Imagine growing up in a small county with a population of 2,204 people, whose median age is 59.3. People know your name, your children’s names, your grandparent’s name, even your great-grandparents’ name, and how almost everyone is related. Even though everyone knows...
Post Sponsored by: Editor's Note: All photos are by local photographer Annette Naber, owner of Emerald Mountain Sanctuary and fellow Highland County blogger. To read more of Annette's work, visit her blog, "Beauty Along the Road." When my husband and I decided...
With a population of only 2,200 people and only one stoplight (well, actually, it’s a blinking traffic light) one might think there's nothing to do in this little town. In actuality, there is so much to do in Highland County, Virginia! In fact, here are some examples...
Need a Valentine’s Day gift? No problem. Whether you’re in Highland County or wanting to support our local businesses from afar, we have options for you! Reserve A Getaway Of course, the first thing that comes to mind is a nice, quiet getaway for you and your...
Ever have one of those days where you just feel “blah...?” You know the feeling? Not sick. Not tired, necessarily. Just... blah... It's winter... We've all been stuck in our houses because of COVID. Normal interactions, like church, school, clubs, and extra-curricular...
Here's the thing... If you live in a small town, people are going to talk. You've got your Aunt Bea's, who whisper little things to each other. Sometimes it's out of caring, sometimes it's out of judgment. And, sometimes it's “innocent” simply because they've done it...
How often do you feel sluggish, tired, or just plain blah during the winter? I know I do. Sound familiar? If so, this is why we need to be cognizant and in control of our vitamin D intake and levels during the cold, winter months.
Cats offer therapeutic benefits on a daily basis, and for some of our Highland County, Virginia, senior citizens that companionship can increase mental and emotional health every single day.
In Highland County, Virginia, we have been trained for generations that helping your neighbor is not only a responsibility but a pleasure. It’s community. It’s family. It’s what small town life is all about.
For a little background on Alex, read our post "Thankful... For the Heart and Mind of a Dog." Christmastime. Ugh … all the people in the house get crazy. What I don’t understand is … why are trees in the house? Trees go outside. And, then, everybody yells. “Alex, get...