s philosophy is much different.
Fresh off high school graduation two months ago, Aubrie Wachacha solidified her immediate plans for the future by signing to play both volleyball and basketball at Warren Wilson College. Sitting with Wachacha are father Randy Wachacha (left), sister Amara Wachacha and mother Monaka Wachacha. Standing in back (from left) are grandmother Carolyn Wachacha, plus Debbie and John Bird. Photo by Kevin Hensley/sports@grahamstar.com

Fresh off high school graduation two months ago, Aubrie Wachacha solidified her immediate plans for the future by signing to play both volleyball and basketball at Warren Wilson College. Sitting with Wachacha are father Randy Wachacha (left), sister Amara Wachacha and mother Monaka Wachacha. Standing in back (from left) are grandmother Carolyn Wachacha, plus Debbie and John Bird. Photo by Kevin Hensley/sports@grahamstar.com

Plans aren’t always cut and dry

Kevin Hensley
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Robbinsville – Despite interest trickling in from colleges around the region, Aubrie Wachacha knew what she wanted to do after graduating from Robbinsville High at the end of May: cosmetology school. However, life had other ideas.

Trash ordinance to receive overhaul

Kevin Hensley
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Robbinsville – “This board has to create an ordinance that it will stand by.” Almost 24 years ago, the Graham County Board of Commissioners made its latest amendment to a detailed breakdown of fees to be assessed for the disposal of solid waste. Dated Dec.

New industry eyeing county

Kevin Hensley
Thursday, July 25, 2024
Robbinsville – What might seem like wishful thinking to some could become a reality to everyone in the next few years. It’s no secret that Graham County’s economy relies heavily on tourism, since industry has all but abandoned the area.
Following a stunning announcement Monday, Robbinsville High School alumna Abigail Knight will suit up for the University of South Carolina Gamecocks in her final collegiate softball season next year.

Following a stunning announcement Monday, Robbinsville High School alumna Abigail Knight will suit up for the University of South Carolina Gamecocks in her final collegiate softball season next year.

Nothing lasts forever

Kevin Hensley
Thursday, July 18, 2024
Columbia, S.C. – Just two months ago, Abigail Knight hoisted the American Athletic Conference championship trophy high above her head. It was a moment she had long waited for at the collegiate level, as a title of any kind had evaded her during previous efforts from Boston College.

Back to the starting line

Kevin Hensley
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Robbinsville – For the second consecutive year, the Black Knights’ cross-country program will begin the season with a new head coach at the helm.

Multi-vehicle accident leaves one injured

Kevin Hensley
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Tallulah – A 3-car accident Friday morning resulted in one patient being airlifted to UT Medical Center in Knoxville. According to the accident report filed by highway patrolman Kosal Thach, the incident occurred around 9:53 a.m.