October 2016

Eugenia’s Journey
Maria Eugenia Carrasco came to Highlands in 1971 at the age of 17 as an exchange student from Mexico City. She had already graduated high school but could speak no […]

Itsy Bitsy’s Bum Rap
Walking into the woods in my backyard this morning, I feel the unmistakable sticky, spindly feeling that only comes from walking into a spider web. Stretched across the trail are […]

Burlingame Bingo
On August 4, Burlingame Country Club and surrounding business owners and residents came together to raise over $25,000 to benefit T. C. Henderson Elementary School in Toxaway. Our Designer Purse Bingo […]
The Perils of PPIs
Proton Pump Inhibitors are popular drugs to treat peptic ulcers, GERD and indigestion. These strong anti-acids – Nexium, Prilosec, Protonix, Prevacid, and Aciphex – have also been associated with […]

The American Crow
This large venerable bird is widespread and common in North America, a large passerine or songbird, second only in size to the equally venerable Common Raven. Crows like what people […]

What a Ride!
Carpe Diem Farms is approaching its 25th anniversary January 27, 2017, the date it received its 501c3 not-for-profit status. It has been an incredible journey, “Exploring the human potential through […]
Spinal Stenosis Causes, Symptoms & Solutions
Spinal Stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal usually caused by degeneration of the spine. Stenosis is more common in those over age 50 and can be associated […]

Classic Chunk Shot
Some of the ugliest shots I’ve ever hit and seen golfers attempt is the full shot out of a fairway bunker. The margin of error is much smaller than hitting […]

Brothers & Sisters, Rejoice!
Big Brothers Big Sisters is an amazing organization that helps young people reach their full potential through interactions with mentors who provide support and encouragement when it is needed most. […]