Opinion

Mayor on Duty - Keeping an eye on coronavirus

Just because we live on a remote and somewhat isolated mountain plateau, there is still a possibility that the coronavirus will appear and even spread.  We are a tourist community and have many folks coming and going to multiple locations which makes us vulnerable to transmission of the virus.

Highlands fiscal position is enviable

Each month, at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday, the Highlands board of commissioners meets at the community building on 4th Street. In March however, comes the granddaddy of town commissioner meetings.

Budget retreat set for Thursday

The annual town budget retreat is today, at Coleman Hall of First Presbyterian Church. As always I want to thank the church for sharing with the town this great meeting facility. The retreat will begin at 9 a.m. It will run through mid-afternoon.

Mayor on Duty - Budget retreat set for Thursday

The annual town budget retreat is today, at Coleman Hall of First Presbyterian Church. As always I want to thank the church for sharing with the town this great meeting facility. The retreat will begin at 9 a.m. It will run through mid-afternoon.

Mayor on Duty - Budget retreat set for Thursday

The annual town budget retreat is today, at Coleman Hall of First Presbyterian Church. As always I want to thank the church for sharing with the town this great meeting facility. The retreat will begin at 9 a.m. It will run through mid-afternoon.

Before sharing, consider the source

Sharing is a basic life skill that is taught in every elementary school. From an early age, children are engrained with the idea that allowing others to use their items is mutually beneficial – lest they need to borrow an item in the future.

Clayton short-term rental ordinance provides example

There’s a small town with a bustling Main Street, successful businesses and a vibrant mixture of eateries, retail shops and nearby lodging options.

Community Coffees provide a forum

There’s no sense in putting off until tomorrow, what can be done today. While that common adage usually brings back thoughts of chores, or work tasks, it also holds true for lighter undertakings.

Mayor on Duty - 2.20.20

The February Highlands Town Board meeting is tonight at 7 p.m. at the Highlands Community Center.  Let me review some of the agenda items.   First on the agenda will be a presentation by Sam Lupas on the status of the Dogwood Health Trust. Sam is a member of the Dogwood Board for this area.

Numerous races on primary ballot

Odds are, everyone has heard of president Donald Trump. It’s also likely that most are familiar with a majority of the potential challengers to the president from the Democratic Party.