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Graham County’s officers took local children to the Murphy Walmart for the annual “Shop with a Cop” on Dec. 11. Here, Robbinsville Elementary School Resource Officer Josh Reap helps a member of the program gather Christmas presents. Photo courtesy of Graham County Sheriff's Office

Graham County’s officers took local children to the Murphy Walmart for the annual “Shop with a Cop” on Dec. 11. Here, Robbinsville Elementary School Resource Officer Josh Reap helps a member of the program gather Christmas presents. Photo courtesy of Graham County Sheriff's Office

Shop till you drop

Latresa Phillips
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Murphy – Both the Graham County Sheriff’s Office and Graham County School Resource officers joined forces for a significant assignment Dec. 11.  These brave officers were responsible for safely delivering 29 students from Graham County Schools to Walmart in Murphy and back.
Graham County Animal Refuge President Brittney Holder addresses the lack of local animal control at Tuesday’s board of commissioners meeting. Photos by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Graham County Animal Refuge President Brittney Holder addresses the lack of local animal control at Tuesday’s board of commissioners meeting. Photos by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Committee formed to address animal control issues

Kevin Hensley
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Robbinsville – A groundswell movement to create a sustainable, local solution for quality animal control added multiple layers to its narrative Tuesday.
Robbinsville native Courtney Anderson has been announced as the new librarian at the Graham County Public Library. Photo by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

Robbinsville native Courtney Anderson has been announced as the new librarian at the Graham County Public Library. Photo by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

Anderson named new librarian

Latresa Phillips
Monday, December 16, 2024
Robbinsville – Instilling the love of reading and fostering the pursuit of knowledge is one of the many responsibilities of a county librarian.  The library is a place where everyone is welcome to gather for social interaction, cultural exchange, community connections, knowledge and instruction.
Gabrielle Sunny Jenkins is a popular face to Graham County students. Her work as a mental health liaison for the system has led to recognition from the Region A Children’s Partnership. Photo by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

Gabrielle Sunny Jenkins is a popular face to Graham County students. Her work as a mental health liaison for the system has led to recognition from the Region A Children’s Partnership. Photo by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

Sunny Days are here again

Latresa Phillips
Friday, December 6, 2024
Robbinsville – Graham County Schools’ Mental Health Liaison Sunny Jenkins is known by students and faculty for her friendliness, willingness to help and love for all children.
Authorities from multiple regional agencies travel through the Corridor K roadwork in Stecoah for the execution of “Operation Dirty Laundry: Phase 2” on Nov. 26. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Authorities from multiple regional agencies travel through the Corridor K roadwork in Stecoah for the execution of “Operation Dirty Laundry: Phase 2” on Nov. 26. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

More 'Dirty Laundry' aired out

Kevin Hensley
Friday, December 6, 2024
Kmart might have shuttered all of its continental stores in the United States, but the spirit of the “blue-light special” lives on. A convoy of authorities from multiple agencies rolled into Graham County just after 8 a.m., Nov.
The Greener Side Dispensary was 1-of-3 local businesses that was part of “Operation Dirty Laundry,” which was carried out Friday afternoon. By nightfall, the Graham County Sheriff’s Office had put up a temporary sign outside the establishment to note the success of the operation. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

The Greener Side Dispensary was 1-of-3 local businesses that was part of “Operation Dirty Laundry,” which was carried out Friday afternoon. By nightfall, the Graham County Sheriff’s Office had put up a temporary sign outside the establishment to note the success of the operation. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

'Dirty Laundry'

Kevin Hensley
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
A nearly 11-month, undercover investigation culminated Friday with the execution of search warrants at a total of 10 different locations across three counties and two states.
The teams formed for Nov. 14’s inaugural “Smalltown Cupcake Showdown” flexed their creative muscle, both over a stove and when selecting a name for their ensemble. Pictured are the “Gangster Grinches,” which are comprised of (from left): Alexis Miller, Zeyli Williams, Alyssa Bohn, Dreydon Conley and Bella Coats. Photo by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

The teams formed for Nov. 14’s inaugural “Smalltown Cupcake Showdown” flexed their creative muscle, both over a stove and when selecting a name for their ensemble. Pictured are the “Gangster Grinches,” which are comprised of (from left): Alexis Miller, Zeyli Williams, Alyssa Bohn, Dreydon Conley and Bella Coats. Photo by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

1, 2, 3, 4: it’s a cupcake war!

Latresa Phillips
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Robbinsville – Nov. 14 marked the inaugural “Smalltown Cupcake Showdown” at Robbinsville High School.  It was a sweet competition between Ms. Lorie Waldroup’s culinary classes and the foods 2 and FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) Club from Hayesville High School.
Graham County Board of Commissioners Chairman Jacob Nelms (left) shakes hands with departing commissioner Keith Eller on Tuesday. Eller did not seek re-election, which made Tuesday his final meeting. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Graham County Board of Commissioners Chairman Jacob Nelms (left) shakes hands with departing commissioner Keith Eller on Tuesday. Eller did not seek re-election, which made Tuesday his final meeting. Photo by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com

Remodel back to bid

Kevin Hensley
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Robbinsville – In the first two attempts by Graham County to find a contractor willing to made several necessary upgrades to the antiquated detention center, just one bid has been received. The sole bid came in from an unidentified party Oct.

Push for animal officer grows

Kevin Hensley
Thursday, November 21, 2024
A local animal advocate has launched an online petition, which hopes to bring a full-time animal control officer to Graham County. Brittney Holder owns and operates B’s Pet Grooming out of her home.
Jenni Junaluska and Cecilia Arrowood lay the ceremonial wreath on Chief Junaluska’s grave to help memorialize the famed Native American on Nov. 13. Jenni is a sixth-generation descendant of the chief. Photos by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

Jenni Junaluska and Cecilia Arrowood lay the ceremonial wreath on Chief Junaluska’s grave to help memorialize the famed Native American on Nov. 13. Jenni is a sixth-generation descendant of the chief. Photos by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

Wrapped in tradition

Latresa Phillips
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Vice Chief Alan B. Ensley delivers some remarks during Nov. 13’s Junaluska Wreath Laying Ceremony. Robbinsville – He was an unsung hero in one of the greatest Native American battles in the history of the United States.