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Local and regional officials explore the progress made inside EcoKing Solutions' renovated facility off Snowbird Road on Feb. 12. Photos by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

EcoKing planning May production launch

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, February 19, 2026

Robbinsville – Looks can be deceiving.

Senior Ethan Webster sprawls out to pin McDowell’s Antonio Molina during Nov. 12’s home dual. Photo by Kevin Hensley/sports@grahamstar.com

Taking on all comers

Kevin Hensley

Thursday, November 21, 2024

The Black Knights have dove right into the deep end of the talent pool during their first official week of matches this year. Hosting a tri-match with Franklin and McDowell on Nov. 12, Robbinsville knocked off the Panthers 54-24 and the Titans 46-21.

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.

Mountain Heritage Center exhibit to look at Latino life in North Carolina

News Staff

Thursday, January 9, 2020

From staff reports Cullowhee – Western Carolina University’s Mountain Heritage Center will host an exhibit by Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist José Galvez on Latino life in North Carolina in the museum’s second-floor gallery at Hunter Library.

Students enjoy a sunny day at WCU’s Electron Garden on the Green, a power-producing 10-kilowatt solar photovoltaic system and hammock hanging lounge.

Western Carolina recognized in 'Guide to Green Colleges'

News Staff

Friday, December 13, 2019

Cullowhee – Western Carolina University has been listed by The Princeton Review as one of the most environmentally responsible colleges in North America for the ninth consecutive year. Western Carolina is included in the 2019 edition of the education services company’s “Guide to Green Colleges.