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Friends, Old and New
“Friends for Life.” Our organization, Friends for Life, was named after this common expression because we believe that our pets should be sacred members of the family, and live out their lives with their humans. Sadly, this is not always the case. Sometimes unpreventable circumstances may require that a pet be placed with another individual, or in a sanctuary such …
CDF Horses on the World Stage!
The horses of Carpe Diem Farms are making an impact on horses around the globe. If you’ve followed our story throughout the years you’ve heard all about the development of Easy’s Slipper, our patented therapeutic horseshoe that all came about because of our herd, 12 years of research and development, launched last January at the International Hoof Care Summit. On the …
Pine Street and The Land Trust
Conserving valuable land resources for all generations is the mission of Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust. Providing greenspace is part of that mission and some of the 2,600 acres that HCLT protects are open to the public. We are proud to contribute to the success of another very special public greenspace — Kelsey-Hutchinson Park in Highlands. HCLT has a strong history with …
To the Rescue…Again
For the second time in three months, the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society (CHHS) worked with the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) to save the lives of dogs living in deplorable and inhumane conditions. In the pre-dawn hours of January 30, the CHHS Animal Rescue Team was deployed to Shelbyville, Tennessee, to rescue 15 dogs from a horrific cruelty case. The dogs …
The King’s Inn
Perched atop the crest of Fourth Street Hill, King’s Inn commanded a regal view of Main Street and the surrounding forest. Gentle breezes stirred the tall trees chasing away summer’s heat. Many of the Inn’s guests returned annually, spending summers rocking lazily on the wrap-around porches. Originally built as a private home by Monroe Skinner in 1878, it soon housed …
“Madge” Dillard Merrel
Until a few weeks before her death on her 99th birthday, Madge Merrell’s mind was sharp and her memory unbelievable. She could repeat word for word conversations from 70 years in the past. At the Dillard Farmhouse, she was born in 1907, a child of Thomas Allison Dillard and Susan Fugate, both life-long residents of Cashiers. Some of the apple …
Kannie Frances Heaton Knox
Kannie Frances Heaton, named after a Zachary relative, was born September 8, 1879, in Cashiers Valley, the sixth child of Hannibal Heaton and Louisa Emmelie Zachary. When Kannie was age 18, her mother committed suicide by hanging herself inside a barn. Shortly after the death of her mother, Kannie’s father and some of her siblings moved to the Ellijay section …
Milling Around Highlands
In the mid ‘70s James Shepherd moved from Colombia, South America, to accept a position as principal at Highlands School. His response to how he liked Highlands still stands out in my mind: “It’s great, but I’ve never seen so many trees!” Trees have long been one of our greatest resources, providing us with a source of pride and revenue. From …
History in the Macon
What do we Maconites have in common with Bibb County, Georgia? Answer: Nathaniel Macon, a North Carolina Congressman who served 1791 to 1828. The city of Macon, Georgia, and the county of Macon, North Carolina, both bear his name. Residents of that statesman’s constituency traveled south to settle in Central Georgia. They named the area in Macon’s tribute. Why did they …
Do I Need a Coach?
Have you noticed that there are more and more ads and articles about Health Coaching and Nutritional Counseling? Culturally, we are seeing a trend toward achieving better health and vitality through natural means — nutrition, detoxification, supplements, gluten-free, vegan, paleo, and many, many other “plans” to get healthy. A strong foundation is required for these protocols to work. The gimmicks are …
Co-Existing with Wildlife
A wounded buck limped into my yard last week. I recognized his distinctive rack. He was part of a small herd that frequents the wooded ridge on which I live. Deer have been scarce since last year’s logging of adjacent property. It was unusual to see him at all, let alone solo in broad daylight. His rear left leg was …
Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors
Religion is the underpinning of the Town of Highlands. From the earliest days of Highlands, religion has played a major role in the character of the town. According to historical accounts, the Methodists were the first folks to build a house of worship here. As you enter Highlands from the west you will see the First Baptist Church on the …
