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Photo by Christopher Lugo/Staff A volunteer takes wreaths to be placed on veterans’ headstones.

Photo by Christopher Lugo/Staff A volunteer takes wreaths to be placed on veterans’ headstones.

Wreaths Across America 2021

Highlander Editor
Thursday, December 23, 2021
Rain pelted locals last Saturday at Highlands Cemetery as they placed wreaths on the graves of veterans as a part of Wreaths Across America 2021. The day began at noon in the Highlands Community Building with a ceremony.
Photo by Christopher Lugo/Staff HHS junior Bella Wilson fights for a layup in the Lady Highlander’s win against Hayesville, Friday night.

Photo by Christopher Lugo/Staff HHS junior Bella Wilson fights for a layup in the Lady Highlander’s win against Hayesville, Friday night.

HHS splits on Friday night

Highlander Editor
Thursday, December 16, 2021
The Highlands School varsity basketball teams split in a matchup between Hayesville, Friday night. With the split, both teams are now 2-4 for the season.
Photo by Christopher Lugo/Staff Betty Chrestman is a Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist. Unfurled Massage and Bodywork is now open beside the Blue Bike Cafe.

Photo by Christopher Lugo/Staff Betty Chrestman is a Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist. Unfurled Massage and Bodywork is now open beside the Blue Bike Cafe.

New massage therapy studio open in Highlands

Highlander Editor
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Cashiers local Betty Chrestman has achieved her dream of opening her own massage therapy studio in Highlands, Unfurl Massage and Bodywork. After traveling from New York, to Savannah, Ga., and having a baby, Chrestman said it was time to settle down.

WCU professor explains Supreme Court’s decision

Highlander Editor
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Western Carolina University’s Dr. Christopher Cooper explained that the Supreme Court’s decision for delaying the primary election has everything to do with how the lines were drawn during redistricting. “The maps were passed, and our Governor does not have veto power over maps,” Cooper said.
HCBOR Director John Muir said currently in the Town of Highlands limits as of Dec. 14, there are only 39 homes on the market.

HCBOR Director John Muir said currently in the Town of Highlands limits as of Dec. 14, there are only 39 homes on the market.

Real estate market in Highlands still going strong

Highlander Editor
Thursday, December 16, 2021
It’s been another long year in Highlands and according to local real estate agents, it has been another big year for the real estate market. Terry Potts with Country Club Properties said this was the best year he has ever had.
Photo by Christopher Lugo/Staff On Monday, the Town of Highlands planning board met to discuss a draft proposal given to them by the town’s attorney and the working group tasked with finding a solution to the short-term rental situation the town is facing.

Photo by Christopher Lugo/Staff On Monday, the Town of Highlands planning board met to discuss a draft proposal given to them by the town’s attorney and the working group tasked with finding a solution to the short-term rental situation the town is facing.

Planning board hosts workshop to discuss STR draft proposal

Highlander Editor
Thursday, December 16, 2021
On Monday, the Town of Highlands planning board met to discuss a draft proposal given to them by the town’s attorney and the working group tasked with finding a solution to the short-term rental situation the town is facing.
Photo by Christopher Lugo/Staff The group of 12 students includes Scout Allen, Gus Winkler, Rachel Maurnus, Noa Meiri, Hannah Obenaus, Daniela Zarate, Eva Kinney, Alex Hubbs, Vy Pham, Rachel Lopez, Grace Kinder and Chloe Hall.

Photo by Christopher Lugo/Staff The group of 12 students includes Scout Allen, Gus Winkler, Rachel Maurnus, Noa Meiri, Hannah Obenaus, Daniela Zarate, Eva Kinney, Alex Hubbs, Vy Pham, Rachel Lopez, Grace Kinder and Chloe Hall.

HBS students give year-end presentations

Highlander Editor
Thursday, December 16, 2021
The Highlands Biological Station hosted another year of the UNC-Chapel Hill Institute for the Environment. This year, 12 students stayed at the biological station, conducting research on several issues on the Plateau.
Photo by Christopher Lugo/Staff HHS senior Hayley Borino fights for a layup against Cherokee on Friday night.

Photo by Christopher Lugo/Staff HHS senior Hayley Borino fights for a layup against Cherokee on Friday night.

Homecoming heartbreak

Highlander Editor
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
Though they were close games for both Highlands School varsity basketball teams, both teams fell to Cherokee High School on Friday nights Homecoming matchup.