Robbinsville – Instead of taking one step forward, Graham County Schools are being forced to take two steps back.

Despite a depleted staff and a serious COVID-19 outbreak, the owners of Graham Healthcare & Rehabilitation denied the state’s offer for help.

An initial report of two staff members and only one resident of Graham Healthcare & Rehabilitation affected by COVID-19 quickly grew in number last week.

By Julie Havlak

Carolina Journal News Service

Raleigh – Following the passage of the 2020 COVID-19 Recovery Act, Rep.

Graham County’s 46-day curfew has came to an end.

Barring a sudden uptick in data, Graham County could begin the arduous and time-consuming process of reopening this weekend.

In a stunning turnaround, Graham County voted Friday to re-open its borders to all travelers.