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Good cast, great catch

Thursday, March 19, 2020

Fontana – As fishing season ramps up, Fontana Marina – in conjunction with the Boy Scouts – held the sixth annual bass fishing tournament last weekend. Fontana Lake is a known fishing destination for locals and tourists alike.

Local man killed in auto accident

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, March 19, 2020

Tallulah – A two-vehicle accident Friday afternoon on U.S. 129 South claimed the life of a local man. Larry Vance Williams, 65, of Yellow Creek Road, was traveling in a 2016 Kia Soul near the intersection with Jutts Creek Circle when his vehicle left the shoulder.

Those in need of toilet paper Tuesday morning would have walked into Robbinsville’s Ingles and found an all-too-familiar site; empty shelves, as customers do their best to stockpile supplies in the wake of the recent coronavirus outbreak. Photo by Hope Riddle/lineads@grahamstar.com

Time to practice "social distancing"

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, March 19, 2020

It’s here … sort of. Though no confirmed cases have been recorded in Graham County – a local man tested negative last week – the much-maligned, heavily discussed coronavirus has forced the hands of lawmakers and officials at the national, state and local levels.

Peaking at the right time

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, March 12, 2020

Fayetteville – Anywhere you look, the future of wrestling in Robbinsville is prosperous. The Peak Wrestling Club took five Graham County wrestlers to the NCWay State Championship Tournament, which was held at Fayetteville’s Crown Coliseum on Feb. 29.

Justin Stewart won the Individual Exhibit category at the recent National History Day Competition at Western Carolina University.

Robbinsville High shines at history competition

News Staff

Thursday, March 12, 2020

Cullowhee – Robbinsville High School students recently competed in the National History Day Competition, held at Western Carolina University. Sixteen students placed in various contests and every Robbinsville student qualified for the state competition, which will be held at Raleigh’s N.C.

Woman arrested for DWI

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, March 12, 2020

Stecoah – A 28-year-old Robbinsville woman was arrested the night of March 1 and charged with both misdemeanor child abuse and driving while impaired. Ciara Dockery Orr of 297 Hoot Owl Hollow was found on the side of N.C.

Volunteers work on the new community garden that has sprouted behind the Church Mouse Thrift Store in downtown Robbinsville. Photo by Art Miller/amiller@grahamstar.com

Producing for the future

Matthew Miller

Thursday, March 12, 2020

Robbinsville – As fresh fruit and vegetable costs rise, communities everywhere are combating high produce prices with community gardens.

Group has $33K for aid

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, March 12, 2020

Robbinsville – There is more than $33,000 available to help cancer patients in Graham County. During the March 5 Graham Cancer Support Group meeting, treasurer Pam Shaffer informed the board that the ending balance at the end of February was $33,234.

Water Treatment Facility Operator Carrie Stewart examines the finished water at the Rock Creek Treatment Plant on Monday. At this point, the water has already went through several treatments and filters before being pumped into the main tank for distribution across Robbinsville. Photos by Art Miller/amiller@grahamstar.com

Don't worry; it's safe to drink the water

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, March 12, 2020

Robbinsville – A petition presented at City Hall on March 4 called for immediate improvements to the quality of water being delivered to town residents.

Chief Deputy Chuck Stewart speaks during Feb. 27’s Community Safety Meeting in Stecoah. Photo by Art Miller/amiller@grahamstar.com

An open line of communication

Matthew Miller

Wednesday, March 4, 2020

Stecoah – A meeting took place on Feb. 27 at the Stecoah Fire and Rescue building, between members of the Stecoah community and the Graham County Sheriff’s Office.