(828) 526-0173 | [email protected] | Copyright 2024 – All Rights Reserved.
Search Articles
There are so many great articles in the pages of The Laurel Magazine, sometimes you want to read them again. You won’t miss a thing. Use these helpful search parameters and find just what you’re looking for about Highlands, NC and Cashiers, NC.
Chamber’s Beginnings
In 1923, long before the Visitor’s Center, Chamber-sponsored events, and a cohesive town voice, a fledgling Highlands Chamber of Commerce was laying the groundwork for the remarkable township we cherish today. Thanks to Ran Shaffner and the Highlands Historical Society’s Archives, founding members’ words are part of our historical record. Here are minutes from the Chamber’s first organizational …
Rotaract Charter
Exciting plans are under way to form a Rotaract Club for young adults in Highlands. This past summer, Taylor Parrish expressed interest in becoming more involved in the community he grew up in, and approached Rotary Club of Highlands President Christy Kelly (his aunt) for ideas. He felt that a number of others would also be interested in giving …
Planting Seeds for Reading
As we near the end of our 23rd year of service to this community, I’ve been reflecting on the past year and how thankful I am for our three new employees – Brandy McElroy, program director; Kathryn Buckley, education director; and Carol Waldroop, program coordinator. These three ladies have immersed themselves into the heart and soul of this organization. With their …
Find the Perfect Gift
Gifts. Gifts. Gifts. Does your head spin when thinking about what to give everyone on your shopping list? How do you find the perfect, unique present for someone, something to show you put thought and effort into the gift? It’s simple: The Bookworm. The Hudson Library’s used bookstore is the perfect place to find just what you’re looking for. The …
It’s a Wonderful Life
All the special animals at the Forever Farm will be warm and happy this holiday season, and hopefully know that they are safe and loved. Some of our lucky residents over the years have been adopted into homes where they will be celebrating the holidays with loving families. Juno is one of those adoptees. Juno was named after the …
Hello, Dolly!
CHHS Hero Pet Dolly is a sweet five-year-old female Plott Hound/Spaniel mix found wandering as a stray in Tuckasegee in March, 2014. She was rescued and given safe refuge at CHHS and after nearly two years, Dolly is the longest-term resident canine at our no-kill shelter. Dolly definitely has the tracking instincts of a hound, but she is actually …
A Quarter Century of Support
It’s reflection time, our annual year-end look back on all the gifts we have been given; the people who have supported our efforts, the participants old and new who affirm what we do through and with the horses. We count our many blessings. For nearly 25 years Carpe Diem Farms has been blessed by the generosity of others. If you are …
From Humbug to Happy
The season’s universal message of unity, peace and love can bring joy and remind us to stay calm. Unfortunately, many would argue that “bah, humbug” is much more reflective of their feelings this time of year. Tips for combating Holiday Blues: • Don’t worry about how things “should” be • Do you really “have” to do everything on your …
A Lot Like Eden
Four new unique properties will be conserved with Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust in 2015 – they protect water, wildlife habitat and public views. Your land trust has been conserving our most treasured places here locally since 1909 and thanks to our supporters, we are able to protect the quality of the air you breathe, the water you drink, and a healthy …
Little Feet. Big Steps.
As the new Program Coordinator, I’m not asking you for just a donation, but rather an investment in a child’s future. By supporting BBBS, you are making our community stronger. Studies show that mentors outside the family often play a critical role in helping a child develop his/her full potential. BBBS is a well-respected organization started over 103 years ago …
A Romance with Reading
Has this ever happened to you? You’re standing in line and a lovely platinum-haired woman comes up and asks what your favorite book might be No? Well, if it does, you can bet that woman is Celeste Bittner, a volunteer at the Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library. Celeste has been giving her time to the library for 10 years and doesn’t …
Christ Anglican Church
Compared to many of the other Christian churches in the Highlands-Cashiers area, the Christ Anglican Church, which meets at 464 U.S. Highway 64 East in Cashiers, is a youngster, having been organized in 2004. The congregation is led by Father Jim Murphy who migrated to our area in 2009. This family of God is part and parcel to the …
