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Food pantries report high need

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Fishes & Loaves in Cashiers and Highlands Emergency Council and Highlands Food Pantry have all reported need for assistance as food pantry numbers continue to rise.

Brookings opens new location

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Brookings Anglers has had a few weeks in their new location nestled on Cashiers Lake behind Cornucopia. The fly tying outdoor shop officially opened their Blue Line Bar last week.

Turning festivals into funds

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Highlands’ two largest festivals generated more than $5 million in economic impact in 2023 according to a study conducted by Western Carolina University.

Summit Charter delivers with food drive

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A flatbed truck backed up to Fishes & Loaves temporary shelter Monday, delivering around 3,000 items, or an estimated ton and a half, of supplies from Summit Charter School.

BGCP hosts high school seniors

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The Boys and Girls Club of the Plateau and Vision Cashiers hosted seniors from Blue Ridge Early College and Summit Charter School for a day-long seminar to help equip soon-to-be graduates for life

Team Rubicon descends on The Mountain

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With the sound of chainsaws echoing through the valley below, volunteers with Team Rubicon pushed their way through heavy brush encircling The Mountain Retreat and Learning Center.

Summer concert lineups unveiled

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Whether you enjoy the fast-paced pickin’ of a banjo, 1980’s pop hits, or the classic rock tunes of the 1960’s, Highlands will be the place to be this summer when the areas two outdoor concerts seri