November 2025

After extensive hurricane damage, Chimney Rock State Park reopened offering limited-hours access by reservation with breathtaking hikes and panoramic views in the Hickory Nut Gorge area near Asheville.

Now rebranded as Rejuvenate Medical Spa, this trusted wellness destination in Highlands and Franklin offers personalized, non-invasive treatments that enhance natural beauty and restore balance—inside and out.

Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say nightly prayer. Maya Angelou

Shop With A Cop brings holiday joy to Macon County children in need—offering gifts, warmth, and lasting connections with local law enforcement.

REACH of Macon County has launched a vital forensic nursing program, restoring trauma-informed care for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence—right here in the community.

This fall, Cullasaja Women’s Outreach celebrates a record $380,000 in grants—fueling education, healing, and hope across the Plateau.

The Hudson Library is raising $1.5 million to expand and modernize its space for a stronger community future.

Picture this: a child sitting at the kitchen table, homework spread out, frustration building. Maybe mom’s working a double shift. Maybe dad’s not around. Maybe the stress of school or friendships feels like too much.

At Cashiers Valley Preschool, even a simple game with a talking stick teaches children how to listen, share, and respect each other—skills that grow empathy, resilience, and a foundation for lifelong success.