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Robbinsville sophomore Zoie Shuler looks to slam the ball past Swain County’s Gracie Sutton on Monday. Photo by Kevin Hensley/sports@grahamstar.com

Lady Knights back in win column; sweep Devils

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, September 23, 2021

Bryson City – As make-ups continue to force Robbinsville into an unusual schedule, the Lady Knights ran into their first speed bumps of the season last week.

Kelsey Waldroup sends a shot back into Franklin territory during Monday’s season opener against the Lady Panthers. Robbinsville would prevail in a five-set battle. Photos by Art Miller/amiller@grahamstar.com

Lady Knights undergo early test

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, August 19, 2021

Robbinsville – In their first outing of the season, the Robbinsville Lady Knights were pushed to their limit. And yet, they prevailed. It took five sets, but Robbinsville (1-0) bested the 3A Franklin Lady Panthers (0-1) to the tune of 14-25, 17-25, 27-25, 25-16, 10-15 on Monday night.

Statewide broadband bill moves closer to fruition

Charlie Benton

Friday, June 11, 2021

Raleigh – Another measure to bring better internet to North Carolinians has passed the House in Raleigh and heads next to the Senate. A $750 million broadband expansion measure for all 100 counties passed the House unanimously on May 26.