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Laurel’s Cover Contest

The stark beauty of winter beckons the inner photographer in us all to take a few moments in the quiet beauty of nature, trying to capture the beauty of the moment so we can carry it with us throughout the year.  From the bright red flash of a Cardinal or holly berry against the barren trees, to expansive sunrises and …

Local Love

As locals, we all know that living near the Plateau is a real blessing.  Another glad tiding for those of us living in Macon, Jackson, Transylvania, or Rabun counties is the return of Old Edwards Inn and Spa’s “We Love Locals” winter promotion. The promotion will kick off early this year as the Fitness Center welcomes you to attend any …

Game of Thrones

While “Party Poopers,” “Redneck Wishing Well,” and “Who Cut The Cheese?” may sound like slightly off-color party games, they are, in fact, team names for participants in the annual Sapphire Valley Resort Outhouse Race, held this year on Saturday, February 16.  Festivities begin at 11:00 A.M. at the Sapphire Valley Resort. This event draws spectators from across the Southeast to …


Have an ice day

Highlands is blessed to have many amenities not often seen in tiny mountain communities.  Thanks to the generosity of a host of people, we have a year-round pool, a skate park, and an ice skating rink, among others. If you’ve never before had the opportunity to fly around the ice, Highlands is the perfect place to try it.  There are …

Cashiers Library

Synchronized with the multitude of New Year’s resolutions made at the start of 2019, Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library is hosting a series of workshops designed to help participants achieve their personal health and wellness goals. Health Coach Patty Smith, who holds a master’s degree from International Health Coach University and boasts extensive health coach training from the Institute of Integrative …

Hudson Heats Up Winter

It used to be that winter was the “slow” time of year at Hudson Library – not so anymore! As part of a Makerspace Grant received by Fontana Regional Library, the Hudson has been able to purchase some useful new gadgets.  A lot of these are educational tools for the kiddos, including building kits, robots, and 3D pens, that are …


The Bascom’s Winter Exhibitions

The new year brings a pair of annual exhibits to The Bascom.  Both in their fifth year, the Winter Resident Artist Program, and the expanding Western Carolina University Student Exhibition will proudly be on display at The Bascom. The Bascom’s Winter Resident Artist Program, WRAP, calls on students or faculty from the surrounding universities to submit site-specific installation proposals for …

A Place of Myriad Possibilities

Claim your spot in the majestic North Carolina mountains on this four-acre home site located high in the clouds.  Commune with the eagles as you relax in the warm winter sun on the large decks that offer panoramic views in multiple directions.  On cool clear nights, watch the moonlight dance across Lake Sequoyah, or checkout the sunrise as it highlights …

Cashiers Promotes Walkability

In support of its pedestrian mobility and safety strategic initiative, the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce recently funded a topographical survey related to the installation of an “inner loop” sidewalk from the Crossroads south on NC 107 to Frank Allen Road, west to US 64 and east to NC 107.  This financial underwriting further demonstrates the business league’s leadership and …


The Deerest of Donations

For more than 20 years, High Country Furniture & Design in Waynesville has been providing residents of the Plateau with beautiful furniture and accessories for your home. They pride themselves on their wide and eclectic selection, as they should. High Country is the place to go to find that perfect piece. Whether it’s for the living room, dining room or …

Building Better Businesses

When Chamber of Commerce members up their game with seminars jam-packed with the latest business strategies, tools, and innovations, the pay-off comes home to Highlands in a big way.  Businesses benefit.  Customers receive better services, products, and opportunities.  Employees’ resumes’ and paychecks ratchet upward.  And the town attracts more visitors and patrons.  Each improvement supports the next, all the way …

Easy’s Slippers ARE our Stockings

This is the most wonderful time of the year.  The lights, the celebrations, the weather all make it so.  It has been the most wonderful year at Carpe Diem Farms and our gratitude abounds for all the blessings we have experienced.  The participants in our programs and activities, visitors who have taken time to stop by for a tour, old …