10 years ago
* A biker’s body was found a day after a fatal crash at Deal’s Gap. The fatality was not discovered for 24 hours, despite rescue workers efforts. The victim was identified as 39-year-old Ohio resident Michael J. Cupp.
* Robbinsville traveled to Western Carolina University to scrimmage the Smoky Mountain Mustangs, the Bunker Hill Bears and the Erwin Warriors. The team was excited to be getting the season underway and were feeling confident in their abilities.
25 years ago
* Members of a U.S. Naval Rescue Unit spent this past weekend in Graham County on a training exercise. The Unit is made up of people from all walks of life. The commanding officer was Dr. Carl Bazemore. A former Graham County resident – Mike Wall – was a member of the unit. The unit liked Graham County and hinted at a return for another training exercise.
* The annual “Meet the Athletes” event was spearheaded by a fish fry. For $5, you could buy a hearty portion of mountain trout fillets, hush puppies, cole slaw, potato salad, baked beans, dessert and drink.
50 years ago
* The Graham Star’s editor, Stella Sawyer, was cooking supper while one of her poodles was racing about the kitchen. She caught it and as she went to put the dog out, another poodle raced through an opening, causing her to fall. Her left arm was broken in four places. Assistance from Connie Hill, Dave Grim and a temporary splint allowed her to move into St. Joseph’s Hospital in Asheville to undergo surgery and get the Aug. 14, 1970 edition to press.
* The Black Knights had gone through two weeks of football practice to prepare for the opener against Murphy. Head coach Bob Colvin was starting his fifth year as head of the Black Knights. He had a four year record of 26-17. Per Colvin, the team is one of the heaviest in the history of the school, averaging 177 pounds per player.
– Brittany Davis