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The Literacy and Learning Center in Highlands is starting a Pre-K program.

The Literacy and Learning Center in Highlands is starting a Pre-K program.

TLLC to start Pre-K program

Ryan Hanchett
Thursday, June 8, 2023
Stepping up to fill the education gap. That has been at the heart of The Literacy and Learning Center’s mission since the organization opened its doors for the first time.
Jeb Bring, of Highlands, receives his diploma during Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School’s commencement ceremony on May 21.

Jeb Bring, of Highlands, receives his diploma during Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School’s commencement ceremony on May 21.

Rabun Gap celebrates accomplished class of 2023

News Staff
Thursday, June 1, 2023
Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School hosted its 120th Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 21, celebrating one of the School’s largest and most accomplished graduating classes.
Highlands 2023 graduates put on their caps prior to receiving their diplomas during Saturday’s commencement ceremony.

Highlands 2023 graduates put on their caps prior to receiving their diplomas during Saturday’s commencement ceremony.

Class of 2023 crosses the stage

Ryan Hanchett
Thursday, June 1, 2023
Highlands’ class of 2023 graduates entered quietly on Saturday morning, but they left with a roar. For the graduates who were conferred their diplomas on a stage set up in the new gym, the commencement ceremony marked the closing of one chapter in life and the beginning of a new adventure.
Highlands PD officers recovered methamphetamine, cash, and firearms during an investigation that led to the arrest of Robert Roland Anderson.

Highlands PD officers recovered methamphetamine, cash, and firearms during an investigation that led to the arrest of Robert Roland Anderson.

HPD makes drug arrest

News Staff
Thursday, June 1, 2023
A report of suspicious activity by members of the community led Highlands Police Officers to make a narcotics-related arrest on Thursday, May 25. Following the tip, Highlands Police officers were able to secure a search warrant to enter a local residence.
Chuck Leavell will be among the performers at the Highlands Food and Wine Festival from Nov. 9-12.

Chuck Leavell will be among the performers at the Highlands Food and Wine Festival from Nov. 9-12.

Highlands Food and Wine unveils entertainment lineup

News Staff
Thursday, June 1, 2023
The 7th annual Highlands Food and Wine Festival taking place Nov. 9-12, will feature headliners End of the Line, Grace Potter and The War & Treaty, plus famed keyboardist Chuck Leavell returning to Highlands for an intimate performance. Tickets will go on sale Thursday, June 15 at 12 p.m.
Highlands’ Aislynn Wyatt-Luck looks for a teammate during a game against Mount Airy.

Highlands’ Aislynn Wyatt-Luck looks for a teammate during a game against Mount Airy.

Soccer season ends in Mount Airy

Ryan Hanchett
Thursday, May 25, 2023
Highlands nearly pulled off a stunning upset. Only a literal last-minute goal ended the rally and sent Mount Airy into the third round of the NC High School Athletic Association 1-A state playoffs on Thursday night.
The Highlands Motoring Festival will field a full schedule of events June 8-11.

The Highlands Motoring Festival will field a full schedule of events June 8-11.

Motoring Fest rolls into town June 8-11

News Staff
Thursday, May 25, 2023
Every year the Highlands Motoring Festival rolls into Highlands during the second week in June. For 2023, the four day festival runs from June 8 through June 11. During the week, some of the finest classic cars in existence will be seen in and around Highlands.
Members of Highlands Fire and Rescue turned out in their formal uniforms for the dedication and grand opening of the new fire station on Franklin Road on Friday afternoon.

Members of Highlands Fire and Rescue turned out in their formal uniforms for the dedication and grand opening of the new fire station on Franklin Road on Friday afternoon.

Fire station opens to rave reviews

Ryan Hanchett
Thursday, May 25, 2023
A new era began at Highlands Fire and Rescue on Friday. With a large crowd of supporters gathered in the parking lot, the new fire station on Franklin Road was officially dedicated and opened for business.
There will be a public hearing on the proposed fiscal year budget on June 1.

There will be a public hearing on the proposed fiscal year budget on June 1.

Town commissioners receive final 2023-24 budget draft

Ryan Hanchett
Thursday, May 25, 2023
After three months of workshops, special meetings, and a retreat, the Town of Highlands unveiled its proposed 2023-24 operating budget on Thursday night. The total budget is $32,011,478.
Highlands’ Aislynn Wyatt-Luck chases down Elkins midfielder Jade Bravo (5) during their NC High School Athletic Association 1-A State Playoff game on Monday night.

Highlands’ Aislynn Wyatt-Luck chases down Elkins midfielder Jade Bravo (5) during their NC High School Athletic Association 1-A State Playoff game on Monday night.

Highlands drops Elkins 7-0 in state playoffs

Ryan Hanchett
Thursday, May 18, 2023
Highlands opened the NC High School Athletic Association 1-A state playoffs with a flourish on Monday night. The Highlanders scored three goals in the first 18 minutes of action and cruised to a 7-0 win over Elkins.