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A sweet way to give back

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The American Legion of North Carolina set a goal of providing Moon Pies to US Armed Forces and Veterans across North Carolina in April.

Macon schools show improvement

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All but two Macon County Schools met growth expectations in 2022-23, according to state data presented to the Macon County Board of Education at its March 25 meeting.

Eclipse wows Western NC

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The 2024 total solar eclipse might not have brought totality to Macon or Jackson counties as it did in 2017, but those who ventured out to see the sun nearly 85 percent covered got to see glimpses

Bear Shadow free ticket giveaway

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The Highlands Chamber of Commerce/Visit Highlands, NC is pleased to offer residents of Highlands and Scaly Mountain an opportunity to win two free general admission tickets to the Bear Shadow music

Cashiers rectification continues

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Recodify Cashiers held two meetings last week to discuss future changes to the Cashiers Unified Development Ordinance and gauge community feedback.

Food pantries report high need

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Fishes & Loaves in Cashiers and Highlands Emergency Council and Highlands Food Pantry have all reported need for assistance as food pantry numbers continue to rise.