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Residents packed the Graham County Community Building for Tuesday's commissioner meeting, with many wishing to support and speak out against pertinent budget topics. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Residents packed the Graham County Community Building for Tuesday's commissioner meeting, with many wishing to support and speak out against pertinent budget topics. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Public speaks out before budget passes

Kevin Hensley
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Robbinsville – The much-discussed 2026-27 fiscal year budget for Graham County passed Tuesday evening, on a 3-2 vote. Commission chair Meggan Smith and commissioner Natasha Williams voted against the ordinance.

Commission chair speaks on draft budget

Kevin Hensley
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Robbinsville – A public hearing regarding Graham County's proposed 2026-27 fiscal year budget is set to be held at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, in conjunction with the regularly-scheduled board of commissioners meeting.

Draft county budget unveiled

Kevin Hensley
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Robbinsville – After much discussion and several public hearings, Graham County released its draft budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year Monday.Based on the projection, county officials are estimating $65,561,685 in revenues and expenditures.
Both the Bear Creek (pictured) and Snowbird sanitation centers will close July 1. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

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

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.
Low-income families in Graham County can now register for low-cost spay and neuter options at Logan's Run Rescue in Murphy.

Low-income families in Graham County can now register for low-cost spay and neuter options at Logan's Run Rescue in Murphy.

County joins low-cost spay, neuter program

Kevin Hensley
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Murphy – A new option to help control the local dog and cat population has just been made available to Graham County residents.

Hoxit files appeal

Kevin Hensley
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Robbinsville – Exactly two weeks after a judge's order removed Brad Hoxit from office, the former sheriff has appealed the verdict.Filed in the Graham County Clerk of Court's Office at 11:21 a.m.