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Local writers Pippa and Andry Seichrist will introduce their recently-released memoir on Tuesday, June 24 at 2 p.m.

Local writers Pippa and Andry Seichrist will introduce their recently-released memoir on Tuesday, June 24 at 2 p.m.

Author Talk at Hudson Library

News Staff
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Local writers Pippa and Andry Seichrist will introduce their recently-released memoir, My Life Before: A Memoir of a Family Created Through Adoption, on Tuesday,  June 24 at 2 p.m.  at the Hudson Library in Highlands.  Books will be available for purchase and signing at this free program.
Classics in the Park is the centerpiece of the Highlands Motoring Festival happening this weekend at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park.

Classics in the Park is the centerpiece of the Highlands Motoring Festival happening this weekend at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park.

Highlands Motoring Festival rolls into town

News Staff
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Enthusiasts of classic cars travel to museums all over America to see the best of the best.  On June 14 some of these museums are sending classic cars to Highlands.
David and Kelly Feist search for debris on the lake with volunteer Ike Eichhorn.

David and Kelly Feist search for debris on the lake with volunteer Ike Eichhorn.

Friends of Lake Glenville

News Staff
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Community members gathered at Lake Glenville this weekend for the annual Lake Glenville clean up.   “We’re stewards of the lake,” said Tom Albert, director of special events for Friends of Lake Glenville and organizer of this year’s cleanup.
Highlands Food & Wine Festival

Highlands Food & Wine Festival

Highlands Food & Wine Festival

News Staff
Thursday, June 5, 2025
The 10th annual Highlands Food & Wine festival taking place Nov. 13-16 will feature headliners The Wallflowers, Railroad Earth, Blind Boys of Alabama and The Psycodel­ics, according to Highlands Festivals, Inc.
Amber Mull officially opens the brewery’s doors with her husband Eric Cahill and Chamber Executive Director Kay McHan.

Amber Mull officially opens the brewery’s doors with her husband Eric Cahill and Chamber Executive Director Kay McHan.

New brewery is focused on community

News Staff
Thursday, June 5, 2025
A new brewery is ready to serve the community in the heart of the Highlands with the opening of Western Carolina Brew and Wine. Spearheaded by owner and managing partner Amber Mull, the latest business to grace the plateau is not just about brewing beer, but cultivating community spirit as well.

New Executive Director at Highlands Chamber

News Staff
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Highlands Chamber of Commerce has found its new Executive Director in Johanna Fein, who is ready to step up to her new responsibility and serve the Highlands community. She will assume her new role on July 1. “I just want the best for this town,” said Fein.
Author Elizabeth Engelhardt discusses her book “Boardinghouse Women” with attendees.

Author Elizabeth Engelhardt discusses her book “Boardinghouse Women” with attendees.

Southern hospitality

News Staff
Thursday, June 5, 2025
In partnership with Highlands Historical Society, author Elizabeth Engelhardt visited the area last week to talk about her book, “Boardinghouse Women”, in which she discussed the cultural importance of them.
Bonnie Claxton will lead the first Zahner Lecture series on June 12 at 6 p.m.

Bonnie Claxton will lead the first Zahner Lecture series on June 12 at 6 p.m.

Zahner Lecture Series returns

News Staff
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
The Zahner Conservation Lecture Series, a beloved summer tradition dating back to the 1930s, hosted by the Highlands Biological Foun­dation (HBF) returns to Highlands this week. Named in honor of Dr.
Groovin’ on the Green is in full swing at The Village Green in Cashiers. The next concert is scheduled for June 20 featuring Commordore Fox.

Groovin’ on the Green is in full swing at The Village Green in Cashiers. The next concert is scheduled for June 20 featuring Commordore Fox.

Groovin’ on the Green

News Staff
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Every year the Village Green proudly serves as a vibrant center of festivity and music with Groovin’ on the Green, a summer concert series that brings the community together for a special evening of entertainment.