September 2016

More than 35 dealers have compiled a wide array of antiques and collectibles, all to be found at Porter’s Coffeehouse and Collectibles located at 6772 Highway 441 North in Dillard, […]

Good news!  Macon County’s economy appears to be on the upswing.  The towns of Highlands and Franklin and all of Macon County have enjoyed a recent economic  rebound. Highlands Mayor […]

With the upcoming Empty Bowls fundraiser in October, it’s a great time to learn more about the Food Pantry of Highlands and what they do. Executive Director Marty Rosenfield took […]

Autumn is upon us.  It won’t be long before the fabulous colors of fall will decorate Western North Carolina.    At the Friends for Life Forever Farm the majority of […]

The Shawnee Indians called them “wapiti,” meaning “white rump,” but you may know them as elk.  They are the largest and most regal of the deer family and admired by […]

Reflecting on the blessings of life, mine and that of Carpe Diem Farms, reveals the countless gifts for which we are most grateful.  The people and the animals who have […]

This serendipitous tale unfolds at Drake’s Diamond Gallery, recently purchased by Jannie and Tom Bean, lifelong residents of Minneapolis, Minnesota.   Jannie, whose father always encouraged her to make a […]

Spice up your meals with some incredible oils and vinegars from Your Source for Flavor in Cashiers.  Owner Earlene Zarrella discovered a line of condiments and found them to be […]

The Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust is fortunate to have a very active working Board of Directors, headed up by President Walter Wingfield of Highlands.   Formerly of Atlanta, Wingfield and his […]