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Due to the uncertain nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, The Village Green is offering two ways to enjoy the 5K and fun run.

Due to the uncertain nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, The Village Green is offering two ways to enjoy the 5K and fun run.

Gobble on the Green 5K set for this month

News Staff
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
When it comes to Thanksgiving and all the hustle and bustle surrounding the holiday, there are many things to be thankful for this holiday season. Turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie, yes, even cranberry sauce straight from the can.
Daniel and Lori Cabe have owned The Flower Company in Otto since 1997.

Daniel and Lori Cabe have owned The Flower Company in Otto since 1997.

Otto florists encourage farmers to apply for grants

Highlander Editor
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Lori and Daniel Cabe, owners of The Flower Company in Otto, took advantage of an opportunity and saw their business grow thanks to grants from the WNC Agricultural Options.
The agency is amending the emergency use authorizations for COVID-19 vaccines to allow for the use of a single booster dose

The agency is amending the emergency use authorizations for COVID-19 vaccines to allow for the use of a single booster dose

FDA authorizes use of Moderna, J&J COVID vaccine boosters

News Staff
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
Last week, U.S. Food and Drug Administration took action to expand the use of a booster dose for COVID-19 vaccines in eligible populations.
Highlands Biological Foundation is hosting a free Ghostly Garden walk through the Botanical Garden from Oct. 29 – 31.

Highlands Biological Foundation is hosting a free Ghostly Garden walk through the Botanical Garden from Oct. 29 – 31.

Halloween events around the Plateau

News Staff
Thursday, October 28, 2021
There are several events around the Plateau for families and children of all ages to celebrate the Halloween holidays. Below is a full list of the different events going on in Highlands and the surrounding areas.   Highlands:   Mr.
Submitted Photo The cast of The Great Pandemic, now on stage at the Highlands Performing Arts Center.

Submitted Photo The cast of The Great Pandemic, now on stage at the Highlands Performing Arts Center.

The Great Pandemic on stage now

Highlander Editor
Thursday, October 21, 2021
With the COVID-19 pandemic causing people to stay hunkered down in their homes, Highlands local Craig Eister used that anxiety to write a new play, The Great Pandemic. Eister began the project one year ago, during the pandemic.
Huie will be succeeded by retired physician, Michael Crowe.

Huie will be succeeded by retired physician, Michael Crowe.

Huie retires from Bel Canto committee after 13 years

Highlander Editor
Thursday, October 14, 2021
On September 29, Stell Huie announced his retirement as the Chair of the Bel Canto Committee. Huie is best known for being a lawyer for MARTA, from the time it was just an idea until the trains were running.