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Highlands recognized four seniors against Hiwassee Dam.

Highlands recognized four seniors against Hiwassee Dam.

HHS volleyball falls on Senior Night

News Staff
Thursday, October 12, 2023
With an audience sea of pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Highlands Volleyball’s blue and gold faced Hiwassee Dam’s blue and white Thursday. Highlands left with an unfortunate 3-0 loss on Senior Night. Following a JV win against Hiwassee Dam, Highlands paused to congratulate its senior class.
Bear encounters tend to increase in the fall as the animals search for food in preparation for the lean winter months.

Bear encounters tend to increase in the fall as the animals search for food in preparation for the lean winter months.

Being more bear aware

News Staff
Thursday, October 12, 2023
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission has been ebbing back protections for the black bear, a neighbor some see as a nuisance, but others see as misunderstood animals worth protecting.

Author Williams delivers Carpenter Lecture

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
According to a growing field of research, being outside and surrounding yourself with nature can positively impact physical, mental, and emotional health. Stress levels and depression may be lowered, along with risks of associated diseases.
Highlands knocked off Blue Ridge 3-1 in a conference volleyball match.

Highlands knocked off Blue Ridge 3-1 in a conference volleyball match.

Volleyball beats Blue Ridge 3-1

News Staff
Thursday, October 5, 2023
Last Thursday saw Highlands face off against Blue Ridge in a home varsity volleyball game. The Bobcats faced a rocky start before finding momentum late in the game, albeit too late to halt a Highlander victory. With a home court advantage, the Highlanders came out with a fury.
The Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation is looking to develop the Oakmont Property in Cashiers.

The Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation is looking to develop the Oakmont Property in Cashiers.

Health Foundation seeking developer for workforce housing

News Staff
Thursday, October 5, 2023
The Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation is looking for a developer to work on its Oakmont property in Cashiers and bring more workforce housing to the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. The Oakmont property is an 8.
Members of the Cullasaja Women’s Outreach raised $335,000 for local nonprofit groups.

Members of the Cullasaja Women’s Outreach raised $335,000 for local nonprofit groups.

Cullasaja Women's Outreach awards grants

News Staff
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Cullasaja Women’s Outreach recently announced the results of its 2023 fundraising campaign. The independent collective of 99 women, focused on local philanthropy, is awarding $355,000 in grants to Highlands and Cashiers area not-for-profit organizations.
Jeffrey Lofton will share his new book “Red Clay Suzie” during author talk events at Albert-Carlton Cashiers Library and Hudson Library in Highlands.

Jeffrey Lofton will share his new book “Red Clay Suzie” during author talk events at Albert-Carlton Cashiers Library and Hudson Library in Highlands.

Lofton telling his story

News Staff
Thursday, September 28, 2023
On Friday, Fontana Regional Library will host author Jeffrey D. Lofton at Cashiers and Highlands. Lofton will be discussing his book “Red Clay Suzie,” a book that draws inspiration from Lofton’s personal experiences growing up as an outsider. Lofton will appear at the Cashiers library at 1 p.m.
The Highlands Visitors Center and Chamber of Commerce office on Main Street will continue to serve in that capacity following a lease renewal.

The Highlands Visitors Center and Chamber of Commerce office on Main Street will continue to serve in that capacity following a lease renewal.

Chamber lease extended, discussions to continue

News Staff
Thursday, September 28, 2023
The Highlands Board of Commissioners gathered last week for the its regularly scheduled monthly meeting. The agenda notably included the current Chamber of Commerce lease, sidewalk construction along Highway 106, and Sanctuary on First before the commissioners held a closed session on Huff v.
The Highlands Town Board hosted a workshop session prior to the regularly scheduled September meeting on Thursday.

The Highlands Town Board hosted a workshop session prior to the regularly scheduled September meeting on Thursday.

Town board hosts first workshop, reviews signs

News Staff
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Highlands commissioners have added a new meeting, an hour-long discussion, to their agenda with an inaugural session last week. These workshops will be an informational period where commissioners will discuss items that may be voted on at the following month’s town hall.
Highlands varsity volleyball dropped a 3-0 decision to Murphy on Sept. 14.

Highlands varsity volleyball dropped a 3-0 decision to Murphy on Sept. 14.

Highlands volleyball falls to league rival Murphy

News Staff
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Highlands varsity volleyball was served a quick 3-0 loss Thursday, Sept. 14 in a home game against Murphy. Highlands had a decent start to the game before momentum tapered off. The first set stayed fairly close with Highlands taking a 25-17 loss.