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Robbinsville native Courtney Anderson has been announced as the new librarian at the Graham County Public Library. Photo by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

Robbinsville native Courtney Anderson has been announced as the new librarian at the Graham County Public Library. Photo by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

Anderson named new librarian

Latresa Phillips
Monday, December 16, 2024
Robbinsville – Instilling the love of reading and fostering the pursuit of knowledge is one of the many responsibilities of a county librarian.  The library is a place where everyone is welcome to gather for social interaction, cultural exchange, community connections, knowledge and instruction.
A ribbon cutting was held as part of Monday’s Snowbird NEST Open House. From left are Janell Rattler, Leslie Oswalt McEntire, Erik Oswalt and Jazlyn McEntire. Photos by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

A ribbon cutting was held as part of Monday’s Snowbird NEST Open House. From left are Janell Rattler, Leslie Oswalt McEntire, Erik Oswalt and Jazlyn McEntire. Photos by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

N.E.S.T. open for business

Latresa Phillips
Monday, December 16, 2024
Tallulah – Monday’s rain could not dampen the Open House at the new Snowbird NEST (Native Education Snowbird Traditions) learning facility.
Gabrielle Sunny Jenkins is a popular face to Graham County students. Her work as a mental health liaison for the system has led to recognition from the Region A Children’s Partnership. Photo by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

Gabrielle Sunny Jenkins is a popular face to Graham County students. Her work as a mental health liaison for the system has led to recognition from the Region A Children’s Partnership. Photo by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

Sunny Days are here again

Latresa Phillips
Friday, December 6, 2024
Robbinsville – Graham County Schools’ Mental Health Liaison Sunny Jenkins is known by students and faculty for her friendliness, willingness to help and love for all children.
Authorities from multiple regional agencies travel through the Corridor K roadwork in Stecoah for the execution of “Operation Dirty Laundry: Phase 2” on Nov. 26. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Authorities from multiple regional agencies travel through the Corridor K roadwork in Stecoah for the execution of “Operation Dirty Laundry: Phase 2” on Nov. 26. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

More 'Dirty Laundry' aired out

Kevin Hensley
Friday, December 6, 2024
Kmart might have shuttered all of its continental stores in the United States, but the spirit of the “blue-light special” lives on. A convoy of authorities from multiple agencies rolled into Graham County just after 8 a.m., Nov.
Graham County Sheriff's Office Deputy Jarod Lovelace encounters one of the individuals authorities were searching for around 1 p.m., Tuesday, as part of "Operation Dirty Laundry: Phase 2." The suspect was apprehended just outside the Robbinsville city limits, after being spotted on foot walking north off U.S. Highway 129 (Tapoco Road). Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Graham County Sheriff's Office Deputy Jarod Lovelace encounters one of the individuals authorities were searching for around 1 p.m., Tuesday, as part of "Operation Dirty Laundry: Phase 2." The suspect was apprehended just outside the Robbinsville city limits, after being spotted on foot walking north off U.S. Highway 129 (Tapoco Road). Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

More 'Dirty Laundry;' more arrests

Kevin Hensley
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Three full days removed from launching "Operation Dirty Laundry," the Graham County Sheriff's Office again combined forces with regional agencies Tuesday to conclude Phase 2 of the 11-month investigation.

Fontana Dam in financial trouble

Kevin Hensley
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Fontana Dam – Almost five years ago to the date, Fontana Village Resort & Marina owed the Town of Fontana Dam $95,000 in unpaid user fees. Fast forward to Nov.
Dorothy Rogers remains busy almost daily by continuing an almost life-long hobby of quilting. Photo by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

Dorothy Rogers remains busy almost daily by continuing an almost life-long hobby of quilting. Photo by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

Measure twice, cut once

Latresa Phillips
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Dorothy Rogers has made over 300 quilts in her 91 years. She began quilting as a teenager.  Rogers was raised by her grandmother, who taught her the art of quilt making. It was a time when everyone made quilts to keep their families warm.
The Greener Side Dispensary was 1-of-3 local businesses that was part of “Operation Dirty Laundry,” which was carried out Friday afternoon. By nightfall, the Graham County Sheriff’s Office had put up a temporary sign outside the establishment to note the success of the operation. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

The Greener Side Dispensary was 1-of-3 local businesses that was part of “Operation Dirty Laundry,” which was carried out Friday afternoon. By nightfall, the Graham County Sheriff’s Office had put up a temporary sign outside the establishment to note the success of the operation. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

'Dirty Laundry'

Kevin Hensley
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
A nearly 11-month, undercover investigation culminated Friday with the execution of search warrants at a total of 10 different locations across three counties and two states.
The teams formed for Nov. 14’s inaugural “Smalltown Cupcake Showdown” flexed their creative muscle, both over a stove and when selecting a name for their ensemble. Pictured are the “Gangster Grinches,” which are comprised of (from left): Alexis Miller, Zeyli Williams, Alyssa Bohn, Dreydon Conley and Bella Coats. Photo by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

The teams formed for Nov. 14’s inaugural “Smalltown Cupcake Showdown” flexed their creative muscle, both over a stove and when selecting a name for their ensemble. Pictured are the “Gangster Grinches,” which are comprised of (from left): Alexis Miller, Zeyli Williams, Alyssa Bohn, Dreydon Conley and Bella Coats. Photo by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

1, 2, 3, 4: it’s a cupcake war!

Latresa Phillips
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Robbinsville – Nov. 14 marked the inaugural “Smalltown Cupcake Showdown” at Robbinsville High School.  It was a sweet competition between Ms. Lorie Waldroup’s culinary classes and the foods 2 and FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) Club from Hayesville High School.
Graham County Board of Commissioners Chairman Jacob Nelms (left) shakes hands with departing commissioner Keith Eller on Tuesday. Eller did not seek re-election, which made Tuesday his final meeting. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Graham County Board of Commissioners Chairman Jacob Nelms (left) shakes hands with departing commissioner Keith Eller on Tuesday. Eller did not seek re-election, which made Tuesday his final meeting. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Remodel back to bid

Kevin Hensley
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Robbinsville – In the first two attempts by Graham County to find a contractor willing to made several necessary upgrades to the antiquated detention center, just one bid has been received. The sole bid came in from an unidentified party Oct.