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A group of county residents offer feedback at Friday's sanitation budget public hearing. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Residents offer up ideas for sanitation grant

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Robbinsville – Following the announcement of a $1.4 million sanitation grant that will benefit Graham County, the board of commissioners welcomed input during a public hearing Friday.

County receives $1.4 million recycling grant

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, May 7, 2026

Robbinsville – It was revealed at April 21's Graham County Board of Commissioners meeting that $1.4 million had been locally awarded, to assist with recycling infrastructure.

Low-income families in Graham County can now register for low-cost spay and neuter options at Logan's Run Rescue in Murphy.

County joins low-cost spay, neuter program

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, April 30, 2026

Murphy – A new option to help control the local dog and cat population has just been made available to Graham County residents.

Hoxit files appeal

Kevin Hensley

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Robbinsville – Exactly two weeks after a judge's order removed Brad Hoxit from office, the former sheriff has appealed the verdict.Filed in the Graham County Clerk of Court's Office at 11:21 a.m.

Rodeo plans bucked by logistics

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Robbinsville – A local man's plans to host a rodeo over the Fourth of July weekend have seemingly fallen through.

Suspended Graham County Sheriff Brad Hoxit testifies during Friday’s portion of a hearing regarding his permanent removal from office. Photos by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Robbinsville – A precedent-setting hearing regarding the permanent removal of suspended Graham County Sheriff Brad Hoxit wrapped up Friday afternoon – though a decision could take up to two weeks to be rendered. After hearing closing arguments, District 38 Special Superior Court Judge William T.

District Attorney Ashley Welch (right) questions North Carolina Department of Insurance Special Agent Jasmine Hanline (left, in witness box) during Tuesday's session of a hearing regarding the removal of Graham County Sheriff Brad Hoxit from office. Photos by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Sheriff removal hearing begins

Kevin Hensley

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Robbinsville – Tuesday marked the beginning of what is estimated to be a four-day hearing regarding the permanent removal of suspended Graham County Sheriff Brad Hoxit from office.

1st glimpse at justice center on the horizon

Kevin Hensley

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Robbinsville – After securing the property to construct a long-needed justice center, there has not been a lot of news concerning the status of the facility. That changed at the outset of Graham County Manager Brady Cody's report Tuesday, given during the board of commissioners meeting.

Stiles, incumbents win primary

Kevin Hensley

Monday, March 9, 2026

The Republican contender for the office of Graham County Sheriff emerged Tuesday night, as did the next three commissioners.

Commissioner candidates discuss platforms

Kevin Hensley

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

* Conclusion of a 2-part report Robbinsville – The Graham Star’s Republican Primary Candidate Forum on Feb. 7 served as a vehicle to best introduce voters to the individuals who are on the March ballot for the local commissioner and sheriff races.