3 new faces voted into office

Robbinsville – In overwhelming fashion, Graham County voters spent the last 2 ½ weeks frequenting the polls. Of 6,262 registered voters in the county, 3,354 cast a ballot during the one-stop (early) period – or 53.6 percent.

Candidates make pitch for vote

Robbinsville – The Graham Star hosted a candidate forum for the upcoming commissioner race Saturday, inside the Robbinsville High School Auditorium.  Even though the turnout was low, the candidates were passionate about the opportunity to share their thoughts and concerns with public attendees.

Newcomers unseat incumbents

Robbinsville – Entering Tuesday’s primary election, there was just one guarantee at the local level: a new commissioner, with incumbent Keith Eller not seeking re-election this year.

Sheriff’s Office gets $75K for new weapons, equipment

Robbinsville – Graham County Commissioner Connie Orr learned of a law-enforcement raid near where she lives, in which suspects ridiculed law enforcement about the shabby state of equipment used by the Graham County Sheriff’s Office.