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A hundred years after its verdict, the Scopes Monkey Trial, also known as Tennessee v. John Thomas Scopes, remains a cultural touchpoint surrounding the teaching of evolution in schools.
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Cutting the ribbon to open the new exhibits are Charles Gandy, Jason Steinfeld, Lindsay Garner Hostetler, and Amelia Golcheski.
Summer traditions in Western NC
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Visitors have a chance to dive deep into the history of Cashiers, and how the plateau has changed over the years, with the opening of two exhibits at the Cashiers Historical Society.
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Antique show returns to Village Green
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The Cashiers Annual Antique Show has been a community staple for nearly 50 years, showcasing an array of antiques ranging from the 18th to mid-20th century.
And according to Show Promoter Hazel Giles, this year promises to be a vibrant gathering of history and community spirit.
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Legionnaires and volunteers gathered to place flags at veterans’ grave sites at the Highlands Cemetery.
“Thank You for Your Service”
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Wednesday evening, July 2 American Legion Post 370 and several volunteers held its annual ceremony, placing an American flag at veterans’ graves in the Highlands cemetery.
Paul Showalter, Post 370 Commander, addressed the crowd assembled at the 5 p.m.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Ed Larson, historian and Pulitzer Prize winning author | James T. Costa, biologist, author, and Executive Director of the HBS
Evolution, faith and history at CLE
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- By Martha Pearson
CLE Board President
The Highlands-Cashiers Center for Life Enrichment (CLE) welcomes two renowned scholars for four thought-provoking presentations that delve into some of the most enduring questions in American history, science, and society.
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Family-owned jewelry store closing after 73 years in business
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A family-owned jewelry store, the second-oldest retail establishment in Highlands, is closing after more than 73 years in business. The Highlands Gem Shop on South 4th St. has served generations of customers since it opened in 1956 by Archie and Hazel Jellen.
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Garden Soirée benefits HBF
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Tickets are now on sale for the Highland Biological Foundation’s most anticipated event of the year, the Twilight in the Garden Soirée, taking place on Monday, July 28 at 6 p.m.
Thursday, July 3, 2025
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission Law Enforcement Officers will be on the lakes and waterways this weekend enforcing Operation Dry Water.
Operation Dry Water is underway
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In efforts to ensure a safer July 4 holiday experience on the water, the N.C.
Thursday, July 3, 2025
The Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library will remain in the Fontana system for at least the next year before it transitions to a Jackson County facility.
Jackson Co. votes to leave regional library system
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This is one for the books — literally.
Following a series of discussions, Jackson County Board of Commissioners voted to withdraw from the Fontana Regional Library system last week, which in turn has led to much speculation and concern.
Thursday, July 3, 2025
A gathering of artists
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The Bascom: A Center for the Visual Arts will host its annual Community Day on Saturday, July 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Thursday, July 3, 2025