October 2025

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A Toast to Ten Years

by: Marlene Osteen

To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Highlands Food & Wine unveils two custom-crafted beverages—a crisp lager and a bold red blend—capturing the festival’s spirit of flavor and artistry.

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Partnering for Impact: A Trustworthy Path to Meaningful Giving

by: Josh Bryson, Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation

The Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation is the trusted leader in advancing health and well-being across the Plateau, making it the perfect partner for organizations and donors dedicated to creating lasting, positive impacts in our community.

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Beauty Beckons

by: William McReynolds

October arrives draped in golden leaves and playful disguises, a month where nature’s brilliance meets human imagination in a celebration of harvest, color, and costume.

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The Power of Being Seen

by: Danielle Hernandez, Big Brothers Big Sisters of WNC

Big Brothers Big Sisters helps middle schoolers feel seen and supported through mentoring that builds confidence, connection, and hope for the future.

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Big Dreams, Little Feet

by: Danielle Hernandez, Board Member, Cashiers Valley Preschool

Fundraising at Cashiers Valley Preschool helps support teachers, enrich classrooms, and build a new playground—creating a joyful, nurturing space where children thrive.

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Clubs United for Kids

by: Kayla Deaton, Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau

This summer, six Plateau-area clubs partnered with the Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau to create unforgettable experiences for local youth and honor educators, exemplifying the spirit of “Clubs helping the Club.”

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Free Programs at TL&LC

by: Anna Norton, The Literacy and Learning Center

As the 2025–26 school year begins, The Literacy and Learning Center invites families to enroll in its free, high-quality educational programs—from Pre-K to after-school tutoring—designed to support learners of all ages across Macon County.

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A Home For Clyde

by: David Stroud - Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society

As part of its fourfold mission, the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society highlights adoption during National Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month, sharing the story of Clyde—a gentle, loving dog still waiting for his perfect match.

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Brookings Bash Rocks for Relief

by: Marjorie N. Deal

The sold-out Brookings Bash raised $200,000 for Hurricane Helene survivors, turning a local music dream into a powerful tradition of community and giving.

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