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Jeffrey Lofton will share his new book “Red Clay Suzie” during author talk events at Albert-Carlton Cashiers Library and Hudson Library in Highlands.

Jeffrey Lofton will share his new book “Red Clay Suzie” during author talk events at Albert-Carlton Cashiers Library and Hudson Library in Highlands.

Lofton telling his story

News Staff
Thursday, September 28, 2023
On Friday, Fontana Regional Library will host author Jeffrey D. Lofton at Cashiers and Highlands. Lofton will be discussing his book “Red Clay Suzie,” a book that draws inspiration from Lofton’s personal experiences growing up as an outsider. Lofton will appear at the Cashiers library at 1 p.m.
The Highlands Visitors Center and Chamber of Commerce office on Main Street will continue to serve in that capacity following a lease renewal.

The Highlands Visitors Center and Chamber of Commerce office on Main Street will continue to serve in that capacity following a lease renewal.

Chamber lease extended, discussions to continue

News Staff
Thursday, September 28, 2023
The Highlands Board of Commissioners gathered last week for the its regularly scheduled monthly meeting. The agenda notably included the current Chamber of Commerce lease, sidewalk construction along Highway 106, and Sanctuary on First before the commissioners held a closed session on Huff v.
The Highlands Town Board hosted a workshop session prior to the regularly scheduled September meeting on Thursday.

The Highlands Town Board hosted a workshop session prior to the regularly scheduled September meeting on Thursday.

Town board hosts first workshop, reviews signs

News Staff
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Highlands commissioners have added a new meeting, an hour-long discussion, to their agenda with an inaugural session last week. These workshops will be an informational period where commissioners will discuss items that may be voted on at the following month’s town hall.
Vickie Betts, a board member at TLLC, volunteers with middle school students.

Vickie Betts, a board member at TLLC, volunteers with middle school students.

TLLC spotlights local volunteer

News Staff
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Vickie Betts, both a board member and dedicated volunteer tutor at The Literacy and Learning Center, possesses a deep passion for education and takes great joy in assisting students in reaching their fullest potential.
Lamont Landers plays during Porchfest at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park.

Lamont Landers plays during Porchfest at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park.

Porchfest packs local venues

Ryan Hanchett
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Nervous eyes to the sky gave way to the sights and sounds of one of Highlands largest fall festivals on Sunday.
Bull rider Gus Teeter has worked his way up through junior rodeo and recently placed in the top 10 at the Junior National Finals.

Bull rider Gus Teeter has worked his way up through junior rodeo and recently placed in the top 10 at the Junior National Finals.

Teeter taking no bull

News Staff
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Gus Teeter, a regional youth bull rider, is taking steps to help secure his dreams of competing as a professional bull rider. Teeter has become increasingly accomplished as a young rider. Teeter recently placed 12th in the Wrangler Youth Bull Rider Finals in Abilene, Texas.

Porchfest back for third year

Ryan Hanchett
Thursday, September 14, 2023
Throughout the year, the Center for Life Enrichment throws open its doors inside the Peggy Crosby Center to welcome the public for all sorts of learning opportunities. From political discussions, to historical lectures, to wine tastings – CLE does it all.
Bowls provided by The Bascom will be filled with soup in support of the Highlands Food Pantry.

Bowls provided by The Bascom will be filled with soup in support of the Highlands Food Pantry.

Empty Bowls fundraiser set for Sept. 24

News Staff
Thursday, September 14, 2023
The Highlands Food Pantry will hold their 12th annual Empty Bowls fundraiser Sunday, Sept. 24. The event will run from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and it will be at First Presbyterian Church of Highlands. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online at internationalfriendshipcenter.
Representatives from Highlands Festivals Inc. and Sky Valley-Scaly Mountain Fire and Rescue gathered to exchange a $20,000 donation check that will help the department buy a new truck.

Representatives from Highlands Festivals Inc. and Sky Valley-Scaly Mountain Fire and Rescue gathered to exchange a $20,000 donation check that will help the department buy a new truck.

Highlands Festivals Inc donates to SVSM Fire and Rescue

News Staff
Thursday, September 14, 2023
On Sept. 5, Sky Valley-Scaly Mountain Volunteer Fire and Rescue received a donation of $20,000 thanks to Highlands Festivals, Inc. The donation is a significant portion of proceeds from the 2023 Bear Shadow Festival, which occurred in April. It represents “Highlands Festivals Inc.
Harry McDonald, President of the Highlands Historical Society, and Dazzling Dahlia Festival organizers handed out ribbons in multiple categories during a break in the action at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park on Saturday.

Harry McDonald, President of the Highlands Historical Society, and Dazzling Dahlia Festival organizers handed out ribbons in multiple categories during a break in the action at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park on Saturday.

Dahlias dazzle spectators

News Staff
Thursday, September 14, 2023
The 13th Annual Dazzling Dahlia Festival was a success over the weekend. The Bascom Center for Visual Arts kicked things off with a poster party that featured signature dahlia cocktails and the poster artist Megan Gaillour on Thursday night.