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Major renovation on the Highland Inn in Monterey began in August.  The inn was constructed in 1904, was renovated over the years, but was in need of some major upgrades. The inn is owned by the Blue Grass Resource Center.  Betty Mitchell is the Executive Director. “Right now Lantz Construction is wrapping up phase one,…

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https://pinecast.com/listen/ec65ba37-c83c-4ef1-b9de-760790217a91.mp3 They’re easily recognized by their black and orange markings and delicate yet purposeful flight. But the Monarch Butterfly is also under threat.  After a thorough assessment of the monarch butterfly’s status, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has found that adding the monarch butterfly to the list of threatened and endangered species is warranted…

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Common scams and how to avoid them

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Locally, the Convention and Visitors Bureau, is involved in helping limit the virus spread through a “Mask-Up Campaign.

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https://pinecast.com/listen/5b6f8370-dd04-4308-89e4-4206b90e0b65.mp3 The Recorder newspaper in Bath and Highland Counties has been publishing since 1877.   The pandemic almost brought an end to that.  The Recorder is still publishing, but with the future a bit uncertain, the staff is looking ahead with hope and a plan. Anne Adams is the Publisher of The Recorder. “Back in March,…

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  The Highland County Recreation Commission has several unique Christmas events coming up to help spread cheer during this difficult time.    One staple, though, is the annual Holiday Lights Contest. Jessy Wilfong is Recreation Director of the Highland County Recreation Commission. “This year we’ve switched it up a bit and since the Chamber is not…

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A very special convoy of trucks will depart from Columbia Falls, Maine on December 15th making its way to Arlington National Cemetery, in Virginia.  The trucks will each carry a load of handmade wreaths destined for the gravesites of fallen heroes at the cemetery.  JD Walker is one of the truck drivers who volunteer for…

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“We were hoping to get the kids back before Christmas break, but it is looking more and more doubtful. So, we’re orange and on remote learning and it is what it is,” said School Superintendent Terrence Beam.

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In-person learning targeted to begin again on January 4th

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On Saturday evening, The Highland County Arts Council is presenting a variety show as part of it’s Second Saturday at Seven concert series.   It’s celebrating the Arts Council’s twenty eighth anniversary of bringing the arts to Highland County.  The Arts Council has done these variety shows in the past, but this year is a little…

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