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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One Little Sliver at a Time

Julie Bollinger’s Carrot Cake is a slice of something that’s meant to be celebrated.

Steeped in Art

For our cover artist Christena Brostrom, “cold and crazy” is a winning formula.

A Healthy New Year? Thank the Land Trust

Not sure where to go in this new year? Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust has some ideas. Visit hicashlt.org/hiking-trails.html.


Traversing to Fire Towers

Each of our local fire towers provides a glimpse into the past and unparalleled vistas.

Our Winter Birds

Some birds skip the Cold Stream Express and stick with us here on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.

Your Cover Worthy Photo

Show us the magic of Winter on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau – it’s all around you. If it’s just right, we’ll put you on the cover of Laurel and proclaim you a Winner!


Book Havens in Winter

The Plateau’s twin libraries are natural havens from the Winter Blahs.

The Bear & the Bands

The talent’s already lining up for the third incarnation of the Bear Shadow Music Festival, set for April 28-30. For ticketing and more information visit bearshadownc.com.

Grace Clothed in White

This is our time to go within to harbor hope and know the beauty of the season.


A Celebration of 40 Years

The Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce celebrates its 40th Anniversary with a new slate of directors, a robust membership, and a dynamic energy to face the promises and pitfalls of the upcoming years.

Community Connection

For Rotarian Dave O’Harra, “coming home” to Highlands meant getting involved directly in the life of the community.

Women Who Shape The Plateau: Sharing the Mountain Experience

The Plateau’s natural bounty lies at the core of Carol Wilkes’ abiding passion.