Five Fall Memories from a Highland County Childhood

Five Fall Memories from a Highland County Childhood

Is it just me, or does Fall uniquely evoke a sense of childhood nostalgia?  The first days of school bundled up in your new (or new-to-you) winter coat. Cattle trailers moving here and there on the roads like busy worker ants. Apple butter and pumpkins. The sights and...
On A Rainy Year, “Fair” is Spelled “Mud”

On A Rainy Year, “Fair” is Spelled “Mud”

Writing pieces like “… Gimme A Quarter” and “A Year Without the Highland County Fair” brings so many good memories of the Highland County Fair to mind.   Four days of FUN for everyone. Rides, games, shows, contests, performances … some hometown folks work on...
Ducks, Dolls and the Birthday Game … Gimme a quarter

Ducks, Dolls and the Birthday Game … Gimme a quarter

Have any of you ever been a kid? I was, and I loved it!!!!!!! Truth be told, I think a lot of people would be a lot better off if they incorporated elements of kid-dom into their everyday lives. There were so many things that were great about being a kid in Highland...
Top 10 Reasons to Raise Children in Highland County

Top 10 Reasons to Raise Children in Highland County

Raising a family is serious business.  As a parent, your job is to teach, protect, guide, and develop your children in every area of their lives. The task can be daunting. There will be challenges. It won’t be easy. Some days, it will be really, really hard. And,...
Top 10 Things To Know When You Move to Highland County

Top 10 Things To Know When You Move to Highland County

The laid back, unspoiled setting of Highland County life has attracted many newcomers over the years. Waking up to a refreshing, mountain morning. Breathing the fresh, moist air as you open the door and step out on your porch. The rare highs of 85 to 90 degrees in the...