by Erin Estes | Sep 1, 2025 | Giving Back Articles
From humble beginnings in a church basement to a thriving educational hub, The Literacy & Learning Center has spent over 30 years empowering learners of all ages on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau—one book, one student, one future
at a time.
by Erin Estes | Sep 1, 2025 | Giving Back Articles
Each summer, the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society’s Critter Camp empowers young animal lovers to become tomorrow’s ambassadors for kindness, compassion, and community—one paw print at a time.
by Erin Estes | Sep 1, 2025 | Lifestyles & Wellness in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC
In Cashiers, a thoughtfully curated destination is changing the way homes are designed, built, and furnished—prioritizing health, harmony, and lasting value.
by Erin Estes | Sep 1, 2025 | Lifestyles & Wellness in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC
Each year I like to give our community members a status report on how Highlands-Cashiers Hospital is doing on several fronts. I believe it’s important for our community to understand all the exciting things that are happening at the hospital, from welcoming new and talented physicians to outlining the facility improvements that are possible, building and strengthening our hospital team, and making capital investment, thanks to HCA Healthcare.
by Erin Estes | Sep 1, 2025 | Lifestyles & Wellness in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC
The Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation proudly welcomes Dr. Myrle Grate as its new Executive Director—a visionary leader with a passion
for service and a proven record of transformative impact.
by Erin Estes | Sep 1, 2025 | Lifestyles & Wellness in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC
With music in the air and children’s voices rising in harmony, Highlands came together to celebrate a new symbol of peace — a 12-foot Peace Pole gifted by local Rotarians, now rooted in the heart of town and the spirit of its people.
by Erin Estes | Sep 1, 2025 | Lifestyles & Wellness in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC
Horst Winkler brought joy, elegance, and a deep sense of community to Highlands. From his storied beginnings in Germany to his philanthropic spirit in Western North Carolina, his legacy continues to uplift and inspire.
by Erin Estes | Sep 1, 2025 | Lifestyles & Wellness in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC
Feeling drained? These five simple, caffeine-free habits can help restore your energy and support lasting wellness—starting with a glass of water and a
deep breath.
by Erin Estes | Sep 1, 2025 | Lifestyles & Wellness in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC
Anne Buresh Interior Design brings luxury comfort to lakeside cabin. This cabin isn’t just a place to stay in, it’s an experience in being welcomed home.
by Erin Estes | Sep 1, 2025 | Lifestyles & Wellness in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC
Donna Rhodes reminds us that laughter lives in the mountains—where chipmunks, possums, and trout-tanglers deliver daily doses of joy.