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Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society Assistant Shelter Manager Jodi Henkel, Shelter Manager Kaitlyn Villarreal, family, and CHHS shelter dogs Clyde and Jackie prepare for the Blessing of the Animals.

Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society Assistant Shelter Manager Jodi Henkel, Shelter Manager Kaitlyn Villarreal, family, and CHHS shelter dogs Clyde and Jackie prepare for the Blessing of the Animals.

Blessing the animals

News Staff
Thursday, October 9, 2025
It was a gorgeous Saturday morning on Oct. 4  for the 2025 Cashiers Blessing of the Animals with CHHS shelter pets as well as those who already have forever homes receiving their blessing in the spirit of Saint Francis.
Author David Baldacci signs a copy of his newest book “Strangers in Time” for Becky Harris of Highlands. Baldacci was the guest speaker for the Literacy and Learning Center’s annual “Celebration of Education” fundraiser on Sept. 30. The event included a talk with the author Thursday afternoon at the Performing Arts Center and a VIP Patron Dinner that evening at Old Edwards Club.

Author David Baldacci signs a copy of his newest book “Strangers in Time” for Becky Harris of Highlands. Baldacci was the guest speaker for the Literacy and Learning Center’s annual “Celebration of Education” fundraiser on Sept. 30. The event included a talk with the author Thursday afternoon at the Performing Arts Center and a VIP Patron Dinner that evening at Old Edwards Club.

SUPPORT FOR LITERACY

News Staff
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Author David Baldacci touched on a range of topics – some serious, some humorous – during his talk the afternoon of Sept. 30 as part of the Literacy and Learning Center’s “Celebration of Education” fundraiser. The annual event featured Baldacci’s presentation at 2 p.m.
The Highlands Historical Society previewed a ‘Family Story’ told by sisters Geri James Crowe and Wilma James Gordon.

The Highlands Historical Society previewed a ‘Family Story’ told by sisters Geri James Crowe and Wilma James Gordon.

Deep Roots

News Staff
Friday, October 3, 2025
Roots run deep in Highlands and the ties that bind people together do so despite the years and distance between them.
Contractors are preparing to shore up the road at Bridal Veil Falls.

Contractors are preparing to shore up the road at Bridal Veil Falls.

ROAD CLOSURES BEGIN ON U.S. 64

News Staff
Friday, October 3, 2025
Overnight road closures are underway on U.S. 64 between Highlands and Cashiers and they started Thursday night.  The North Carolina Department of Transportation will be replacing cross pipes on US 64 North from Buck Creek to the Jackson County line. The road will be closed from 7 p.m. until 7 a.m.
Casheirs Cares board members Vicki Rusk, Jan Newton, JoAnne Darby, Maria Chasins, Pam Kerr, Ann Miller,Michele Henderson, Cathy Peacock, Sue Mills, Mary Jane Bills, and Kathie Gamble.

Casheirs Cares board members Vicki Rusk, Jan Newton, JoAnne Darby, Maria Chasins, Pam Kerr, Ann Miller,Michele Henderson, Cathy Peacock, Sue Mills, Mary Jane Bills, and Kathie Gamble.

Cashiers Cares

News Staff
Friday, October 3, 2025
The 4th Cashiers Cares at Trillium Golf Tournament was held on Sept. 15,  a perfect weather day for playing golf.    The  2025 event was the most outstanding yet, raising over $60,000 for 10 charities providing a wide range of  services to citizens of southern Jackson County.
Looking at your garden in another way

Looking at your garden in another way

Looking at your garden in another way

News Staff
Friday, October 3, 2025
As the fall garden continues to buzz with activity, maybe you will consider some tips to prepare for the 2026 Southeast Pollinator Census.
The Highlands Historical Society previewed a ‘Family Story’ told by sisters Geri James Crowe and Wilma James Gordon.

The Highlands Historical Society previewed a ‘Family Story’ told by sisters Geri James Crowe and Wilma James Gordon.

DEEP ROOTS

News Staff
Friday, October 3, 2025
Roots run deep in Highlands and the ties that bind people together do so despite the years and distance between them.
Ordinance sets sights on aggressive solicitation

Ordinance sets sights on aggressive solicitation

Ordinance sets sights on aggressive solicitation

News Staff
Thursday, September 25, 2025
Aggressive merchants along Main Street, be forewarned. Highlands commissioners are updating the town’s ordinance on solicitation and a vote at their next meeting will likely take aim at you. On Thursday, Sept.
Public Open House

Public Open House

Jackson Co. to discuss flood maps Sept. 29

News Staff
Thursday, September 25, 2025
Jackson County residents, business owners and community leaders are invited to attend a public open house to review newly proposed flood maps and learn how updated flood risk data could affect their properties. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 29, from 5:30-7:30 p.m.