Town of Fontana Dam to operate on interim budget
Kevin Hensley
Fontana Dam – The Local Government Commission has advised one Graham County township to pivot on its budgetary course.
Thursday, June 25, 2020
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Fontana Village abandons lease
Kevin Hensley
Fontana Dam – The rumor mill is not ready to completely stop turning, but the wind surrounding it has certainly died down.
The owners of Fontana Village Resort & Marina opted in a June 1 meeting with the Tennessee Valley Authority to surrender its lease back to the TVA.
Friday, June 12, 2020
Future of popular resort uncertain
Kevin Hensley
Fontana Dam – The outlook for Fontana Village Resort & Marina looks bleak.
The Town of Fontana Dam – which is entering its 10th year of existence – provided little in the way of clarity at its May 20 council meeting, because little is known to even the town about its main revenue source.
Thursday, May 28, 2020
Fontana, Robbinsville hold emergency meetings
Kevin Hensley
In response to the rapid spread of news associated with the COVID-19 outbreak, both the towns of Fontana Dam and Robbinsville called emergency meetings last week.
The townships have declared states of emergency and made some significant changes to operations during the two meetings.
Thursday, April 2, 2020
Timing is everything, as the sun illuminated this U.S. flag at Fontana Dam to create a true “Awe-Inspiring Sight.” Photo by Art Miller/amiller@grahamstar.com
Trio of 'Star' photos win first place
News Staff
Tallulah – The N.C. Press Association formally announced its 2019 awards winners Feb. 27.
Three photos that were published in The Graham Star during the contest period of Oct. 1, 2018 and Sept. 30, 2019 – “Awe-Inspiring Sight” (Feature Photography, published Jan.
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
Williams resigns from council
Kevin Hensley
Fontana Dam – Tracy Williams’ second stint as a town council member has came to an end.
During the Feb. 15 Town of Fontana Dam council meeting, it was revealed that Williams had resigned from his seat, effective immediately. The decision was amicable, as Williams cited personal issues for the move.
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
The Town of Fontana Dam’s council is back at full capacity, following the swearing-in of two new members at Dec. 18’s meeting. From left are council member Tracy Williams, mayor Rob Hardy and councilmembers Jon Hodgson, Sabrina Garrison and Jordan Hedrick. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com
Resort, town arrange payment plan
Kevin Hensley
Fontana Dam – A large monthly payment will keep Fontana Village Resort on track to become current with the Town of Fontana Dam by June.
During the town’s monthly council meeting on Dec. 18, Mayor Rob Hardy discussed the resort’s plan to catch up on back payments.
Tuesday, December 24, 2019
Resort owes Fontana $95K
Kevin Hensley
Fontana Dam – Ongoing attempts by the Town of Fontana Dam to collect funds owed by Fontana Village Resort & Marina have not been resolved.
During the Nov. 20 council meeting, Town Administrator Zelerie Rogers said the resort owes the town is behind $86,245, which dates back to the end of June.
Tuesday, November 26, 2019
Fontana welcomes new chef
News Staff
Fontana Dam – Alex Henry recently joined the team at Fontana Village Resort as the Executive Chef/Food and Beverage Director. He brings with him a passion for fresh food and a creative flair that makes even the most common food seem new and exciting.
Thursday, November 7, 2019
Voters make their voices heard
Kevin Hensley
Voters in both the Town of Fontana Dam and the Town of Lake Santeetlah were scarcely found during Tuesday’s mayoral and council elections.
By far and away, Lake Santeetlah had the highest response, with a total of 19 ballots being cast out of the 37 active registered voters.
Thursday, November 7, 2019