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Dive in Movies
Not all of us get the chance to jet away to an exotic spa to refresh and re-energize ourselves as this winter drags on. But the good people at the Highlands Rec Park’s Swimming Pool have just the tonic for you, It’s a lot cheaper and a lot easier than heading for a resort far from the Plateau. And you …
Year of the Woman
Welcome to 2020! And here at Laurel, welcome to the Year of the Woman! It’s, of course, the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment, which granted American women the right to vote. But if you’ve been browsing Laurel’s pages over the years and read Jane Nardy’s chronicles of life in the early days of Southern Jackson County, or Donna Rhodes’ …
Laurel’s Annual Photo Contest
Living in Highlands is like living in a storybook. Beauty surrounds us at every turn. Every season offers a fresh perspective, but there’s something about the stark beauty of winter that beckons the inner photographer in us all to take a few moments to try and capture the beauty of the moment so we can carry it with us throughout …
Music for Life
The African Children’s Choir will perform its new program, “Just As I Am,” at 6:30 P.M. Friday, January 24, at Community Bible Church. Admission is free (donations will be accepted) and the event is open to everyone. The African Children’s Choir are ambassadors for the millions of suffering children back home in Africa, and funds raised on tour not only …
The Best Little Bookstore
There’s a little jewel for the entire Cashiers/Glenville Community nestled within The Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library. Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library houses the Best Little Bookstore in Cashiers. Okay, the Library Bookstore may be the only bookstore in town, but we really think we are the best! You’ll find thousands of gently-used books, three different fiction formats (hardcover, trade, mass market), …
Look What the Library Has!
“When in doubt, go to the library.” A quote attributed to J.K. Rowling, of Harry Potter fame – but a comment filled with truth, as Hudson’s librarian can attest. Not only is winter a time for nestling inside with a good book, but Carlyn Morenus said there is much more that residents and visitors can get out of a library visit. …
Outhouse Race
One of the Southeast’s wackiest and most creative events happens right here in Sapphire Valley every February when fun lovers kick into creative overdrive and participate in the annual Sapphire Valley Outhouse Race, held this year on Saturday, February 15. Festivities begin at 11:00 A.M. and culminate with the race at 3:00 P.M. North Carolina Barbecue will be served …
Feeling the Love
Now that the holidays are over and the last of our beloved visitors have returned home, life on the Plateau has slowed down but it certainly hasn’t stopped. These slower months are the perfect time for Old Edwards Hospitality Group to offer special discounts to the hardworking men and women—who are at the heart and soul of the Highlands and …
Looking Back with Pride
It’s hard to believe that it has been 10 years since I was first asked to serve on the Chamber Board of Directors. As a member and former chairman, I’m both grateful and humbled to have been a part of such an amazing organization and it’s with bittersweet sentiment that I will be resigning my position on the Board. I …
Trim Our Town
If the town of Highlands seems even cheerier this Christmas Season, well, that’s the idea. The Highlands Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring its Trim the Town contest, running through December 24, with the winners being announced on December 25. Every building in town is invited to participate, and chamber membership will not be a factor in participation or judging. …
Honoring Heroes
The Highlands Chamber of Commerce pauses each Fall to celebrate our Highlands Heroes at Autumn Ovation. Chamber members and their guests celebrated on November 12 at Four65 Bistro and Bar. It was a sensational happening with great food, excellent company, and an inspiring program recognizing outstanding businesses and persons of Highlands’ community. For outstanding community …
A Beautiful Challenge
Winter in the North Carolina mountains is always a beautiful time. But cold weather, icy roads and heavy snow pose a challenge to our mission to save lives and provide compassionate care. Adoptions drop during this time but the strays we rescue still come in each day, and our expenses soar as we pledge to be a warm and safe …
