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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Glass Treasures | Artist Beth Bowser

Beth Bowser Glass artist Beth Bowser was fascinated with stained glass creations as a child. Perhaps the transcendent way light shone through the church windows was a calling not only to glass artistry but to the ministry. She began studying glass art in 1980, working around her other calling. It’s no surprise her first class was in stained glass. After …

September Cover: Spirit of Highlands

Ansley Tolleson’s passion for the beauty of Highlands is evidenced by her designs appearing in homes around the world and, as a matter of fact, this magazine.

Restoring the Chestnut

An innovative program of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians aims to restore the majestic American Chestnut to the forests of Western North Carolina.


Walking in Muir’s Shoes

Before you hit the trail, make sure that your feet are happy – the right footwear choices can make all of the difference for your outdoor adventures.

Northern Parula

This elusive, treetop gem of the forest has a sweet, distinctive song.

Highlands Field Site

Shuttered in 2019, the Highlands Field Site springs back to life with a new team of students/scholars led by Dr. Rada Petric.


Floral Bounty

Penstemon is an enchanting example of the floral bounty that’s part of the Plateau’s Natural Heritage.

Tackling Upper Silver Run

Silver Run Falls is a sweet destination for everyone. Use caution if you set out to view Upper Silver Run Falls.

Deena Heads West

Though this magazine is passionate about spotlighting people, and places and events for you to discover here on the Plateau, we recognize that sometimes we all need to Get Off The Mountain. Here’s our Deena’s take on one of her favorite destinations.


Anxiously Waiting for Options | Fly Fishing

September brings us a meditation on the allure of Wild Trout and the guides who lead us into their hidden domain.

Salamander Meander

It’s a nighttime prowl in search of the Plateau’s shyest and most diminutive denizens.

Dance in the Dahlias

Highlands Historical Society’s Dahlia Festival, set for September 11-12, is a beautiful stroll through downtown.