News

STR issue continues to divide

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The Highlands board of commissioners got down to business on Tuesday night and took a long look at several possible provisions to potentially be included in a revision of the town’s unified develop

STR Public Hearing draws big crowd

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Members of the public got their final opportunity to weigh-in on proposed changes to the Highlands Unified Development Ordinance related to short term rentals on Thursday night.

Mountain Motoring on tap Sept. 9-11

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The Highlands Motoring Festival team will be holding their Fall Mountain Motoring event from Sept. 9–11 to raise money for the organization’s three charity beneficiaries.

Camp Merrie-Woode now BearWise

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Sapphire’s Camp Merrie-Woode was officially recognized by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission as a BearWise organization on Aug. 18.

Rotary Art and Craft Show on tap

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A summer tradition in Highlands for 17 years, the Mountaintop Rotary Art and Craft Show is the premier show in the area. This weekend’s show will also be the organization’s largest.

Skating showcase set for Saturday

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The International Friendship Center of Highlands will host their first ever “Come Skate Day” at the Highlands Skate Park on Saturday, Aug. 27 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Porchfest set for Sept. 18

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The Center for Life Enrichment is presenting the second annual Highlands Porchfest on Sunday, September 18 from 1-6 p.m.