Cheers to a Simpler Christmas

There’s beauty in simplicity when infusing a splash of holiday cheer throughout the house.

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Festival of Lights

Everyone – everyone – is invited to the lighting of the first candle of the Menorah at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park in Highlands on the

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Winter Wonderland

The Village Green and surrounding shops and businesses in Cashiers will be a Glittering Wonderland throughout the grey days and dark, dark nights

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Take a Bite Out of Hunger

Highlands United Methodist Church is well on its way to the final stages of its Faith and Fellowship Center, due to be completed this summer.  The Food Pantry of Highlands, being one of the many ministries of the church, is guaranteed space in the new building and Executive Director Marty Rosenfield is forever grateful.  The Pantry is currently housed in …

Rotary’s Warm Up Act

At my first Rotary Club of Highlands Meeting I was ready for the opening meeting rituals: Call to Order, moment of silent reflection and pledge of allegiance to the flag. What puzzled me a little was the role of the Sergeant at Arms — a Rotarian who strode around the room introducing visiting Rotarians and guests of Rotarians, collecting Happy …

The Power of Mentoring

Partnerships with local businesses and support from residents have allowed Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cashiers participants to do some special activities.  The Bascom in Highlands is a great resource and partner of BBBS.  During the holidays, they provided mentees and their families the opportunity to build their own gingerbread house at The Bascom’s annual Gingerbread House Workshop.  BBBS participants …


A Blizzard Warmed Our Hearts

It was 3:00 A.M. on January 30, 2015, when the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society Animal Rescue Team left on a mission to Shelbyville, Tennessee, where a multi-state task force met to give a second chance at life for 107 dogs who had spent their entire life on a chain.   These dogs had no protection from the elements, no protection against …

Last Loving Resort

The Friends for Life Forever Farm is a sanctuary for senior and special needs animals. Every animal that comes to the Forever Farm is guaranteed lifelong care.  But that does not mean we don’t strive to find the perfect home for most of our residents with a loving individual or family.  I say “most” because we feel some of our residents, …

Engaging with The Natural World

As spring draws near we begin looking for new life in the forest: A nest on a tree branch, a fawn in a thicket, a seedling beginning to grow through the leaves.   When Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust educates students through our Kids in Nature program we see change as well − clues in every program that a child is making the …


25 Years of Carpe Diem

Here’s to the crazy ones.  The misfits.  The rebels.  The troublemakers.  The round pegs in the square holes.  The ones who see things differently.  They’re not fond of rules.  And they have no respect for the status quo.  You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them.  About the only thing you can’t do is ignore them.  Because …

Stone, Glass and Splendor

Traverse gently rolling hills through lush greenery as you climb skyward to this beautiful home, resting sublimely on one of the highest points of Highlands Country Club.   Throughout the home, you’ll enjoy stunning views of Whiteside, Shortoff, and Cowee Mountains and the mesmerizing vistas beyond. Relax and unwind as the gentle cooling breezes sing through the trees.  Built by …

Yoga Demystified

Positive daily habits improve well-being.  Yoga practitioners gather consistently across the country to learn positive practices that support well-being from the inside out.  From those 70-plus years in age who can stand on their heads, to children who are learning to be still and focus their minds, yoga’s influence is deep, healthful, and strengthens generations. Is yoga for everyone?  Yes.  …


Good Health – It Takes A Village!

Many years ago, I had a passion to help others with their health so I became a doctor!   Even after I received my degree, I held back from adamantly sharing my knowledge and beliefs.  The time has come for me to fully embrace my passion and my knowledge!  I am thirsty for even more education and even more than …

Our Mission : Excellent Health

Mission Community Primary Care at Highlands-Cashiers Hospital offers a variety of services to our area. Whether you choose to be seen in Highlands or in Cashiers, you will receive prompt and attentive care from one of their primary care providers. Bethany Applebome, PA, is one of those providers, and she sees patients in Cashiers.  Bethany studied at Duke University’s Physician …

That Something I Can Do

You really can’t tell how your kindness may ripple throughout the world. Certainly the twin communities of Highlands and Cashiers have thrived upon the ideas and deeds of a steadfast coterie of men and women. Consider the words of Dr. Edward Everett Hale: “I am only one, but still I am one.  I cannot do everything.  But I can do …