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They Care Like Family
One of the many jewels that make our community such a special place is the Eckerd Living Center. Their bright campus, filled with light and flanked by beautiful gardens, is an incredible facility; and, their skilled and caring administration and staff strive to make certain that the residents’ needs are met, but also that they thrive. Volunteers play a …
A Lonesome Valley Wedding
Rachel Kepes and Leland Ferriter were married on a perfect fall day in October of 2018. With the help of Verge Events and Nicole Riley, the couple, from Sullivan’s Island, South Carolina, brought 120 of their nearest and dearest to Cashiers and Lonesome Valley to celebrate their union. After speaking to a few of their vendors, it was very …
Highlands’ Little Piece of Paradise
Tucked away in an acre of mature trees and a lush, green backyard is this adorable, furnished two-story home within minutes to Main Street. A large benched deck with a pergola-shaded entrance, white picket fence, red shutters, French doors, and a cultured stone two-story chimney enhance this charming New Orleans-style cottage with lovely antiques. In the background, you can hear …
This Joyful Marriage of Souls
Most women, most writers, would find being married to a literary giant like Pat Conroy intimidating, even diminishing. His life was large, his emotions were complex, and his passion for writing, for telling his stories, was unceasing. So how does a woman keep her perspective, her sensibilities, when married to someone like that? And how does a writer carve out …
Presidential Side Hustles
America’s Presidents are a motley crew coming from a wide variety of backgrounds. Here are a few of the more interesting: Andrew Jackson was a military courier at the age of 13. He certainly knew how to deliver. Abe Lincoln was a licensed bartender. As a lawyer, he not only passed the bar, he owned one. Andrew Johnson was …
Silver Run Reserve
Silver Run Reserve, a pristine patch of old mountain pastureland nestled between two mountain ridges, has been divided into five distinct residential offerings spread across nearly 300 acres. That means property owners can revel in the experience of being far from the cares of 21st Century life, while being part of a vibrant, active community. On the stress-free part of …
Yoga, Wellness, Adventure Retreat 2020
Ocean breezes are beckoning us once again for our Fourth annual Winter Yoga, Wellness and Adventure Retreat. Jamaica 2020 will launch on February 6 -11 and will be our first retreat exploring island life! Artistry. Sustainability. Authenticity. Our site for this year’s retreat is Treasure Beach in St. Elizabeth Parrish on the Southern Coast of Jamaica. Treasure Beach is an …
Shoulders, Necessary and Complicated!
Patients coming in with shoulder injuries are all too common in my office! Just like other joints, shoulders can be very painful and can cause problems with normal daily life. The shoulder joint acts simply yet is very complex. The four major muscles which make up the rotator cuff are the primary movers and stabilizers of the shoulder complex. …
The Village Heritage Award
Cashiers Historical Society’s mission is preserving the heritage of Cashiers Valley through education, stewardship and advocacy. The society strives to recognize Cashiers’ history through publications, awards, events and projects. One such award is the Village Heritage Award which has been given annually since 2003 to a building, old or new, which has been built or repurposed in keeping with the …
Moses Rock
If you’ve ever made the long, winding trek from downtown Highlands to the almost preternaturally pastoral landscape of Horse Cove, you may have noticed, just off the side of the road, a narrow pipe with a steady stream of clear water shooting out and pooling in a mossy granite bowl at its base. Of course, if you’re the one driving, …
The Naming of Glenville
There once was a quaint little village called Hamburg nestled on each side of the highest part of the Tuckasegee River. In about 1890, the river meandered gently through the Hamburg Village for about five miles, with 40 or so homes and 240 people along its banks. At the end of the village, the river dropped dramatically over a 200-foot …
Pool Halls, Circuses, & Yahoo!
For 50 years, the snappy taps on the floor of Helen’s Barn symbolized the heartbeat of Highlands. While many have tried to recapture that rhythmical magic, Helen’s Barn remains an irreplaceable dance hall icon. Even so, Helen’s barn dances blazed the entertainment trail on the Plateau. The subsequent attractions and diversions that streamed into town brought many cheers, but they …
