You might not think fish are synonymous with Christmas. I didn’t either … until I got this post assignment about Christmas gift shopping in Highland County. Not being a permanent resident any longer … I'll admit I was skeptical and a bit out-of-touch with all the...
Where does love come from? It comes from the heart of a dog. Those that have come to know that type of love should consider themselves among God’s most privileged and highly blessed children. Only a mother’s love is known to be more pure than the loyalty and devotion...
If you're a Christmas nut like we are, you switch the channel to Hallmark Christmas movies ASAP after Thanksgiving. (Or, maybe a little before...?) There's something about the magic and serenity of these films that calms your nerves and boosts your spirit. And, the...
2020 Update: Due to unfortunate circumstances and out of an abundance of caution, the Winter Vendor Market at The Highland Center has been canceled on Friday and Saturday. Visiting with Santa Claus will be drive-through only at The Highland Center at 61 Highland...
Once upon a time, I dabbled as a radio news reporter. Years after that, during my morning work commute from Highland County to Augusta County during my time at the Augusta Military Academy, I’d call my sister on my cell phone and give her a report from the road. I...
COVID-19 has impacted our country in many different ways. Our entire way of life has changed. No longer can people gather in large groups. Events have been canceled or postponed. Professions that were once in an office are now in a kitchen or den. Essential employees...
Well, it is Heaven! Being an introvert in Highland County, that is. You could not ask for anything more … peace, quiet, serenity … perfect aloneness and comfort. As a youngster, I was very much the extrovert. My mother had to pull me back from properly introducing...
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...
Post Sponsored by: “Nirvana” is defined as a place or state characterized by freedom from pain, worry, and the external world. Motorcycle nirvana. That’s what we have in Highland County. Not only is Highland County full of great motorcycling roads, but so are the...
Hey Highland! I'm Erin Brendel. Today, you're going to learn a little bit about me – your 2020 Highland County Maple Queen. Let's read some questions! A Viewer's Question: What does a young lady do with her free time in Highland County? Well, recently, with the...