December 2015

Cornelius Zepher Neal Zachary

The October issue of The Laurel contained an article about Neal Zachary’s tombstone in the Upper Zachary Cemetery in Cashiers which was lacking his date of death and a plea […]

A Stay and Play Chalet

by: Wiley Sloan

Do you remember as a child rushing down the stairs on Christmas morning to see what Santa had brought you? Along with the gifts that you had told Santa about, […]

Hell, Fire, and Stumpy Cigars

by: Donna Rhodes

My granddad had a trademark – a half-smoked cigar dangling from the corner of his mouth. It was always there, a stubby thumb of a thing. It was rarely lit, […]

Christ Anglican Church

by: Wiley Sloan

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 […]

Little Feet. Big Steps.

by: Tammy Mobley - Big Brothers Big Sisters

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. […]

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 […]

From Humbug to Happy

by: Donita Cline

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]