Don’t Take “See Ya Later” for Granted

Don’t Take “See Ya Later” for Granted

I started writing this post the day after my good friend Chris Royal passed from this life. (I’ve had editors tell me never to start an article or post in this manner, but in my zombie-fied, mind-blown state, I can’t find the emotion or sense to begin any other way.)...
Make Room, Maple! Highland County has Another New Syrup!

Make Room, Maple! Highland County has Another New Syrup!

Did you know Highland County is home to Virginia’s first and only commercial producer of Black Walnut syrup? In fact, they may even be the largest producer in the nation!  Christoph and Lauren Herby of Tonoloway Farm in McDowell, Virginia, are adding to Highland...
Top 10 FREE Things To Enjoy in Highland County

Top 10 FREE Things To Enjoy in Highland County

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...
Why Forest Bathing and Wild Ember Sparking Might Help You

Why Forest Bathing and Wild Ember Sparking Might Help You

What is Forest Bathing? Many of us, who already live in Highland County, Virginia, and are able to walk through her peaceful woods anytime we please, likely don’t understand the concept of a local business marketing this as a service. I mean, why not? We all can...
It’s Amazing What a Trip to the Dumpster Will Do

It’s Amazing What a Trip to the Dumpster Will Do

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,...