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One-stop early voting for the 2023 municipal election started Thursday.

One-stop early voting for the 2023 municipal election started Thursday.

Commissioner candidates gather for forum

Ryan Hanchett
Thursday, October 19, 2023
The five candidates running for Highlands Board of Commissioners sat down together for a candidate forum sponsored by Highlanders for Good Government on Tuesday night.
Jordan Vaughn credits the staff at Highlands Cashiers Hospital for helping her regain quality of life while battling dystonia.

Jordan Vaughn credits the staff at Highlands Cashiers Hospital for helping her regain quality of life while battling dystonia.

Patient credits HCH for better quality of life

News Staff
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Jordan Vaughn, 22, has been battling dystonia and seizures since she was 14. However, Vaughn credits new treatment at Highlands-Cashiers Hospital with a better quality of life.
Highlands School expansion moved one step forward during the Oct. county commissioners meeting.

Highlands School expansion moved one step forward during the Oct. county commissioners meeting.

Highlands School project advances with new bid process

News Staff
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Months after the Macon County Board of Commissioners rejected the lone bid for one phase of the Highlands School renovation project due to inflated costs, the county will seek an alternative route forward. At its Oct.
A young couple gets more than they bargain for in the Rocky Horror Picture Show.

A young couple gets more than they bargain for in the Rocky Horror Picture Show.

Rocky Horror Picture Show debuts

News Staff
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Come up to the lab and see what’s on the slab at Rocky Horror, Mountain Theatre Company’s latest production. Rocky Horror is a stage production paying homage to the sci-fi, horror, and low-budget b-movies of the mid 1900s.
Highlands recognized four seniors against Hiwassee Dam.

Highlands recognized four seniors against Hiwassee Dam.

HHS volleyball falls on Senior Night

News Staff
Thursday, October 12, 2023
With an audience sea of pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Highlands Volleyball’s blue and gold faced Hiwassee Dam’s blue and white Thursday. Highlands left with an unfortunate 3-0 loss on Senior Night. Following a JV win against Hiwassee Dam, Highlands paused to congratulate its senior class.
Bear encounters tend to increase in the fall as the animals search for food in preparation for the lean winter months.

Bear encounters tend to increase in the fall as the animals search for food in preparation for the lean winter months.

Being more bear aware

News Staff
Thursday, October 12, 2023
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission has been ebbing back protections for the black bear, a neighbor some see as a nuisance, but others see as misunderstood animals worth protecting.

Author Williams delivers Carpenter Lecture

News Staff
Thursday, October 12, 2023
According to a growing field of research, being outside and surrounding yourself with nature can positively impact physical, mental, and emotional health. Stress levels and depression may be lowered, along with risks of associated diseases.
Highlands knocked off Blue Ridge 3-1 in a conference volleyball match.

Highlands knocked off Blue Ridge 3-1 in a conference volleyball match.

Volleyball beats Blue Ridge 3-1

News Staff
Thursday, October 5, 2023
Last Thursday saw Highlands face off against Blue Ridge in a home varsity volleyball game. The Bobcats faced a rocky start before finding momentum late in the game, albeit too late to halt a Highlander victory. With a home court advantage, the Highlanders came out with a fury.
The Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation is looking to develop the Oakmont Property in Cashiers.

The Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation is looking to develop the Oakmont Property in Cashiers.

Health Foundation seeking developer for workforce housing

News Staff
Thursday, October 5, 2023
The Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation is looking for a developer to work on its Oakmont property in Cashiers and bring more workforce housing to the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. The Oakmont property is an 8.
Members of the Cullasaja Women’s Outreach raised $335,000 for local nonprofit groups.

Members of the Cullasaja Women’s Outreach raised $335,000 for local nonprofit groups.

Cullasaja Women's Outreach awards grants

News Staff
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Cullasaja Women’s Outreach recently announced the results of its 2023 fundraising campaign. The independent collective of 99 women, focused on local philanthropy, is awarding $355,000 in grants to Highlands and Cashiers area not-for-profit organizations.