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1800s Cabin Still Home
In the Winter 2010 issue of Laurel Magazine was an article on page 43 entitled, “1923 Photograph of a Bull Pen Area Bryson Family” and about 23 people were pictured. They were attending a Zachary reunion in Cashiers. Briefly mentioned in the article was the Thomas Hillman Bryson/Sarah Frances Fowler Bryson family’s old log cabin, which had been encompassed in the …
The Emily Dickinson of the Blue Ridge
Many Highlands residents and visitors wax poetic about the beauty of the region, but none do it better than Bess Hines Harkins. She was such an accomplished poetess, she bore three titles: The Emily Dickinson of the Blue Ridge; Bess, the Woods Wanderer (her self-proclaimed nickname), and Highlands’ Poet Laureate. “Singing of the Heart,” her first book written in …
That Bird With the Odd Bill
The Highlands-Cashiers Plateau Audubon Society has received reports of Red Crossbills appearing at feeders in both Highlands and Cashiers. These birds are more often seen in winter, but are not always here as they are an “irruptive” species. That is, they follow their food source and thus their appearance in any area is unpredictable. Their crossed bills, which at first …
Shasta Daisy
This is one of the easiest plants you will ever have the pleasure of planting. Her real name is Leucanthemum x Superbum, “Shasta Leu” is my way of remembering her name, after all, we’re in the South where double names are common place. To remember her proper name, try the phrase ‘Leu, can the mum come out to play? The …
Tee Time in Scotland
Scotland We arrived in Edinburgh and were picked up and driven to St. Andrews by Toms associate Stewart Smith, PGA. He was the Professional at Prestwick, one of the British Open courses, and knows everyone and everything about golf in Scotland. In Scotland, Tom put together a great mix of courses that made both of us very happy. We played …
Cool Creatures of the Night
It’s 7:00 P.M., T minus two hours and counting until sunset. That’s when the bats rouse from their leafy beds and crevices and the nighttime feasting on insects begins. North Carolina Wildlife Diversity Biologist Katherine Caldwell and her team, wildlife technicians Joey Weber and Charles Lawson, have already set up poles and netting at four stations spread over 100 yards of …
A Golfer Goes Gourmet
Despite rumors to the contrary, Brian Stiehler is not plotting world domination. He is, however, a very motivated community member who wants the best for his town. He is currently a member of the Board of Commissioners for Highlands and is a past graduate of Leadership Highlands. Stiehler has been active in the Highlands Chamber of Commerce, the Literacy Council of …
Now That’s Chemintz’n It
While looking into the eyes of Wolfgang Green and hearing his life story, I was deeply touched as I gained a new adoration for this man as a chef and a survivor of a time of unrest – a situation that most of us can never relate to. Growing up in East Germany in a town called Chemintz in 1961 …
Healthy Chocolate Ice Cream
Creamy and magically smooth, chocolate ice cream can be healthy, too. This gluten-free and vegan ice cream tastes simply divine, as if it is full of cream and sugar, which are the typical ice cream ingredients. This healthy ice cream does not require an ice cream maker and is as filling and full of chocolate goodness as the “real thing.” …
Highlands Food & Wine
It’s hard to imagine that it’s already time to start making your fall and winter plans, but there are certain events that you need to get on your calendar early so that you’re sure not to miss the fun. Highlands Food and Wine Festival (formerly Highlands Culinary Weekend) is one such event, so get the red marker out now and …
What’s the Hurry?
December 2015: I order a domestic red wine in a nearby city. I was presented with a bottle of 2014. I was surprised to see a high end producer release a fine wine so early. I accepted the wine. Was it enjoyable? Yes. Was it ready to drink? Not even close. I understand that there are factors like low crop …
