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Volume 8, Number 44 PDF Version – www.HighlandsInfo.com Thursday, Nov. 4, 2010
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Letters .......................... 2Wooldridge ................... 4Salzarulo ...................... 5Conservative POV ......... 6Coach’s Corner ............. 8Investing at 4,118 ........... 14Health Matters .............. 15Police & Fire ................. 17Town Map .................... 19
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District IIRonnie Beale
District IIRon Haven
District IBrian McClellan
Sheriff RobertHolland
District II BOETommy Cabe
District IV BOEGary Shields
NC Senate 50thDistrict
Jim Davis
At the October School Board meeting, thepublic learned that North Carolina had re-ceived $200 million in Race to the Top (RttT)grant funding to be distributed to each countyto help improve schools statewide.
At the end of the meeting last month, boardmembers were discussing how to best use themoney – some wanted to use it for technology,others in the audience were pushing for class-room supplies.
Following a special called meeting Mon-day night, the school board outlined the bestuse of the money as it applies to stipulationsput forth by the state.
Superintendent Dan Brigman remindedthe board that the funds must be used in a spe-cific manner – in support of NC’s plan forschool improvement. The four pillars that ex-emplify NC’s school improvement plan areGreat Teachers and Principals, Quality Stan-dards and Assessments, Turnaround of Low-est-Achieving Schools, and Date Systems toImprove Instruction.
North Carolina was awarded the federalRace to the Top grant through round two of theRace to the Top (RttT) initiative. North Caroli-na held approximately $200 million of these
MC Schoolsystem set toget $120K for
four years‘Race to the Top’ funds will helpoffset statewide budget cuts to
schools coming FY2011
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Locals impact county & state races
All signs werepointing to a recordElection Day when theMacon County Boardof Elections saw up-ward of 5,000 votersshow up to vote early.
Board of ElectionDirector Kim Bishopsaid that was morethan ever before.
Soon after the pollsclosed Tuesday night,officials learned that53.9% of Macon Coun-ty’s 24,635 registeredvoters (13,078) actual-ly voted – this in a mid-term election that typ-ically barely gets no-ticed.
North Carolinahas a new state senatorfor the 50th District in
newcomer to statepolitics (Rep) JimDavis who defeatedincumbent (Dem)John Snow with30,896 votes toSnow’s 30,709 votes,50.15% to 49.85%,respectively.
The candidatessplit the eight coun-ties they representwith Davis carryingClay, Haywood, Ma-con and Transylvaniaand Snow carryingCherokee, Graham,Jackson and Swain.
Davis said he’svery grateful to the vot-ers and all the peoplewho worked so hardto make this happen.
“I’m going to domy best to returnNorth Carolina to fis-
Thurs., Nov. 4• Taize in Highlands, 5:30 at High-
lands United Methodist Church.Nov. 5-7, Fri.-Sun.• HCP’s ‘Life with Father’ at PAC,
7:30 evenings and 2:30 Sunday mat-inee. For tickets, call 526-8084.
Fri. & Sat., Nov. 5-6• At The Bascom, Mini-workshop:
Bill Rouda, photography, Improving thePhotographic Eye. For information, call828.526.4949.
Friday, Nov. 5• Live music at El Azteca at 8 p.m.
featuring Eric Hendrix & Los Dos.Sat., Nov. 6• At Paoletti’s Restaurant, intimate
Wine Tasting at the bar at 1 pm. Greatvalues in wines from around the world,available for retail sales daily. Cheeseand Crackers are served. Cost: $20per person.
• At Cyprus International Restau-rant, live music beginning at 9 p.m. Nocover.
• The Nantahala Hiking Club willtake a 6 mile moderate hike inPanthertown Valley to Blackrock Mtn.,Granny Burrell’s Falls, and Salt RockOverlook, with an elevation change of800 feet. Call leader Jim Whitehurst,526-8134, for reservations. Visitorsare welcome but no pets please.
Sunday, Nov. 7• The Highlands United Methodist
Church youth will have Krispy KremeDoughnuts for sale for $10 a dozen onSunday morning between services.This is a fundraiser for Haiti.
• The Nantahala Hiking Club willtake an easy 1.2-mile hike on Lake-side Drive Trail, Call Leader Kay Co-riell, 369-6820, for reservations. Visi-tors are welcome, but no pets please.
Several issues were discussed at the Nov. 3Town Board meeting but the issue that resultedin the most discussion involved the possible re-vision to the Town Ordinance to match the TownCharter when it was amended to the Council-Manager form of government a little over twoyears ago.
When the town changed its charter to the
Council-Manager form from the Mayor-Coun-cil form, it left in tact the provision that the TownAttorney, Zoning/Watershed Administrator andPolice Chief work at the pleasure of the boardand not at the pleasure of the Town Manager asin all other departments.
This is allowed by law under the Local Mod-
Hybrid form of government stands
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• LETTERS • • HAWK’S EYE VIEW •
Dear Editor,This letter is to all candidates who
were elected (or reelected) to serve in theCongress of the United States and the Leg-islature in Raleigh.
I cannot begin to express the high levelof contempt that I have for each of you, andyou have only yourselves to blame.
You see, during the campaign, notONE of you told me what you stood for orwhat had accomplished or what you hopedto accomplish should you be elected to orreturned to office. Instead, you chose to fo-cus on what dastardly deeds the person dar-ing to run against you would perpetrate if Idared vote for them. Do you think that Iam really that stupid?
Well here’s the bottom line. You arefinished as far as I’m concerned. I will notvote for you — or anyone else — who runsthat kind of campaign in any future elec-tion. You have shown me that you are notfit to represent me or hold any office underthe United States Constitution or The Con-stitution of the State of North Carolina.
I want SOMEBODY ELSE in yourplace!
John GastonHighlands, NC
Enough is enough!
Dear Editor,Remembering what fun Halloween
was in Highlands I wanted to have mygrandchildren share in the fun. I was notdisappointed. A few days before that magicnight I stayed with a friend and was luckyenough to catch “Life with Father.” It wasdone with Ronnie Spilton flair!
I was also privileged to experience amagnificent concert at Incarnation. Weheard Beethovan and Brahams perfectlyexecuted by Robert Henry, Incarnation Mu-sic Director, at the piano, Charae Kruegeron cello,and Fia Mancini Durrett on violin.Also with a flair! Unfortunately word didnot get around and we were an intimategroup. tThese extremely accomplished mu-sicians plan a return engagement in Janu-ary. So look for them and don’t miss it!
Highlands as always holds treasuresfor those who live there and also for visi-tors.
Edna FosterLaGrange, Ga
Highlands has bevyof offerings
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cal sanity both budget and tax-wise and to befriendly to business.”
The state is reportedly facing a $3.2 bil-lion budget shortfall for fiscal year 2011-2012.
Though the Asheville and Greenville TVstations have reported a run-off between Davisand Snow, officials at the Macon CountyBoard of Elections said they haven’t heardanything about that.
If anything, a recount might be a possi-bility but that can’t happen until after thecanvass which is Nov. 12 and so far a recounthas not been requested, they said.
If Sen. Snow wanted a recount, the de-mand for a recount must be made in writingand must be received by the county board ofelections by 5 p.m. on the first business dayafter the canvass – which would be Monday,Nov. 15.
According the state statute, in a ballotitem within the jurisdiction of the State Boardof Elections, a candidate shall have the rightto demand a recount of the votes if the differ-ence between the votes for that candidate andthe votes for a prevailing candidate are notmore than one percent (1%) of the total votescast in the ballot item, or in the case of amulti-seat ballot item, one percent (1%) ofthe votes cast for those two candidates.
Once Davis’s win is final he will give uphis District III County Commission seat. TheRepublican Party will appoint a person forDavis’s unexpired term. In two years, that seatwill be open and up for election.
The Macon County Board of Commis-sioners District II race was a tight one. Fivecandidates ran for the two open seats. Incum-bent Ronnie Beale and Ron Haven won theseats with Charlie Leatherman and Beale indead heat.
Haven gleaned 24.66% of the vote with5,719 ballots and carried Nantahala and Burn-ingtown.
Beale gleaned 23.88% of the vote with5,539 ballots from all three Franklin districts,Cartoogechaye, Union, Ellijay, Millshoal andIolta.
Charlie Leatherman got 23.12% of thevote with 5,362 votes mostly from Highlands,Flats and Sugarfork.
Bob Simpson got 18.36% of the vote(4,259) and Vic Drummond got 9.98% ofthe vote (2,316).
There has been no mention of a recountbetween Beale and Leatherman but again asper state statute, discretionary recounts canbe ordered by the county board of electionsor the State Board of Elections when neces-sary to complete the canvass in an election.The county board may not order a recountwhere the State Board of Elections has al-ready denied a recount to the petitioner.
Concerning mandatory recounts for bal-lot items within the jurisdiction of the Coun-ty Board of Elections: In a ballot item withinthe jurisdiction of the county board of elec-tions, a candidate shall have the right to de-mand a recount of the votes if the difference
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Rachel Price Lewicki and Wesley Rosser Tilley were married on Oct. 23. The ceremony was at the Cornucopia Restaurantin Cashiers followed by the reception in the same location. The officiant was Ross’s grandfather Rev. Dr. Bob Shepherd.Rachel’s attendants from left were Caitlin Rawlins, Rebecca Derrick, Molly Jones, Alana Wilson, Maid of Honor MeganLewicki, Flower Girl Ivy Fielding, Margie Potts, Meredith Leuker and Emily Lester. Ross’s attendants from left were JoelAxelrod, Kory Roscoe, Patrick Walker, Ben Lawhorn, Best Man Dale Shepherd, Ring Bearer Collins Eckard, Blake Will-iams, and Talmage Shepherd. As part of the ceremony, Claire Frederick recited the poem “I Love You” and Megan Lewickisang “Make You Feel My Love.” The MC and DJ was Steve Hott and the photographer was Sarah Valentine. The party’sflowers were by Cosper’s Flowers. Rachel’s hair was done by Creative Concepts. The couple honeymooned on southMiami Beach. They reside in Raleigh, NC. Ross is a Business Development Manager for the commercial division ofAerotek in Raleigh. Rachel is a chef at Glenaire Retirement Center in Cary, NC.
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funds off the top to support state-wide tech-nology initiatives, specifically implementa-tion of the NC Cloud. Receipt of this grant,designed to spur public school innovation, isa key component of North Carolina’s workto continue its momentum for school im-provement, said Brigman.
All together, these “pillars” support Ca-reer & College: Ready, Set Go!, North Caroli-na’s state public education initiative.
The belief and the hope is that RttT fundswill allow North Carolina to move faster andfurther in delivering on one key promise: Allstudents will graduate and be career and col-lege ready.
Macon County’s annual allotment willbe $121,017.50 and will occur for four con-secutive years.
At Monday night’s meeting, the boardagreed to spend the money in the followingways.
First, wireless connectivity will be in-
stalled in each school and hand-held com-puters (iPads) will be used to support the newteacher evaluation instrument and facilitateaccess to other online resources, as well asprofessional development to support the NCACRE Project.
“These three prioritiesare also consistent with most counties with-in our region as a result of the support wenow have through the high-speed fiber op-tic loop,” said Brigman. “Ultimately, thesepriorities have been established tosupport the delivery of NC Cloud resourcesto the classroom level.” NC Cloud resourcesinvolve high level internet and computerconnectivity.
Brigman said since the beginning of thecurrent school year, the requirements of RttThave been consistently evolving while Ma-con County strives to align district prioritieswith the regulations set forth by the federaland state government.
“We are very fortunate to have this addi-tional funding to support our technology in-frastructure and required professional devel-opment,” said Brigman. “This allotment willprovide us with additional support and al-low other funds to be used to secure pro-grams and personnel as we continueplanning for the tremendous budget short-fall in July 2011.”
Accountants from Martin & Starnes re-cently reported that the state is facing a $3.2billion shortfall for fiscal year 2011-2012.Representatives suggested entities of all kinds– school boards, municipalities and countygovernments – “stay on top of disbursementsor reimbursements from the state becausethere are drastic problems at the state levelwhich could delay promised disbursements.”
For more information, about RttT fundsand there purpose go towww.ncpublicschools.org/rttt/.
– Kim Lewicki
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Magistrate’s Office hasmoved to the
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348 S. 5th. StRoom LL 109
To contact the Magistratecall 828-506-3138
Day or night
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• LAUGHING AT LIFE •
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Well, I managed tomake it throughanother summer
without being shot at or evenkicked in the shins. I didmanage to get insulted abouta dozen times. I feel sorry forthose writers who remain allyear. They are, at times, sub-ject to the wrath of our read-ers… but not as much as li’lole me. How do they do it?When people walk up to meand ask, “Are you Fred Wool-dridge?” I smile and say,“Never heard of the guy.”
In Florida, all I have to watch for arethose stupid Floridiots who might still beholding a grudge from things I wrote duringthe summer. If you’re a Floridiot and read-ing this, I’m sorry and didn’t mean it….well, maybe a little.
And if you’re a regular reader, then youknow the li’l missus and I are winterweenies and she is worse than me. No, letme rephrase. We are weenie, weenie, winterweenie wimps. Got it? For us, it’s about sur-vival. We cease to function below 50 degreesbecause we both moved to Florida as teen-agers and, except for our 42 years of pil-grimages to Highlands, spent our entirelives roasting in the sun, trying to grow skincancer.
I actually did police work in cop carswith no heat or air conditioning. Can youimagine? On cold nights, I would take theportable spotlight, turn it on and put it tomy chest and other places…. don’t ask. AmI a weenie, or what?
If you’re a person who actually spendsthe entire winter in Highlands, I know it’sasking too much for you to feel sorry forme. Every year-round friends we knowwent in the ditch at least twice last year.And we have learned that some Highland-ers who call themselves ‘year-rounders’ ac-tually sneak outta here for a couple of thecoldest months. I call them mini, weenie,winter wimps. My admiration is for thosetrue year-rounders that don’t budge all win-ter and have been in the ditch three ormore times. Wow, where do I sign up forthat?
And even though South Florida had aharsh winter last year, killing off most ofour lizards, I still had two of the critterswaiting to sneak in at our front door whenwe arrived. They’re so arrogant; they act likeRepublicans. They waited patiently as I un-locked the six locks on our front door. Eventhough I was able to shoo them away,they’ll return because they know I have toleave the front door open while I lug inumpteen pieces of luggage and six houseplants we couldn’t bear to leave behind.
Since the house is boarded up, we have
to turn on every light in theplace to look for critters orsigns of critters. We are fortu-nate that the biggest critterever found was a small shriv-eled lizard that got stuck in-side. That’s a lot better thanthe six-foot snake skin oncefound in our li’l cabin onClear Creek in Highlands.
So here we are, settlingin to our other life. I alreadymiss my friends in High-lands but thank God for e-mail so we can stay in touch.
I also miss getting plummeted at the Rec.Park bridge games, then an occasional lateafternoon meal at Wolfgang’s with thesame friends that just beat the pants off us.And I already miss $1 beers and half-pricewings at Fresser’s on Wednesdays. I’ll missour daily morning walks through down-town Highlands without even sweating.The best part of our walk was smelling thecoffee as we passed by Buck’s.
We’ll miss our friends at church, espe-cially the crazy lady from Yellow Mountainwho once found a starving horse in a fieldand rescued it, daring the owner to stopher. In Palm Beach, we call that chutzpah.In China they would say she has oversizedovaries. By the way, have you ever tastedChinese crab ovaries? They’re to die for;one bite and you wanna die…. or at leastthrow up!
I admire women with chutzpah. Ican’t tell you the horse thief’s name ’cause Ithink horse rustlin’ is a forever felony. It’stoo bad she’s a dad-gum Democrat. Almostmakes me want to turn her in. Ha!
And finally, there’s the culture shockwe’re about to encounter. But that’s a differ-ent column. Anyway, thanks for not shoo-tin’ at me or kickin’ my shins and, believeit or not, I enjoyed the insults.
• Read Fred’s column on-line all winterat www.highlandsinfo.com, click on LOCALNEWS.
Gettin’ outta Dodge
Magistrate’s Office hasmoved to the
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348 S. 5th. StRoom LL 109
To contact theMagistrate call 828-
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NOW TAKING THANKSGIVING RESERVATIONS
...on this dayNov. 4, 1922
Mr. Carter found a stiff,identified it by it’s glyph,
seems he was calledTutankhamen,
that’s a name that’s not toocommon,
not even up and down the Nile,which is where he was, this
Egyptophile.Archaeologist or tomb robber?Either way, it’s sort of macabre.It really is somewhat harrowing
when you choose to go outPharaohing,
and I guess you could call itrummy,
that this guy was relived to findhis mummy.
Howard Carter finds theentrance to
Tutankhamen’s tomb.
Military metaphors arecommon in sports. The NFLfeatures bombs, blitzes, andsacks. Now sports metaphorsare entering the political are-na. Democrats are hoping for alate inning rally. A cable newscommentator postulated thatthe Republicans peaked tooearly. It means losing late inthe season after winning early.
There are a good manypossible explanations; injuries,a tougher schedule, and badluck, all more plausible expla-nations than ill-timed excellence. Moun-tain climbers don’t get much sports cover-age, but peaking too soon doesn’t seem tobe a problem. Has a mountaineer evercomplained, “I was supposed to meet Bobup here at 7 a.m. I peaked too early. I guessI’ll leave him a note and head down forbreakfast.”
Premature peaking is a phenomenonclosely related to “momentum.” As long asa team is winning, it has momentum. Iffortunes change, sportscasters report a shiftin momentum, often affectionately called“Big Mo.” Shifting momentum, like earlypeaking is invariably an after the fact obser-vation, never a prediction.
Psychology plays a big part in sports,and teams can quickly lose confidence inthe face of adversity, hence Big Mo’s fickleways can be explained on the basis of lossof confidence. Brave, beleaguered Demo-crats claim their confidence is high and arehoping to rain three-pointers on the oppo-sition.
It’s not at all certain that political can-didates or parties react like athletic teams.Public opinion varies with time and cir-cumstances. Public opinion also changeswith information.
Senator Gary Hart was flying high un-til the electorate learned about Donna Rice.His precipitous fall from favor was a classiccase of a premature peak. Big Mo was seenfleeing to unexposed candidates.
This is an unusual election. Many can-didates have no prior governmental experi-ence, and no qualification for office otherthan a deep loathing of government, whichis a compact, if strange resume. ChristineO’Donnell is a case in point. She peakedearly, swept, on a wave of Tea Party eupho-ria, to Delaware’s Republican nominationfor the Senate. It remains to be seen if shewill “strike out” in the general election.Revelations of dabbling in witchcraft, alongwith a generally silly demeanor, cost hermomentum. In a debate, she seemed igno-rant of the First Amendment’s provisionfor separation of church and state. Her be-lated explanation that she meant those ex-
act words didn’t appear in theConstitution did little to pre-vent a fourth quarter collapse.
Thus we revisit the notionthat she peaked too early. If theprimary had been held closer tothe general election, say lastweek, the electorate would havehad less time to discover herfoibles, and Big Mo might wellhave stayed in her camp. Shehas become a decided under-dog, but may still mount aninth inning rally. Other TeaParty candidates may experi-
ence similar fates as the finish line ap-proaches.
Citizens wonder if candidates whoseonly goal is to obstruct governance makeeffective representatives. On the otherhand, this is a political season of discon-tent. The American people may be so angrywith the state of our country that they willvote against any incumbent. Like disgrun-tled fans in the cheap seats, Americans mayshout, “Throw the bums out.”
Sports and politics are eerily similar
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• CONSERVATIVE POV •America, we have a problem
By the time you read this,the election has beenheld. Most, if not all the re-
sults are in, and we are surveyingthe landscape to see where we gofrom here. I’m guessing that Nan-cy will be trying to decide wheth-er to take the Minority Leader’sjob, or to pack it in. I further as-sume that Hapless Harry Reid willhave been beaten by Sharron An-gle, a political unknown outsideof Nevada, backed by the Tea Par-ty. I also suspect that the Demswill hold the Senate by a razor thin margin.I have no idea who would succeed Reid asSML.
Furthermore, I have no idea what theDem-dominated Congress will do betweenthe election and January 19th. They could wiseup and feel they have done enough damageto the country. Or, they could step up the in-sanity and create more problems. We’ll see.After the dust has settled, one thing remainsfor sure – Obama.
While I realize this is not a scoop, I un-derstand what the ongoing problem will be.It came into crystal clear focus about a monthor so ago, when CNBC carried a discussionbetween Jack Welch and Elizabeth Warren.This was news because Warren had just beennamed a special adviser by Obama to over-see the development of the new ConsumerFinancial Protection Bureau. What qualifiedWarren for the post? Why, she is a visitingprofessor at Harvard Law, of course.
She writes books, appears in movies withMichael Moore and is frequently interviewedby Charlie Rose.
Welch, on the other hand, graduatedfrom the University of Massachusetts/ Am-herst with a degree in chemical engineering.He earned his PhD three years later at whichtime he joined General Electric as a juniorengineer. For the next 20 years, he workedhis way up the ranks and in 1981 was namedchairman and CEO, the youngest in GEs his-tory. Welch, with his bold, dramatic man-agement style, produced great results. Whenhe left the company, its market value had ris-en, under his watch, from $14 billion to $410billion, making it the largest and most valu-able company in the world at the time.\
So what has all of this got to do withanything? Good question. During the discus-sion on CNBC, Welch asked Warren a perti-nent question. I don’t remember the precisesubject matter, but I do remember Warren’sreply: “Jack, you’re asking the wrong ques-tion,” and she proceeded to tell him what heshould really be interested in. What presump-tion. What gall. Here is a person who neverlived in the real world telling perhaps themost revered manager in our generationwhat to think about a matter on which he is
an expert.This, my friends, is the prob-
lem. President Obama has sur-rounded himself with academics,almost all of whom come fromthe lawyer side of life, who havenever done a stinking thing to for-ward this country or to contrib-ute anything practical to our soci-ety or our culture.
I listen daily to giants of busi-ness who have answers to prob-lems with our economy that theadministration doesn’t even
know exist. Ken Langone, co-founder ofHome Depot, is a genius in understandingthe complexities facing our economic futureand what to do about them.
Mike Jackson, chairman and CEO ofAutoNation, is brilliant in understanding therealities of the country’s needs and has sensi-ble, effective solutions. These are two of many(not the least of which is Jack Welch) whocould be invaluable in solving our problems.So whom does the President surround him-self with? Ivy League elitists who know ev-erything there is to know about screwingthings up.
As if by magic, I saw an interview withElizabeth Warren this morning. She waswhining about the fact that she wasn’t get-ting the cooperation she feels she deservesfrom the people who will be affected by theestablishment of her new layer of govern-mental intrusion. Her idealistic notions justdon’t mesh with those of the folks who aregoing to have to deal with the outcome ofher efforts.
Now, I fully understand the role and val-ue of lawyers, although I am having a prob-lem understanding how Eric Holder fits intothe picture. My point is, perhaps Obamamight come up with some answers if he hadpeople advising him who had a workingknowledge of the area of their responsibility.
I don’t have the time to research the ed-ucational and professional background of his“tzars” — that is a story for another day. WhileAmerica has become a litigious country, thereis more to us than lawyers this, lawyers that– how about some experts who actually havehad some experience and success in the areaof their assigned positions.
I’m not picking on lawyers. Law is a nec-essary and honorable profession. Howeverlawyers do not know everything about ev-erything. Perhaps Obama’s administrationand the country would be better served if heappointed people
from the vast wealth of talent that liesbeyond his myopic view of the country.
We have a wealth of talent to draw fromin all areas of endeavor. Let’s use them tosolve our problems. We can use the help.
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ification Clause of the General Statute.However, Mayor David Wilkes asked the
commissioners who were involved with thechange if leaving the ordinance intact wasdone on purpose or was it an omission or amistake.
Commissioner John Dotson said he re-membered discussing that item and the gen-eral consensus of the board was that thosethree positions should continue to work atthe pleasure of the board, though they workunder the umbrella of the town and are ad-ministratively supervised by the Town Man-ager.
“Because the Police Chief and the Zon-ing Administrator are in quasi-judicial posi-tions upholding laws and ordinances, theyneed to answer to the board rather than tojust one person,” said Dotson.
Commissioner Amy Patterson said theTown Board has a direct connection withthe citizens who elected them and the TownBoard is the way citizens have control of theirgovernment particularly as it applies to thosepositions.
“If it’s not broke, don’t fix it,” she said.“We need to answer to the citizens concern-ing our laws and the planning of our future.The firing and hiring for these jobs can’t bein the hands of one man.”
Town Attorney Bill Coward said the townisn’t in violation and it can keep the ordi-nance as it is.
However, if it wants to change it – that ishave the Zoning Administrator and PoliceChief work at the pleasure of the Town Man-ager — then different things have to happenfor each.
Where the Zoning/Watershed Adminis-trator is concerned, the Planning Board mustmake a recommendation to the Town Boardat which point a public hearing must be setand finally a vote taken by the Town Board. Ifit’s a 4 to 1 vote the change passes, if it’s a 3 to2 vote the process must be done again.
Concerning the Police Chief, a publichearing isn’t necessary, just a motion toamend the ordinance. A 4 to 1 vote passes itbut a 3 to 2 vote sends it to the next publicmeeting for a re-vote.
Several citizens spoke on behalf of keep-ing the chain of command as it is on thegrounds that the current ordinance allowsfor checks and balances so power isn’t con-centrated in the hands of one man – a mannot elected by the citizens.
“If the Town Board relinquishes thispower and this responsibility to the TownManager it is letting the citizens of Highlandsdown,” said Linda Clark.
Ginger Slaughter expressed shock andsevere disappointment in the Town Boardfor its firing of Zoning Administrator JoeCooley and the way it was done. “He broughtgreat gifts to the table and this is a great loss tothe town,” she said.
Cooley’s firing – specifically the fact thathe wasn’t given a chance to tell his side or gothrough a grievance procedure – initiated talkboth on the board and by citizen concerning
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As most of you know, I grew up here inHighlands-born and raised from afairly long line of local folks. You
know the old chestnut “there’s more Pottsthan pans in Highlands,” and all of that. Ispent all of my compulsory school years atHighlands School and am proud to haveworn the blue and gold throughout myyears here in Highlands. Having returnedto teach at the same school, I think it is im-portant to recognize the outstanding stateof the Highlander athletic program andconfidently say that this has the potential tobe one of the greatest athletic years in High-lands School history.
The athletic program at Highlands hashistorically had some highs and lows, usu-ally based on the talents of a particulargroup of athletes. The small size of High-lands School means that there are less ath-letes in the talent pool to draw from, andHighlands is usually competing againstschools that have a much larger pool of stu-dents from which to select teams.
Despite a current enrollment of fewerthan 150 students in the high school, theHighlanders have already had perhaps thebest fall sports season in school history.Girls volleyball captured a conferencechampionship and advanced to the third
round of the NCHSAA stateplayoffs for the first time inschool history. The High-lander Cross Country teamwill be represented by sopho-more Hayden Bates, whoqualified and will race for theState Championship. Addi-tionally, the HighlanderMen’s Soccer team won its8th straight ConferenceChampionship, and is gear-ing up for a state championship run thatcould see the Highlanders host as many asthree straight NCHSAA playoff games.Even Highlands Middle School shared inthe success, with HMS soccer going unde-feated on the season and winning a confer-ence championship as well.
Winter sports look equally as promis-ing for Highlands School, as the Highland-ers and Lady Highlanders will both enterthe season as the preseason favorites in theLSMC. The Lady Highlanders will returnfour starters from last year’s squad and willbe looking to dethrone Hiawassee Dam asconference champions. The Highlandersreturn everyone from last year’s varsitysquad and will feature an experienced teammade up entirely of upperclassmen. If
these squads perform up toexpectations, Highlandscould have what is likely themost successful athletic yearin the history of the school.It is a testament to the com-mitment of the student-ath-letes at Highlands to havethe opportunity to accom-plish such a feat.
One of the great thingsabout living in a communitylike Highlands is the support
that the town provides for the athletes ofHighlands School both in attending the
games as well as the generous financial sup-port through the Highlands Booster Club.The facilities at Highlands School are thebest in the area, and the fan support for thestudents as they have competed this seasonhas been tremendous. I hope that we con-tinue to see familiar faces as we move fromfall sports to winter sports and on to springsports-but I also hope that those who havenot had a chance to make it to a game willcome out and watch our athletes in actionthis season. All of us have the chance to bea part of what could be a truly special yearin the annals of Highlands School.
The season of a lifetime?
By Ryan PottsThe Highlander men’s soccer team
closed out the regular season last Wednesdaywith an 8-3 victory over the Hayesville Yel-low Jackets to clinch yet another undefeatedSMC season.
The Highlanders were led by three goalsfrom senior Michael Shearl, two goals eachfrom sophomore Taylor Osteen and AndrewRenfro and one goal from senior RobbieVanderbilt. It was a very emotional night forthe Highlanders as they were able to cele-brate the ten seniors on the squad.
Highlands hosted rival Blue Ridge in thefirst round of the state playoffs on Wednes-day, but those results were not available atpress time. If the favored Highlanders ad-vance they will host a home NCHSAA play-
By Ryan PottsThe historic season of the Lady High-
landers volleyball team ended Wednesdaynight at the hands of the #1 ranked RosmanTigers.
The Lady Tigers defeated Highlands 3-1in what was a terrific match that featured thestriking power of Rosman versus the defenseof the Lady Highlanders. Indeed, even in aloss the Lady Highlander defense was spec-tacular, even earning the praise of the offi-cials and the Rosman faithful.
When asked to comment on his team’sseason, Highlands coach Kyle McKimcouldn’t contain his praise for his girls. “Allyear long we have been working on elimi-nating unforced errors. Putting the pressureon the other team and not beating ourselves.This season was the culmination of several
Highlanders winConference Title; set
sights on state
Volleyball falls in 3rd
round
Senior Tucker Bates at the last conference game of the season against Hayesville.Photo by Noel Atherton
•See VOLLEYBALL page 14•See SOCCER page 14
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Through Jan. 2011• The Green family is collecting coke can tabs to
give to the Shriner’s Hospital which turns them in forfunds which helps the organization buy supplies. Pleasedrop off coke can tabs at the Citgo Station across fromthe Rec Park (the old Stop n’ Shop). Leave them withAnn or Trysta Green.
Through 2010• At The Bascom, Do Tell environmental sculp-
ture: Patrick Dougherty. Admission is free. For infor-mation, call 828.526.4949 or visit www.thebascom.org.Galleries are open to the public, Tues.-Sat., 10 am-5pm; Sun., noon-5 pm.
Through Dec. 18• At The Bascom, American Craft Today, Juried
Exhibition, Admission is free. For information, call828.526.4949 or visit www.thebascom.org. Galleriesare open to the public, Tues.-Sat., 10 am-5 pm; Sun.,noon-5 pm.
Through Sat., Nov. 27• At The Bascom, Recent Works: Aaron Yakim
and Cynthia Taylor. Admission is free. For information,call 828.526.4949 or visit www.thebascom.org. Gal-leries are open to the public, Tues.-Sat., 10 am-5 pm;Sun., noon-5 pm
Ongoing• Hospital Tours: “Grand Rounds” at Highlands-
Cashiers Hospital will be providing small group toursto interested area residents. Tours will be held period-ically each month, through October. Tours begin at7:30 a.m. and will include breakfast with HCH’s doc-tors and a meet and greet with the new CEO, CraigJames. Call the Foundation Office at 526-1435 asspace is limited. Or RVSP by email [email protected].
• At Health Tracks at Highlands-Cashiers Hospi-tal, various exercise classes all week long. Call 828-526-1FIT.
• Nantahala Tennis Club meets everyday at 9a.m. at Highlands Recreation Park. $2 per person; allvisitors welcome. Call 526-3556.
• YOGA- Moonrise Yoga - The Highlands Ded-icated Studio, 464 Carolina Way. Mon 5:15pm andSat 9:30am. All Levels. Mats provided. Pre-registerfor Winter Series, 526-8880. More info atwww.yogahighlands.com.
Sundays• Aftershock Youth meets every Sunday Night at
6:30 p.m. downstairs at Cullasaja Assembly of God at6201 Highlands Road, Franklin, NC. Contact youthministers Seth & Sarha Henegar at 828 369-7540 ext203.
• The High Mountain Squares will be having adance workshop get-together on Sundays. This willinclude main/stream and plus levels. The caller will beJim Roper from Cornelia. GA. The dances will be heldat the Environmental Resource Center, LakesideDrive, Franklin, from 3 to 5 p.m. Come in casual clothesand dance with us. Now is the time to come if you havenot danced in a while and you would like to get startedagain. This is good exercise and a lot of fun. The costis $3 per person. For information, call 828 349-0905,828 369-8334, 706 782-0943.
Mon. & Thurs.• On the Mat Yoga at the Episcopal Church of the
Incarnation on Main Street. Upper Level Jones Hall.
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For questions, call 526-2968 or 526-9889.
Mon., and Thurs. at 10:45 a.m. Bring your mat. 828-482-2128. $10/hour. (12/31)
Mon., Wed., Fri.• Heart Healthy Exercise Class at the Rec Park.
8:30-9:30 a.m. $20/month.• Step Aerobics with Tina Rogers at the Rec
Park, 8-9 a.m. $10 per class or $50 a month.First Mondays• Participate in your hospital by joining the Auxil-
iary of the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital first Mondayof each month at 10 a.m. at the hospital.
Mondays• Closed AA meeting, 5:30 p.m. at the Episcopal
Church at Fifth and Main streets.Tuesdays
• Highlands Rotary Club meets at noon at theHighlands Conference Center at noon.
• Closed AA Women’s meeting, 5:30 p.m. at the
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•See EVENTS page 10
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By Luke OsteenI just wanted to compliment the cast
and crew of Highlands-Cashiers Players’production of “Life With Father,” nowplaying at the Martin-Lipscomb PerformingArts Center in Highlands.
This sweet-natured drama, flavoredwith a healthy dose of vinegar provided byDavid Hoffman in the role of patriarchClarence Day, chronicles life in a busy NewYork City family in the 1880s.
Although life clearly revolves aroundFather, the Day household is powered bythe children of family – played with subtlecomedic timing by Cai Roman, David Long,Daniel Long, and Taj Roman – and BetsyMiller’s marvelously discomposed wife andmother Vinnie.
Adding fuel to this combustible mixare a team of maids (Elizabeth Gordon,Vangie Rich, Jeannette Brand, DeniceDunn and Kris Maree) whosechoreographed table-setting skills are amasterpiece of comic timing; visitorsMichelle Hott and Kaycee Carver (a jewel
as the tender and surprisingly spunkyromantic interest of Cai Roman); WayneColeman as the Rev. Doctor Lloyd whosecareful scheme to secure the soul of Fatheris pitch-perfect; and a pair of doctors (CurtisRich and Jim Dunn) whose serviceshighlight a pivotal plot point.
Talented as these performers are,they’re supported by a dazzling productionteam – John Roman’s eye-popping set is amarvel to behold; costume designer JeanieCrawford’s wardrobe dazzles with itsrichness; and Steve Hott’s lighting is subtleand evocative.
Naturally, all of this talent wouldflounder without the assured direction ofDr. Ronnie Spilton. She’s delivered a smartshow that’s funny and sweet andremarkably warm.
My thanks to everyone involved with“Life With Father.”
Tickets are available by calling the boxoffice at 526-8084. Performances runFriday-Sunday, 7:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.,respectively.
• A REVIEW •HCP’s ‘Life with Father’
participate in our Tuesday discussions at the CivicCenter from 10–11:30 a.m. While our name is new, theHighlands Dialogue intends to build on the Fall/Winter-Spring discussion series previously sponsored byHIARPT. Discussions range from current events andgreat books to extreme whimsy. The only member-ship requirements are that you come with an explor-ing mind and that you read a session’s material beforeattending the discussion (we distribute readings eitherby e-mail or at previous sessions). Even if you are notable to attend all of the discussions, you are encour-aged to come when you are available. If you wouldlike information about the Highlands Dialogue or anyof our upcoming discussions, please e-mail John Gas-ton [email protected] or Karen [email protected]. If you would like us to addyour name to the Highlands Dialogue’s e-mail list, pleasecontact David Scheyer at [email protected].
Tues. & Thurs.• Study Hall at the Literacy Council of Highlands
in the Peggy Crosby Center from 3 to 5 p.m. Come doyour homework, projects use the resources on siteand get help from a tutor. For more information, contactFaviola Olvera at (828) 526-0925 or by email [email protected].
• Kettlebell Class at the Rec Park with GingerBaldwin at 5:15 p.m. Fast moving free weight kinetic
chain movement for 30-40 minutes. $8 per class. Call526-3556 or 526-4959 to reserve a spot.
Wednesdays• $2 off bar drinks at El Azteca. 70 Highlands
Plaza across from Bryson’s Food Store.• The Highlands Mountaintop Rotary meets at
7:30 a.m. in the dining room at the Highlands-Cash-iers Hospital. Enter the hospital in the main or emer-gency entrance and follow the signs downstairs. Visi-tors are welcome. Meetings end at 8:30 am.
• Men’s interdenominational Bible Study at 8:30a.m. at First Baptist Church.
• The Homegrown Buds, a homeschool 4-Hclub, meets at noon at the Macon County Library onSiler Road in Franklin at 1 p.m.
Wednesdays & Fridays• Open AA meeting at noon at the Episcopal
Church at Fifth and Main streets.Every 3rd Wednesday• Study sessions at the Universal Unitarian Fel-
lowship Hall in Franklin. A $5 soup-supper will beserved at 5:30 p.m. Study sessions will begin at 6:30p.m. Call 828-524-6777 or 706-746-9964.
Thursdays• Al-Anon meeting, noon at the Episcopal Church
on Main and Fifth streets.Friday & Saturdays
• Live Music at The Downhill Grill at Scaly Moun-tain Outdoor Center 7-9 p.m.. BYOB.
Every Third Saturday• The Highlands Memorial Post #370 of the Amer-
ican Legion meets at the Shortoff Baptist Church. Break-fast is at 9 am. Meeting is at 10 a.m. All veterans areinvited to attend.
Saturdays• At Paoletti’s Restaurant, intimate Wine Tasting at
the bar at 1 pm. Great values in wines from around theworld, available for retail sales daily. Cheese andCrackers are served. Cost: $20 per person.
• At Cyprus International Restaurant, live musicbeginning at 9 p.m. No cover.
• Highlands Knitting & Needlepoint Guild meetsto knit, crochet and needlepoint on the terrace at theBascom. Questions? 526-1741.
• At The Bascom, Nov. 12, 19, Dec. 11 and 18(no class on Thanksgiving Saturday or ChristmasParade day). Youth will learn about other cultures andmake crafts that can hang on the tree or be given asgifts. Each class will cover the art and culture of twodifferent countries. To register or for more information,visit www.thebascom.org or call 828.526.4949, ext.100.
Wednesdays through Dec. 15• Have you ever experienced grief? Has some-
one close to you died? Has your marriage ended indivorce, leaving you feeling angry or possibility de-pressed? If you have experienced a significant lossand want to meet with others sharing similar feelings,the join us. Highlands United Methodist Church(HUMC) is hosting a free Grief Support Group, whichis open to the community. Beginning Wednesday, No-
vember 3rd, through December 15th the group willmeet in the church parlor, from 6:15-7:30pm. If youwant to come early and join us for supper, $5 perperson of $12 per family, call the church office byMonday of each week. (526-3376) The support groupis facilitated by Dr. Jamye Christy. Dr. Christy has 15years of Pastoral Counseling experience. HUMC isexcited to offer this support to the community. Comeshare your story, and make the journey to better emo-tional health.
Thurs., Nov. 4• Taize in Highlands, 5:30 at Highlands United
Methodist Church.Friday, Nov. 5• The High Mountain Squares will dance this
Friday night, November 5th at the Macon CountyCommunity Building from 6:30 to 9 PM. Jim Duncanfrom Otto and, Jim Roper from Cornella, GA will be thecallers. We dance Western Style Square Dancing,main/stream and plus levels. There will be a PlusWorkshop from 6:30 to 7. Everyone is welcome. Forinformation call 828-349-0905 or 828-369-8344.
Fri. & Sat., Nov. 5-6• At The Bascom, Mini-workshop: Bill Rouda,
photography, Improving the Photographic Eye. Forinformation, call 828.526.4949.
Sat., Nov. 6• The Nantahala Hiking Club will take a 6 mile
moderate hike in Panthertown Valley to Blackrock Mtn.,Granny Burrell’s Falls, and Salt Rock Overlook, withan elevation change of 800 feet. Meet at the HighlandsBank of America at 9:30 a.m. or the Cashiers WachoviaBank at 9:50 a.m. Bring water, lunch, wear sturdyshoes. Drive 50 miles round trip. Call leader Jim
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On Thursday, November11, The Bas-com will be hosting a free Veteran’s Day ArtProgram celebration for kids. Susan Nasta-sic, a popular Bascom youth instructor, willlead students in a patriotic project that in-cludes elements of design, color, pattern,and construction.
Two age-specific sessions will be of-fered: kindergarten-fourth grade will befrom 10 to 11:30 am. and fifth-eighth gradefrom 1 to 3 p.m. Snacks will be provided.
“The Bascom offers many free eventsand hands on opportunities for communi-ty participation. The “Spooky Raku” potteryfiring on Halloween brought out many de-
Veteran’s Day Art Program celebrationat The Bascom
lighted observers and participants. We willhighlight another important holiday, Vet-eran’s Day with a program that allows chil-dren to use their imaginations and honorAmerica’s veterans,” said Norma Hendrix,The Bascom’s education director. “This isall part of our continued creative outreacheffort for the Highlands-Cashiers plateau.”
Exhibitions at The Bascom are free andopen to the public Tuesdays through Satur-days from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Workshop regis-tration is going on now and space is limit-ed. For more information on The Bascomvisit www.thebascom.org or call 828.526.4949.
Susan Nastasic will teach The Bascom’s free Veteran’s Day Art Programcelebration for kids. To register or for more information on The Bascom call828. 526.4949 or visit www.thebascom.org.
Circle Saturday, November 13 on yourcalendar as The Bascom unveils three “donot miss” events. First, the A Stitch in Time:Quilts exhibition opens in The Bascom LoftGallery. Enjoy this opportunity to exam-ine quilts on loan from local collectors andappreciate functional objects as works ofart. Quilts embody the love and care of fam-ily, as they were originally created forwarmth and protection in our mountainheritage. Today, these once-practical ob-jects are treasured and collected by familyand fiber enthusiasts. The exhibition willbe on view through December 18.
Then join in The Bascom’s Nog Offand Table-Scape competition from 5-7 pm.Bring your own unique, interpretive ideasor just your taste buds to The Bascom’s NogOff, a friendly contest and culinary cele-bration of a favorite holiday drink. Thereare two ways to participate. Submit your
Be a part of The Basom’s Nog Off andTable-Scape Competition; view the
historic beauty of the ‘A Stitch in Time: Quilts Exhibition’
favorite eggnog recipe or come sample thenogs and cast your vote to determine the2010 victor. For those with a more decora-tive flair, the Tablescape event shows off cre-atively designed table arrangements. Prizeswill be awarded! The days festivities are freeto the public and there is no entry fee forparticipants.
Don’t miss The Bascom’s outstandingexhibition line-up including Fire and Heatby Three; Recent Works: Aaron Yakim andCynthia Taylor; American Craft Today,Moulthrop and Woodturning Magic andPatrick Dougherty’s Do Tell environmentalsculpture. Exhibitions at The Bascom arefree and open to the public Tuesdaysthrough Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.To register for the Nog Off and Table-Scapeor for more information on The Bascomvisit www.thebascom.org or call 828.526.4949.
•See EVENTS page 12
Whitehurst, 526-8134, for reservations. Visitors arewelcome but no pets please.
Sunday, Nov. 7• The Highlands United Methodist Church youth
will have Krispy Kreme Doughnuts for sale for $10 adozen on Sunday morning between services. This isa fundraiser for Haiti.
• The Nantahala Hiking Club will take an easy1.2-mile hike on Lakeside Drive Trail, beginning at theMacon County Health Center to walk through woodsand fields . This short neat hike is one of Franklin’s littletreasures. Meet at the Macon County Health Centerparking lot at 2 p.m. Bring water; wear sturdy shoes.Call Leader Kay Coriell, 369-6820, for reservations.Visitors are welcome, but no pets please.
Tuesday, Nov 9• Highlands Dialogue is developing a list of doc-
uments that should be “required reading” for anyoneseeking or elected to public office. These documentsand/or books can be anything from any time. After thegroup has created the list, the group will rank them andsend the list to every person in the Federal, State, or
Local Government who represents anyone attendingthe Dialogue. Coordinator: Mary Lou Worley. TheHighlands Dialogue’s Tuesday discussions are heldat the Civic Center from 10:00–11:30 a.m. For moreinformation about the Highlands Dialogue or any ofour upcoming discussions, please e-mail John [email protected] or Karen [email protected]. If you would like us to addyour name to the Highlands Dialogue’s e-mail list, pleasecontact David Scheyer at [email protected].
Thursday, Nov. 11• The November meeting of The Western North
Carolina Woodturners Club will meet on Thursday at6 PM at the Blue Ridge School, in Glenville. Drive tothe back of the school to the woodworking shop. Visitorsare always welcomed. The club meets every secondThursday.
Thursday-Sunday, Nov. 11-14• Annual Culinary Festival. Call the Chamber of
Commerce for details. 526-2114.Sat., Nov. 13 - Sat., Dec. 18
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Ongoing and Upcoming EventsPULL OUT
Open Mon – Saturday • 10am to 5pm450 Main Street Highlands, NC 828-526-5226
• Accessories• Gourmet
Kitchenware• Dinner Settings
Gourmet Sauces & Spices
SPECIALTY FOODS & MORE
Gourmet toGo &
Catering526-0383
Tuesday-Saturday • 11-6Next to D&J Express Mart at Main & 3st streets
Also home to Wedding Designs3
RosewRosewRosewRosewRosewood Marketood Marketood Marketood Marketood Market
Monday-Saturday 8-5:30493 Dillard Road (NC 106)
Highlands(828) 526-2762
Dusty’sYour one-stop shopping store
Hot Soups and Side Salads!
Butcher Shop, Bakery, Produce,
Salads, Wine, Beer, Specialty Foods.Try our new Cake Pops, Cupcakes, Fall
Cookies & other treatsRemember we make beignets Fridayand Saturday mornings until 10 a.m.
• At The Bascom, A Stitch in Time: Quilts. Admis-sion is free. For information, call 828.526.4949 or visitwww.thebascom.org. Galleries are open to the public,Tues.-Sat., 10 am-5 pm; Sun., noon-5 pm.
Sat., Nov. 13• At The Bascom, Nog Off and Table-Scape
Competition, 5-7 pm. An artistic, culinary celebration ofa favorite holiday drink featuring some delicious andunique family eggnog recipes. Admission is free. Forinformation, call 828.526.4949 or visitwww.thebascom.org.
• At The Bascom, Demonstration: Holiday Floral
Arranging, 10:30-11 am. Admission is free. For infor-mation or to register, call 828.526.4949 or visitwww.thebascom.org.
• The Christmas Tree “on the Hill,” 212 S. FourthStreet, presents the Saucy Sisters dispensing wineand holiday entertaining tips from noon to 4 p.m. Eventis FREE. Information call (828) 526-3687.
• The Nantahala Hiking Club will take a moder-ate-to-strenuous 7-mile hike in Panthertown Valley toSchoolhouse Falls, Wilderness Falls and Little GreenMtn. with an elevation change of 300 ft. into and out ofthe valley and a steep climb up Little Green. Meet atCashiers Wachovia Bank (in back) at 9:00 a.m. Bringwater, lunch; wear sturdy shoes. Drive 30 miles roundtrip. Call leaders Mike and Susan Kettles, 743-1079,for reservations. Visitors are welcome but no petsplease.
Mon.-Sun., Nov. 15-21• Operation Christmas Child at Community Bible
Church from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 828-526-4949 ext.100 for more information.
Thurs., Nov. 18• Taize in Highlands, 5:30 at Our Lady of the
Mountain Catholic Church.Sat., Nov. 20• The Nantahala Hiking Club will take a moderate
5-mile hike on the Park Ridge and Park Creek trails inthe Standing Indian area. Meet at Westgate Plaza inFranklin (opposite Burger King) at 9:00 a.m. Bringwater, lunch; wear sturdy shoes. Drive 40 miles roundtrip. Call leader Gail Lehman, 524-5298, forreservations. Visitors are welcome, but no pets please.
• At The Bascom, Play in the Clay Day. $40 formembers, $45 for non members. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.Call 526-4949, ext. 100 for more information.
Sun., Nov 21
• The Nantahala Hiking Club will take an easy-to-moderate 3-mile hike on the Tennessee RockOverlook Trail in Black Rock Mtn. State Park nearClayton GA. Meet at the Smoky Mtn. Visitor Center at2:00 p.m. or call leader for an alternate meeting placeif coming from Highlands. Drive 28 miles round trip.Bring water, a snack if you wish, and a few extradollars for the carpool drivers. There is a $3 parkingfee at the park. Call leader Kay Coriell, 369-6820, forreservations or an alternate meeting place if comingfrom Highlands or Clayton. Visitors are welcome butno pets please.
Tuesday, Nov. 23• Community Thanksgiving Dinner at the
Highlands Civic Center at 6 p.m. It’s free.Fri. & Sat., Nov. 26-27• At The Bascom, A Gingerbread House Work-
shop. Participants are invited to enter their creations ina contest, to be judged by popular vote. $40 Bascommembers/$45 non-members. The public is invited tocast their votes Tuesday-Saturday, November 30-December 10, 10 am-5pm. The winners will be an-nounced at 10 am, Saturday, December 11, the publicis invited. For information, call 828.526.4949.
• At The Bascom, Artist’s Marketplace in the DaveDrake Studio Barn Featuring a gathering of artist ta-bles in the Studio Barn, the marketplace is the idealplace to find unique, affordable, one-of-a-kind artists’works for Christmas, hostess and New Year’s gifts.For information, call 828.526.4949.
• At Paoletti’s, Grand Holiday Wine Tasting at 1p.m. $20 per person. Refundable with wine purchase.
Friday, Nov. 26• Santa at the Visitor Center from 10 a.m. to 3
Email events [email protected]
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COUNTRY CLUB PROPERTIESWright Sq. 828-526-2520 | www.ccphighlandsnc.com | [email protected]
Main Street526-5010
Mt. Fresh787-2002
Cute Mirror Lake area cottage. 2bedroom 3 bath that lives like an 4/3in fully finished walk out basement.Wood burning stone fireplace inliving room, wood floors and lots ofoutside decking, covered front porch.New 30-yr shingle roof and freshexterior paint mid- 2007. Startenjoying immediately! MLS# 67027,Offered at $395,000
Designers Home in the Breezes ffNorth Cobb Road near HighlandsCountry Club. 3 bedrooms, plus den,4 baths. Great Living room withfantastic screened porch! Lowmaintenance yard. Excellent parking.Offered at $650,000.Owner wantsoffer! MLS #68298
In the King Mountain gatedcommunity. Main level has a hugemaster with bath, guest bedroom,office and bath. Upper level has 2bedrooms, bath, loft and balcony.Lower level has a family/rec room withguest room and bath. Offered at$1,095,000. MLS #62947
Old Highlands Charm with thischarming cottage that sitsoverlooking the headwaters of theCullasaja River with lake access toMirror Lake. Recently renovated.Offered at $495,000. MLS #67443
This property features over 28 acreswith spectacular views, great streamand waterfall, Spacious andcomfortable main house with 4bedrooms and four and 1/2 baths, and2 guesthouses for family and friends.Close to 4 area Country Clubs, butvery private at the end of the lane.Offered at $5,900,000 MLS#68455
Excellent condition! New paint.Quality finishes. Ridgeline view. Twocar garage. Additional living room onlower level for guests. Offered at$895,000 MLS# 67855
Unique property has 2 bedroom, 2bath cabin with Blue Valley view andcan be purchased with 1 acre at$295,000, or with up to 9 acres foradditional building sites, Offered at$785,000 MLS#66916
Close to town cottage with new woodfloors, granite counter tops, newappliances, furnished. Stonefireplaceand the deck. 3 largebedrooms, each with bath. Upstairshas a sitting room. Owner wants offer!Offered at $449,000. MLS #67580
Highlands Counry Club.40 -yearshake roof, wood floors, stonefireplace. Custom kitchen with Vikingappliances. Irrigated flower boxes,huge deck and porch spaces. 45 KWgenerator. 5 BR, 5 BA, 2-car garage.Membership is a golf equity and isavailable upon satisfaction of all clubrequirements. Offered at $1,850,000.MLS #67843
Starter cottage in Mirror lake area,This Hickory Hill home features a nicewooded lot and a great cabin readyto customize to your own taste. 2bedrooms, one bath. Loved by thelast owners for decades. Offered at$239,000. MLS#68724
Great Highlands Country Club homeon the 5th green. Craftsmanshipthroughout. Master suite has sittingarea with porch and 2 baths, 2additional bedrooms on the main floorliving area, each with baths. Theguest quarters, too. Guest houseabove the garage and golf cart shed.Offered at $2,200,000. MLS #68329
Nature and serenity. Get back to thereason you came here. REDUCED$49,000. Spacious and immaculate 4BR, 3.5 bath home with loads of roomto entertain friends and family. 2 cargarage, on over an acre. Big Creek inview of the porch! Offered at$498,500. MLS#67423
No maintenance, unique 4 bedroom,4 1/2 bath mountain getaway securelylocated behind the 24/7 guarded gatesof Cullasaja Club. Cathedral ceilings,two stone fireplaces, slate wet bar.Furnished, owner financing possible.Offered at $795,000. MLS# 68101
Price Reduced! Adorable homewithin walking distance to MirrorLake! 3bedrooms each with a privatebath; a detached garage; cathedral,beamed ceiling in LR with a stonefaced fireplace; a nice deck withprivacy. Offered at $324,900.Furnished.
Located atop one of the highestridges in Cullasaja Club, this largeestate offers the ultimate in view andprivacy. Almost 4 acres that adjoinsUSFS lands, with flat usable grounds.3 bedroom, 3 ½ bath main house andcharming guest house. Additional lotOffered at $3,300,000. MLS #67407
Great log cabin with rock fireplace.Greatroom, dining room, kitchen,hardwood floors and split floor plan.Large back deck with winter view ofRabun Bald Mountain. All on onelevel. 17-acre community lake Osage.MLS# 67737, Offered at $375,000.
Almost new home is located off OwlGap Road in a wonderful subdivisionabout four miles from town withpaved roads access. Soaring ceilings,custom kitchen, one car carport.Large covered porch. MLS# 67613,Offered at $599,900
Satulah Ridge 2 bedrooms, 2 baths,large greatroom with stone fireplacethat expands onto large screenedporch. Partial slab basement withgreat workshop. Some furnishingsare negotiable and it is in move-incondition! Offered at $279,000. MLS#67111
Walk to town and a view for under$500,000. On Holt Circle . 3 bedrooms,3 baths, plus a bonus room. Rusticflair and an open great room design.Fireplace, great porch to enjoy themountain view! Fully furnished for$424,000. MLS#67123
Large 3+/- acre lot, nicely landscapedgrounds w/water features. 5BR/4Bathhome with plenty of room for friendsand family.Lower level has 2BR/1Bath w/small kitchen, and isHandicap Accessible. Art studio,workshop, wet bar. Priced to sell at$698,000. MLS #70237
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Country Club [email protected]
Choosing a REALTOR you can trust isone of the most important steps thata buyer or seller can make in today’s
real estate market. While there are manyoptions that are available for both buyers and
sellers, there are some characteristics that canmake a particular REALTOR stand out whenselecting a person to lead you through thetransaction process.
One of the best ways to select a potential
REALTOR can be toask around the com-munity at banks, lawoffices and other localbusinesses in order toget an idea of who isrecommended by thelocal business owners.Reputation can be anindicator of both thesuccess and the hon-esty of a real estateagent, and is some-thing that every buyerand seller should lookfor when makingsuch an importantchoice.
Experience canand should be a pri-mary factor in choos-ing a REALTOR, main-ly because that experience can help make fora smoother process. An experienced real es-tate broker can help guide both buyers andsellers through the listing offer and closingprocesses and can offer the most realistic ad-vice possible thanks to previous transactions.
Another quality that can be importantin choosing an agent is the knowledge of thelocal area. A REALTOR who has lived in thearea for many years will be of greater assis-tance in the “ins and outs” of the particularlandscape. Longevity can allow for an agent
to know of the best val-ues, neighborhoodsand views in the areain order to best matchup a potential clientwith what they are in-terested in.
A good agent willalso be willing to workwith both the buyerand the seller in orderto make the transac-tion as smooth as pos-sible. In today’s econ-omy, a small snag innegotiations can bethe difference betweena sale that closes and asale that falls through.Quality agents under-stand the process of ne-gotiation and can help
in making the transaction something thatleaves both sides walking away with a plea-surable experience.
In closing, I would like to remind all ofthose who will be leaving us for the winter toremember to winterize your homes beforeheading back to warmer locations. Freezingtemperatures can cause pipes to burst andcan damage homes, so make sure that yourpipes are prepared to withstand the moun-tain winter so that you can return to a homethat is in good condition.
Choosing the right Realtor is paramount
off game on Saturday. Highlander coachChris Green is looking forward to the chal-lenge that the state playoffs will bring, sayingthat “It’s like a brand new season for us inthat every game is a one game season fromhere on out and we have to bring our besteffort every night.”
... SOCCER from pg 8
seasons of hard work and preparation by agroup of girls that have stayed focused ongetting better every time they step on thecourt. This is a team that is hungry to winand you see it in how they play the game. Ateam that has overcome the loss of one ofour starters (Sarah Power) to a season end-ing injury and on a weekly basis overcomeopponents that are bigger and stronger andhave a lot more depth, by playing as a unitand controlling the ball.”
Senior Taylor Buras seconded the wordsof her coach, noting that “it was very satisfy-ing for the refs to come and tell us that ourswas the best defense they had seen all year-we did the best we could with what we hadand tried to do our best every time we tookthe court.”
... VOLLEYBALL from 8
State of newPost Office
– Update: Encouraging –
Here is the most recent update on theproposed Post Office for the Highlandsarea.
A meeting was held on Nov. 2 withofficial postal authorities, and with all con-cerned it appeared to go very well. All par-ties being satisfied.
As yet, we have not been given a defi-nite statement, but there are no indica-tions that negatives are present.
We are greatly encouraged with theeffective cooperation and a very pleasantmeeting.
We will keep everyone posted.– Jane Woodruff
AREA HEALTH SPECIALISTS
Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 4, 2010 - Page 15
Dr. Joseph H. Wilbanks, D.D.S.
706-886-9439 • 800-884-9439www.WilbanksSmileCenter.com
278 East Doyle St. • Toccoa, GA
You are only 50 miles away from 30 years experience intop-notch, high-tech, one-stop dentistry known for its
gentle touch.
• Dental Implants• Root Canal Therapy• Single Visit Crowns
• Orthodontics including Invisalign• Wisdom Teeth Extractions
and of course Fillings and Cleanings!(IV Sedation, too)
... HYBRID continued from page 7the implications of a pure Council-TownManger form of government.
Skip Keener said he was against TownManager Jim Fatland having ultimate con-trol over hiring and firing everyone. “The lasttwo employees worked for him in the pastand that’s just not right. I think these posi-tions should be advertised to see if more peo-ple can do the job.”
The board is currently considering hir-ing Mark Maxwell to be interim Zoning Ad-ministrator. He worked as Fatland’s PublicWorks Director in Tryon when he was TownManager there.
Though his employment was going tobe considered in closed session Wednesdaynight, when commissioners learned thatMaxwell’s reference check was done by Fat-land – his ex-boss – Commissioner Patter-son requested that information be suppliedby someone other than Fatland.
The closed session was cancelled andrescheduled following a continuation Town
Board meeting Monday, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m.when the board will also discuss bids for con-struction of the Police Department.
Ex-mayor Buck Trott said aside from ad-ministrative duties, it was very important tokeep the Police Department – which is trainedto follow the law — and the Zoning Admin-istrator, who is also bound by laws and stat-utes, separate from the regular chain of com-mand.
“Those two positions require a lot of ex-perience and training and there is no roomfor error in either one, no room. So you wantmore depth for oversight,” he said.
Mayor David Wilkes lobbied hard tochange the ordinance and CommissionersGary Drake and Larry Rogers agreed.
“We can’t make our Town Manager re-sponsible if we don’t give him ultimate au-thority,” said Wilkes.
Commissioner Dennis DeWolf said hewas on the fence about making a change, butin the end agreed with Dotson and Patter-
son.“First of all, if the Town Manger is total-
ly in control, how do we really understandhow good a job he is doing? But concerningthese positions, we have to have a connec-tion to them because they directly affect pub-lic policy and it does provide checks and bal-ances. We need to have a hybrid approach tothis and trust in the process of involving theboard in some way concerning the PoliceChief and Zoning Administrator.”
In the end Mayor Wilkes suggested leav-ing the ordinance in tact for now. However avote wasn’t taken.
See next week’s issue for more on theWednesday night’s Town Board meeting.
Specifics about the Police Department Ren-ovation Project and its financing; disussion onthe town’s Animal Control Ordinance, the ac-ceptance of the Macon County Recreation Agree-ment, and the financial stop-gaps put in place toreduce material weaknesses in the town’s fi-nancial system will be discussed.
– Kim Lewick
By Dr. Joseph Wilbanksm, D.D.S.As many as 20% of patients who don’t
make regular trips to the dentist cite the fearof dentists as the primary reason why theydon’t seek regular dental treatment.
Since it is so important for patients toreceive regular dental care for overall health,here at Wilbanks Smile Center we try to en-courage our patients to keep their regular den-tal appointments by making visits as com-fortable and stress free as possible. In addi-tion to the early detection of dental prob-lems like oral bone loss, infection, and gumdisease, poor dental hygiene can also lead toan increased risk of strokes and heart dis-ease. Part of your comprehensive examina-tion also includes a regular check for oralcancer, which may otherwise go undetected.
The fear of dentists can be the result ofnumerous situations, but is frequently the re-sult of the anticipation of pain, either involv-ing the procedure itself or the needles thatare associated with the numbing process.Many older patients may have endured den-tal treatments that were unduly painful priorto modern pain free dental techniques.
A feeling of not being in control mayalso result in a fear of dentists and in somerare cases, a phobia of dental care.Despite the nature of fearful symptoms insome patients, there are numerous optionsthat are available to provide successful dentaltreatment. Sedation dentistry uses a range ofmedications and most anxious patients re-spond well to it. While local anesthetics mayalso be needed during a potentially painfulprocedure, the injection is usually given fol-lowing the administration of a sedative. Be-fore appointments, oral sedatives may be giv-en to patients inducing a feeling of relaxationand sedation by IV is another option avail-able for patients that require it. Another toolthat is used in sedation dentistry is nitrousoxide which gives the patient a calm and re-laxed feeling when it is inhaled.
Please contact my Toccoa, GA, full-ser-vice dental office today to discuss your op-tions for anxiety-free dental treatment. Getthe care you need without the stress by call-ing 706-886-9439 today.
Dental care forfearful patients
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HELP WANTED
SHOP AND INFORMATION DESK ASSOCIATE — Highlands, NCart center is seeking a part-time experienced shop and information desk associate.Candidate must have customer service and retail marketing skills and be proficientin POS, Microsoft Office Suite and digital telephone systems. Must be able tosolve problems and work independently and effectively communicate information.Knowledge of retail marketing and specialty art merchandise a plus. Finalistsmust pass a security background check. Submit cover letter and resume: LeilaGriffith, Director of Retail Operations, The Bascom, [email protected] orP.O. Box 766, Highlands, N.C. 28741. Please no phone calls. (11/4)
FULL-OR PART-TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT HIGH-ENDCLOTHING STORE – Retail sales experience necessary. Call 828-482-2118.(St. 10/7)
PART TIME POSITION – Enthusiastic sales associate/manager forestablished upscale antiques & accessories store. call 828.421.9136 (St. 9/16)
PART TIME MANAGER NEEDED IMMEDIATELY AT RETAILAPPAREL AND GIFT STORE. Flexible hours and benefits. Please reply toPO Box 2366, Highlands NC 28741 or e-mail [email protected]. (st.8/5)
Customer Service Rep / Online Book-Keeper needed , No applicationform fee needed and earn $200 weekly , for more info please send yourresume and contact to [email protected]
WANTED
LOOKING FOR CARPENTRY WORK. Have tools. Please call Alferdo:524-9304 or 371-2976.
LOOKING FOR LANDSCAPING, yardwork. Call 828-200-1038 or 526-1025.
LOOKING FOR HOUSECLEANING WORK. Call 828-200-1038 or 526-1025.
ESTATE SALE/YARD SALE
SATURDAY; NOVEMBER 6TH, from 9 am til 4 p.m. @ 674 ChestnutStreet. Go straight to the rear of the property. (10) antique kitchen straight chairs,(2) Amish chairs, end tables, coffee table, sofa, (2) wing chairs, small mahoganychest, oak glider, upholstered chair and ottoman, dbl. size mattress and box-spring, many outdoor planters, glassware, antiquities, iron cookware, outdoorfurniture, tables, honda generator, household items, lamps, fans, wool rugs, (4)picnic tables, aluminum truck toolbox, Bose Wave Radio/CD, Remington shotgun,rocking chairs, set of (4) Goodyear Caravan 225ST x 75R/15, christmas
ITEMS FOR SALE
GUITARS – G-L, Fender, Gibson., 9-string. Flat Top Call 526-2471. (11/18)CYPRUS - 1,800 board feet, clear #1 interior or cabinet grade, no cupping,
curling or chinking, perfectly cured and stored inside. 1"x10"x12'. $1.50 per linearfoot, or $18 per board. Also, new set of thermo-pane sliding doors & vertical blinds:$150 for all. 828-526-8645 (st. 10/21)
2 ANTIQUE HEADBOARDS QUILTED. OBO; 6 ft. Queen sleeper-sofa,multi-stripe $250; glass top. $50 each; Pet door. Fits standard 7 ft. single door. $50;Call 828-743-5543 (st. 9/30)
2009 CAMOUFLAGE ATV 250 CC BRAND- KAYAK has front and rearracks with helmet and trailer only 20 miles.Great Christmas Present or Great forHunting Season! Paid $5,000, will sacrifice for $1,895 or OBO. 828-371-2129 or828-371-2129.(st. 9/9)
AFGHANISTAN-VINTAGE RIFLE very rare. Collector’s Dream. Sawone at gun show for $7,000-$10,000. Great for Christmas for REAL gun collector.Over 100 years old. Will sacrifice for $1899 or OBO. 828-371-2129 or 828-524-7233 (st. 9/9)
BALDWIN ORGAN $100, Gulbransen Spinet piano $250. 828 526 4818(st. 8/26)
PIANO — MAKE OFFER! Gorgeous Fully restored. Late 1800s uprightowned by the Vanderbelts and was in the Biltmore Estates. Plays beautifully$7,000 invested, worth way more. Must sell. Will sacrifice for $2,100. 828-524-7233 or 828-371-2129 (st. 10/22)
COLEMAN 5000 ER ELECTRONIC GARAGE DOOR. $500. Call 526-5025. (st. 8/13)
VEHICLES FOR SALE
LINCOLN TOWN CAR, sign/series. 1998 48,000 miles. Excellent condition.Call 828-743-5543 (st. 10/7)
MERCEDES BENZ 1995, C220, $5,900. New tires, brakes, battery, hoses.Garaged. Perfect, dependable, exceptional, 32 mpg regular gas, 182,000 miles.706/745-3993 or 404/520-0852. (st. 6/17)
2003 NISSAN FRONTIER – 4 Door, 60,000 miles, Excellent condition,$9,000 OBO. 526-9180.(St. 5/20)
SERVICES
HAVING COMPANY, A DINNER PARTY OR UNEXPECTED LASTMINUTE GUESTS? In a dilemma? I have the perfect fix! Would a fresh buttermilkpie or fruit cobbler with a side of whipped cream fit the bill? Call Caroline to ordernow. 828-342-0625
ECONOMY SEDAN SERVICE – AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION.Easy Pickup Procedures. Hikders, Casino, Attractions or anywhere! Call Bill forBEST preices. 407-810-6408. (10/28)
WILL SIT FOR ELDERLY, HANDICAPPED OR CHILDREN. Yourhome or mine. 13 years childcare experience. By the hour. Call 828-966-3988.References.
THE HIGHLANDS HANDYMAN – Anything and Everything. LocalReferences. Call a neighbor. Call Mark at 526-0031.
RESIDENTIAL CLEANING – affordable rates. Call 828-369-0589. (st. 7/8)
QUALITY PAINTING, PRESSURE WASHING, LANDSCAPING,CARPENTRY. Steaming, shampooing, drycleaning floors any surface,Upholstering, rugs, curtains, whole houses. References 828-526-2536 or 828-332-7303.
HANDYMAN SPECIAL – Repairs and remodeling, electrical and plumb-ing, carpentry, painting and pressure washingmore. Low prices. Free estimate.Call 828-421-4667. (9/30)
DEBRIS AND TREE REMOVAL CLEAN UP. Roof and gutter repairexpert. Call 371-1103. (st. 2/25)
24-HOUR CARE FOR YOUR LOVED ONE – 16 years experience. Willtravel to accommodate. $2,800 monthly, negotiable. Call Clare Myers 828-349-3479 or 828-342-1603. (10/28)
TREE SERVICE – Complete Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding,Lot Clearing, Under Brushing, and Hemlock treatment and fertilization for “WoollyAdelgid.” 828-526-2251
J&J LAWN AND LANDSCAPING SERVICES – Complete LandscapingCompany, Design, Installation and Maintenance. Also featuring Plants, Trees,Hardscapes, Water Features, Rockwork, Fencing, Drainage, Erosion Controland RR-Tie work. 20 years serving Highlands area. 828-526-2251.
• CLASSIFIEDS •decorations.
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE
2 FOR 1 IN SHELBY PLACE – 3bed/2 bath, 2-story town house PLUSa 1 bedroom apartment on the lower level! All decorator finished and furnished.$299,000 or OBO. Call 770-622-0088. (11/25)
MUST SELL – 3 BR/2BA home. In town. Hickory Street. Offers WelcomE.352-494-1531. (10/28)
2/2 VILLA ON 14TH TEE MILL CREEK GOLF COURSE IN FRANKLIN.Furnished, skylights. Beautiful. $175,000. Call 419-967-0796. Pictures atwww.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1118110305 (11/4)
CLASSIC 40’S CABIN in Webbmont area w/ 1+ ac. 2/2.5 w/ wormychestnut walls. Completely renovated in 2000. Below REA at $439K furnished.By appt ONLY. 526-0974
TWO LOTS IN BLUE VALLEY – Dead-end Road. Water & Septicincluded. Subfloor and foundation on one, 70-ft. single-wide on the other. .55 acreand .65 acre. Borders USFS and great view of Satulah Mountain. Call 828-482-2052. (St. 11/24)
$205,000 FOR BOTH. BY OWNER NO AC NEEDED. CLASSIC COUN-TRY HOME, 4.2 acres. Perennial landscaping. 4 bed 3 bath, garage and shed2900 sq. ft living space. 1,523 sq. ft deck. $338,500, 743-5788 (st. 10/15)
RESIDENTIAL FOR RENT
2-BED, 2 BATH, loft, finished basement. Central heat. Long view. Nearboat dock. 828-508-2542. (st. 11/4)
CUTE HIGHLANDS COTTAGE. 2BR/1BA. Recently remodeled. Closeto town, private, quiet. Deck, W/D, DW, wood stove. No smoking. $795/month+ utilities. 770-845-1577. (st. 11/4)
ARCHITECTS PRIVATE 3BED/3BATH HOME. Stunning open livingarea. Two stone fireplaces, den, two decks overlooking stream and privatestocked trout pond. Designer furnished. Walking distance to town. Nonsmokers only; deposit required. Call 770-639-2682. (3/31)
COTTAGE ON TURTLE POND ROAD NEAR DILLARD ROAD. 2/2,unfurnished, $600 a month plus utilities. Call 526-5838 ext. 230 (st. 9/30).
1 BEDROOM/1 BATH, in-town furnished apartment, totally renovated, 2decks, hardwood floors, granite countertops, washer/dryer. Call: 526-9523 (st. 9/30)
HOUSE/ROOMS — split level house with 3 bedrooms 3 bath. Fireplace,washer & dryer, walking distance to hospital. 828 200-1064. (10/21)
1/BED/1 BATH APARTMENT. Furnished. Clean. No smokers, no pets.$450 per month plus utilities. Call 828-200-9360. (10/ 7)
2 BEDROOM, 1.5 BATH , central heat/air, dishwasher, wood floors at OakSquare Apartments on Main Street, Highlands.Washer-dryer access. Competitiverental price Available NOW. Call 828-421-1157. (st. 9/23)
FOR LEASE – LARGE, 2 STORY, 5 BEDROOM HOME with decks.Available for immediate occupancy Near downtown Highlands. 914-761-8880 x19 Sandy. (st. 4/29)
STUNNING MOUNTAIN VIEWS SECLUDED AND ONLY MINUTESFROM THE TOWN OF HIGHLANDS. Fully furnished, large 1 bed, 1 bath apt.with large walkin closet, porch and yard. Updated with new carpet. Availableseasonal through November. All utilities included AC and Heat. $1,200 month.Call 526-3608 (Spoiled Rotten) or evening, 526-2694, (st.4/29)
SMALL PRIVATE ONE BR FURNISHED COTTAGE ON CHESTNUTSTREET with screen porch. Additional sleeping loft. Three blocks to Main Street.Available immediately. $650. monthly plus utilities for six months lease. e-mail:[email protected] or, contact Charlie @ (828)526-8645 (st. 4/22)
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FOR SALE/RENT – BEST ‘COMMERCIAL’ BUY IN HIGHLANDS –535 4th Street. Zoned mixed-use, commercial and residential. Recent Remodel.Great retail/office and separate one-bedroom basement apartment. $299,000. Call770-827-0450. (St. 11/5)
RESTAURANT FOR LEASE ON THE CASHIERS ROAD. – Previ-ously occupied by High Country Cafe. 6,300 sq. ft. Call Buddy or SherryKremser at 706-782-6252. (St. 11/5)
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Highlands Police & Fire ReportsHighlands PD log entries from Oct. 21
Only the names of persons arrested, issued aClass-3 misdemeanor, or public officials havebeen used.
Oct. 21• At 3 p.m. several unauthorized charges were
reported on a credit card used at Ruka’s Table.The police are investigating.
Oct. 26• At 9 a.m., officers responded to a one-vehi-
cle accident at Lucerne Drive and Zermatt Circle.Oct. 27• At 9:39 p.m., police responded to a bear call
at a residence on Wyanaok Drive where an ag-gressive bear was on the porch. Once the bearwas gone, officers instructed the resident to take thebird feeder inside.
Oct. 29• At 3:39 p.m., officers responded to a one-
vehicle accident at the Regions Bank and SpringStreet.
• At 5:30 p.m., officers responded to a two-vehicle accident at US 64 and S. 2nd Street.
Oct. 30• At 1:05 p.m., a fanny pack with money, credit
cards and personal belongings was reported lost inthe vicinity of Loafer’s Bench on Main Street. It wasturned found.
• At 10:10 p.m., officers assisted A.L.E. agentsat a traffic stop at the Exxon Station where two menwere seen exchanging money for alcohol whichwas then given to an impaired man under the ageof 21 years old. Two people were cited – one forgiving a malt beverage to a person under 21 yearsof age and the other for consuming alcohol whenunder the age of 21. Eric Dietrich, 19, of Highlands,was arrested for DWI, purchasing a malt beveragewhen under 21, and for possession of marijuanaand drug paraphernalia. He was taken to the mag-istrate’s office and given a secured bond.
Oct. 31• At 2:11 a.m., Richard Henry Joiner, 45, of
Highlands, was arrested for DWI, for driving withan open container of alcohol in the vehicle and forresisting arrest. He was jailed on a secured $1,000bond and later released.
Nov. 2• A little after midnight, officers provided traffic
control for town crew.• At 11:06, officers responded to a 9-1-1 hangup
from Highlands Suites but were told the call was anaccident.
• During the week, police officers respondedto 11 alarm and issued 6 citations.
Highlands F& R Dept. log entries fromOct. 24:
Oct. 24• At 8:25 a.m., the dept. provided mutual aid to
Cashier FD while it fought a structure fire.• At 12:36 p.m. the dept. provided mutual aid
to the Cullasaja FD while it fought a structure fire onGoldmine Road.
Oct. 26• At 9:06 a.m., the dept. stood by at a downed
power line until the power company arrived.Oct. 28• at 6:05 p.m., the dept. responded to a fire
alarm on Country Club Drive but it was cancelledby the alarm company.
Oct. 29• At 12:29 p.m., the dept. responded to a mo-
torcycle accident on Flat Mountain Road. An in-jured man was taken to the hospital.
• At 5:19 p.m., the dept. responded to a vehi-cle accident on Main Street. There were no inju-ries.
Nov. 1• At 7:03 a.m., the dept. responded to the smell
of electric wire burning at a residence on CrescentCourt. It was dust burning in the furnace.
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... CHANGES continued from page 2between the votes for that candidate and thevotes for a prevailing candidate is not morethan one percent (1%) of the total votes castin the ballot item, or in the case of a multi-seat ballot item not more than one percent(1%) of the votes cast for those two candi-dates.
Incumbent Brian McClellan held hisseat against Allan “Ricky” Bryson — 58.95%(7,323) to 41.05% (5,099). McClellan car-ried all precincts in the Highlands District –District I.
Sheriff Robert Holland held his position
against George Lynch — 60.18% (7,802) to39.82% (5,162) carrying all districts exceptNantahala.
Four candidates vied for two Board ofEducation seats – Incumbent Tommy Cabeand Larry Brooks for District II and Incum-bent Bobby Bishop and Gary Shields for Dis-trict IV.
Incumbent Stephanie McCall ran un-opposed for Highlands’ District I seat.
Cabe held on to his seat with 52.15% ofthe vote (5,472 votes) to Brooks’ 47.54%
(4,988 votes). Brooks carried Highlands, Flatsand Nantahala.
Shields beat incumbent Bishop with69.92% of the vote (7,999 votes) to his29.97% (3,429 votes). Shields carried all thedistricts.
For a complete look at election resultsgo to http://maconnc.org click on CountyAgencies and Board of Elections.
Board of Election officials say the countsaren’t official until all the provisional ballotsare counted and the canvass is completed.
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Flipside
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Main St. Inn
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Ruka’s Table
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