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Both the Bear Creek (pictured) and Snowbird sanitation centers will close July 1. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Two sanitation sites closing July 1

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, May 28, 2026

After engaging with the public during a May 8 hearing, Graham County has announced new operational procedures for its sanitation sites.The biggest change involves the closure of Bear Creek and Snowbird's convenience centers, which becomes effective Wednesday, July 1.

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.

Trash ordinance to receive overhaul

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, August 1, 2024

Robbinsville – “This board has to create an ordinance that it will stand by.” Almost 24 years ago, the Graham County Board of Commissioners made its latest amendment to a detailed breakdown of fees to be assessed for the disposal of solid waste. Dated Dec.

Since reverting back to the former 24-hour convenience of several Graham County sanitation centers, early-morning sights like this one March 11 at the Bear Creek location have become more commonplace.

State warns county about sanitation

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, March 21, 2024

Eyebrows were recently raised at the state level regarding the pivot on how sanitation centers are operated in Graham County.