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PARI’s Next Giant Step

Issue: April 2026 by: Luke Osteen

PARI has been selected to help track NASA’s Artemis II mission, linking its historic Rosman site to the next chapter of lunar exploration while continuing to inspire students through hands‑on space science programs.

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Fashion High | Bungalow Boutique

Issue: April 2026

Bungalow Boutique isn’t just a clothing store – it’s more like stepping into someone’s beautifully considered life. Owner Mary Abranyi, a yoga instructor and area realtor, brings a distinctly holistic sensibility to every inch of the shop. The clothing leans toward comfort that still looks genuinely polished:

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Rusticks Welcomes the Season

Issue: April 2026 by: Mary Jane McCall

Rusticks welcomes the season with fresh furnishings, new brands, and Stacie Platt’s trusted design guidance, offering inspiration for every room—plus antiques, garden finds, and a second location opening this summer.

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A Week to Savor

Issue: April 2026 by: Marjorie N. Deal

Highlands launches its inaugural Restaurant Week April 6–12, inviting diners to explore fresh flavors, creative menus, and the vibrant culinary talent shaping the town’s food scene.

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Chef’s Circle at The Farm

Issue: April 2026 by: Marlene Osteen

Chef’s Circle brings together Highlands’ standout chefs for a one‑night open‑air feast at The Farm at Old Edwards, offering an extraordinary mix of regional flavors, talent, and community in a single evening.

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Serious Soup

Issue: April 2026 by: Marlene Osteen

A smoky, creamy shrimp‑and‑corn soup has quickly become a standout at The Kitchen Carry‑Away, proving that soup can be the star of the season.

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Primary’s Elevated Comfort

Issue: April 2026 by: Marlene Osteen

Primary has become one of Highlands’ most compelling dining rooms, pairing a polished, inviting atmosphere with ingredient‑driven dishes that balance comfort, creativity, and a clear sense of place.

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Shaping Clay, Shaping Community

Issue: April 2026 by: Mary Jane McCall

After 15 years at The Bascom, ceramics director Frank Vickery has shaped a thriving, welcoming studio where artists of all ages discover the joy of clay and community.

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Visual Poetry

Issue: April 2026 by: Donna Rhodes

A master of impressionistic photography, April cover artist Gwen Greenglass transforms familiar landscapes into soft, painterly images that capture emotion and turn light itself into poetry.

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