GrahamCountyBoardofCommissioners

Commissioners hear merit pay proposals

Robbinsville – Merit pay for Graham County Sheriff’s deputies, correctional officers and other frontline personnel was on the agenda at a special meeting of the Graham County Board of Commissioners Friday morning.
Rumors about the demise of Smoky Mountain Urgent Care’s Robbinsville office began spreading on Facebook on Saturday, but county officials have denied the claims. Photo by Koda Moody/The Graham Star

Rumors about the demise of Smoky Mountain Urgent Care’s Robbinsville office began spreading on Facebook on Saturday, but county officials have denied the claims. Photo by Koda Moody/The Graham Star

Urgent Care not going anywhere

Robbinsville – Despite rumors and some questions to the contrary, Graham County has stated that Smoky Mountain Urgent Care will remain in operation.

EMS shifts now on 24/72 rotation

Robbinsville – Some much-needed rest is coming for Graham County EMS personnel. The county’s board of commissioners called a special meeting Monday morning to discuss a shift to a longer rotation for emergency personnel, who have been stretched thin due to staffing issues.

Several county projects continue to move forward

Fort Hill – As of Oct. 14, work has begun on a crucial Graham County project.  In his report at the Graham County Board of Commissioners meeting Tuesday, County Manager Jason Marino said Western Builders of Sylva had started work on securing the walls of the Robbinsville Elementary School Gym.

Ongoing projects discussed

Robbinsville – Some ongoing Graham County projects have moved forward in recent weeks.  Graham County Manager Jason Marino Gave updates on various projects at the Graham County Board of Commissioners continued meeting, held Monday, Oct. 4.

EMS pay concerns discussed

Robbinsville – As the Graham County Board of Commissioners approved the county’s budget last week, some citizens are voicing concerns about the need for a pay raise for some of its most crucial workers.