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The hit musical Jersey Boys will kick off the Mountain Theatre Company’s 2023 season, following a sold-out run in 2022.

The hit musical Jersey Boys will kick off the Mountain Theatre Company’s 2023 season, following a sold-out run in 2022.

MTC unveils Mainstage lineup

Ryan Hanchett
Thursday, February 9, 2023
A familiar musical, a brand new production, and a cult classic highlight the Mountain Theatre Company’s upcoming 2023 Mainstage Season. Following a sold-out run in 2022, MTC has decided to bring the smash hit Jersey Boys back for a second round of shows beginning in June.
The Town of Highlands is seeking a new town attorney.

The Town of Highlands is seeking a new town attorney.

Commissioners begin process of hiring attorney

Ryan Hanchett
Thursday, February 9, 2023
The Town of Highlands Board of Commissioners got the ball rolling toward hiring a new town attorney on Friday afternoon. The board convened for a specially called meeting to go over the hiring process for the attorney position. Former town attorney Jay Coward resigned on Jan.
Highlands’ James Earp defends Blue Ridge forward Ethan Henson during their game on Friday night.

Highlands’ James Earp defends Blue Ridge forward Ethan Henson during their game on Friday night.

Highlands takes two from Blue Ridge

Ryan Hanchett
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Highlands’ depth proved to be the difference in a 59-52 win over archrival Blue Ridge on Friday night. The Highlanders got contributions from 10 different players in the hard-fought contest, thanks in part to there not being a junior varsity game.
Snow Fest, presented by the Highlands Chamber of Commerce, filled Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park with visitors on Saturday and Sunday.

Snow Fest, presented by the Highlands Chamber of Commerce, filled Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park with visitors on Saturday and Sunday.

Snow Fest shines in year two

Ryan Hanchett
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Bigger and better. That was the goal of the Highlands Chamber of Commerce and Visit Highlands NC when planning got underway for the second annual Snow Fest at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park. As Saturday and Sunday showed, the festival was a “mission accomplished.
Election workers test equipment during a simulation.

Election workers test equipment during a simulation.

No equipment issues during election simulation

News Staff
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Macon County’s first wholesale election hardware change in nearly two decades passed its big test last week. The election simulation with the HART Verity Touch Writer ballot counters was originally scheduled to take up to three days starting Jan. 25.
Three straight days of below freezing temps caused multiple issues in Highlands immediately after Christmas.

Three straight days of below freezing temps caused multiple issues in Highlands immediately after Christmas.

Mayor applauds town staff for weather response

Ryan Hanchett
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Highlands Mayor Patrick Taylor hears a lot of criticism. More than he would ever care to hear for sure. Like most elected officials, Taylor is usually good about letting those remarks roll off his back.
The 2023-24 school calendars for Highlands and Franklin were unveiled Monday night.

The 2023-24 school calendars for Highlands and Franklin were unveiled Monday night.

Board of Education approves 2023-24 calendars

News Staff
Thursday, January 26, 2023
A first semester ending days before Christmas, spring break the first week of April and a start date complying with state law are some parts of the 2023-24 Franklin area and Highlands school calendars unanimously approved by the Macon County Board of Education on Monday night.
The snow tube merry-go-round will be back in action when Snow Fest at 4118 takes over Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park this weekend.

The snow tube merry-go-round will be back in action when Snow Fest at 4118 takes over Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park this weekend.

Second annual Snow Fest set for two-day showcase

Ryan Hanchett
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Winter has set in across the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. Not that anyone who has ventured outside in the frigid morning air needs any reminder. But with the onset of winter comes one of Highlands newest events, which is sure to bring back warm memories of snow days spent outdoors.
The snow tube merry-go-round will be back in action when Snow Fest at 4118 takes over Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park this weekend.

The snow tube merry-go-round will be back in action when Snow Fest at 4118 takes over Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park this weekend.

Second annual Snow Fest set for two-day showcase

Ryan Hanchett
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Winter has set in across the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. Not that anyone who has ventured outside in the frigid morning air needs any reminder. But with the onset of winter comes one of Highlands newest events, which is sure to bring back warm memories of snow days spent outdoors.
Broken water pipes in the ceiling caused damage throughout the Peggy Crosby Center and the Literacy and Learning Center.

Broken water pipes in the ceiling caused damage throughout the Peggy Crosby Center and the Literacy and Learning Center.

Nonprofits dealing with flooding effects

News Staff
Thursday, January 12, 2023
Multiple Highlands locations are temporarily closed due to water damage caused by broken pipes, these locations include the Literacy and Learning Center and the Peggy Crosby Center which houses multiple community organizations such as the International Friendship Center, the Counseling Center of...