Articles by Patrick Taylor
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
I want to thank everyone for a very successful and civil public hearing last Thursday night that addressed the Highlands Planning Board’s recommendations concerning short term rental amendments to the UDO. Over thirty people spoke at the hearing and expressed positions both for and against the recommendations being considered. The Highlands Town Board of Commissioners have been given written public comments submitted for the hearing.
Doktore, poplach, jde o všecko!
Vítejte znovu v malebném irském městečku Ballybucklebo mezi jeho bodrými obyvateli, jejichž radosti i trable humorně a s láskou líčí Patrick Taylor. Opět se setkáváme s Fingalem O’Reillym, svérázným a občas drsným, ale obětavým doktorem, za nímž pacienti chodí nejen s neduhy, ale i s osobními trampotami. Teď se ale doktor ohlíží do mladých let, kdy se chtěl jako čerstvý absolvent lékařské fakulty oženit s půvabnou porodní asistentkou Deirdre Mawhinneyovou.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
This past week’s town board meeting had a long agenda. Admittedly, some of us college basketball fans wanted to get home early to see the start of March Madness; nevertheless, we stayed the cours... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
Two weeks ago, the Macon County Board of Commissioners held two hearings. One was on a proposed redistricting of the county. The second was a proposal to replace the county planning b... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
We are approaching the time of the year when seniors at the Highlands School are making decisions about furthering their education. Also at this time, community organizations will be preparing to a... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
Dollywood, a monumental tourist venue, does it, but we no longer do it. Highlands is no longer closed for the winter season. Starting after Christmas, Dollywood is shut down until the middle of Mar... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
At the start of the North Carolina Legislative session, several bills were introduced that would have curtailed municipalities’ efforts to manage or implement land-use, zoning, and development po... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
The town board meeting will be on Thursday, Jan. 15, at the Highlands Community Building next to the ball field. The first meeting will be the workshop session beginning at 6 p.m, followed by the m... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
I have a wish list for Highlands going into the new year. Whether I get all that I believe we need as a town may or not become a reality, but I am always hopeful. First on my list is that we... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
Last Thursday was a stress-filled day for Highlands. Some may ask how such a situation could happen, with the town threatened by a potential active shooter. How could that happen in beautiful, tran... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
I worry that Thanksgiving is being overlooked by marketing and promotion forces. It is not a big-ticket holiday like Christmas or Halloween, and it is being sandwiched between the two. There are no... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
I would like to thank everyone for the opportunity to serve as Mayor of Highlands for another four years. When I was first elected back in 2013, I never thought I would serve 12 years, let alone 16... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
In the 2024 election, there was a remarkably close race for a North Carolina Supreme Court seat. Only about 700 votes separated the candidates in this major statewide race. During the recoun... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
I get a lot of emails and text messages about town issues. Last week, I received feedback about two events. Instead of responding to the messages individually, I am responding publicly here. ... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
Whatever happened to the North Carolina Legislature? They entered the biennium’s long session in January. What are they doing now? What bills did they pass impacting towns and cities? What about ... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
Emporia State volleyball set to go in ‘Washburn Invitational’ on Friday Original
EMPORIA (KSNT) – The Hornets will open week two of its season at the ‘Washburn Invitational’ tomorrow. The team dropped its first two games of the season last weekend in the San Diego invite against Point Loma and Cal State San Bernardino. The Hornets closed out the weekend with a 3-1 win against Northwest Nazarene.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
Last Thursday began as a very pleasant day with sunny skies and everyone in town expecting a great Labor Day weekend. I had just left the annual town employees’ picnic, where we feasted on Blue H... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
This week will have been replete with meetings. The pace of community meetings and gatherings will pick up even more as we head toward fall. On Wednesday, the Mirror Lake Improvement Associa... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
Australian amateur teams named ahead of major competitions
First is the team of seven heading to the Philippines for the 2025 Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation Senior Amateur Championship from 24-26 September at the Orchard Golf and Country Club, Cavite, Philippines. Headed up by reigning Australian Senior Women's Amateur champion Gemma Dooley (NSW), Australia will be looking to make it four wins in as many years in the team championships.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
Last week, I attended a meeting concerning future transportation projects for Macon County. The Southwestern Regional Planning Organization hosted the meeting. This regional organization handles pr... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
The Highlands Plateau is hot. No, not summer hot, we are still cool, but Highlands is hot as a desirable place to live with incredible beauty coupled with a strong community and civic life. ... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
I am on the executive board of the Southwestern Regional Planning Commis-sion. I received an invitation from the Mountain West Partnership, a subsidiary of the commission, concerning a big economic... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
Sallie and I read an article by David Brooks this past week that prompted us to reflect on current events and the world’s situation. The essence of the piece asked the question, why are so many p... Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
Granny's Confections Launches New Fundraising Program Giving 30% Back
Granny's Confections Launches New Fundraising Program Giving 30% Back Granny's Confections Fundraiser Includes Peanut Brittle, Caramel Popcorn and Gift Boxes A Fundraising Program That Gives Back 30% Of Sales Caramel Popcorn Is An Easy Sell, Especially When It Is Handmade Like Granny Made It. Transform Your Fundraising Efforts: A Powerful Program Designed to Elevate Success and Help Groups Achieve Their Goals Fast.
Ice cool Conran gets it done at Heritage Classic
STORY BY PATRICK TAYLOR Tied with Victorian Nathan Page coming down to the last hole, Conran, from Orange in New South Wales, hit a brilliant wedge approach to inside a metre and tapped in for a final birdie, securing a tournament-winning 22-under-par total. It was a closing 7-under 65 for Conran, who's the son of long-time tour pro Steve Conran, and he finished second in last year’s PNG Open. Page's 67, however, couldn't quite get it done in front of his home crowd.
Extra hands gain experience at the ISPS HANDA Australian Open
04 Dec 2024 | Women and girls | Tournaments | Australian Open | Extra hands gain experience at the ISPS HANDA Australian Open by Patrick Taylor Courtesy of the Australian Sports Turf Managers Association (ASTMA), four women from across the country spent the last week in Melbourne working at Kingston Heath and The Victoria golf clubs, helping to make sure those competing in the ISPS HANDA Australian Open were doing so on some of the best playing surfaces in the world.
Elise's day amongst the stars at Victoria
04 Dec 2024 | Australian Golf Foundation | Women and girls | Australian Open | Elise's day amongst the stars at Victoria by Patrick Taylor As part of the Australian Golf Foundation (AGF) Junior Girl's Scholarship program, one lucky girl was afforded the opportunity to play in the ISPS HANDA Australian Open Pro-Am in the lead up to the event. After a glowing nomination from her coach Nathan Perry (pictured), Elise Goode from Devilbend Golf Club was chosen.
How to follow the ISPS HANDA Australian Open - PGA of Australia
The co-hosts of the first ever joint format Australian Open in 2022, Kingston Heath and The Victoria golf clubs, are the hosts again to the ISPS HANDA Australian Open this week, but this time the roles are switched. Play will be across both courses on Thursday and Friday, with Kingston Heath to decide the 2024 champions across the weekend.
Trayce Jackson-Davis, Draymond Green lead Warriors to second straight win against Pelicans
Golden State Warriors guard Buddy Hield (7) shoots a three-point basket at the first half buzzer … Golden State Warriors guard Buddy Hield (7) shoots a three-point basket at the first half buzzer during an NBA basketball game against the New Orleans Pelicans in San Francisco, Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024.
The 2024 Golf Summit in review
Two weeks ago, nearly 500 attendees converged on the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre for the 2024 Golf Summit. Over two days, the Golf Summit brought together a diverse range of attendees from all corners of the golf industry to lead, grow and innovate within Australian Golf. Featuring world class keynote speakers, attendees were able to learn from an expert in their field, as well as use the Golf Summit as a chance to network and share ideas with others in the industry.
A magical week at Mandurah beckons for Becker
15 Oct 2024 | Professional golf | Tournaments | A magical week at Mandurah beckons for Becker by Patrick Taylor Reflecting on his win at the 2021 Bowra & O'Dea Nexus Advisernet WA Open, Braden Becker says staying at home and sleeping in his own bed went a long way in keeping him comfortable that week and gave him the extra edge he needed when the final day went down to the wire with Hayden Hopewell.
#AusJnr: Singh and Cascio too strong on the final day at Gosnells
The final round of the Australian Junior Amateur was poised for high drama, with two players arriving at Gosnells Golf Club today determined to write their own narratives. Overnight leaders Samuel Cascio and Shyla Edwards both produced final rounds worthy of their new titles, the 2024 Australian Junior Amateur Champions. For Queenslander Singh, it was a matter of sticking to her plan of remaining calm and consistent.
PGA Institute and Golf Australia collaborate on offering for High Performance members
16 Feb 2024 | Industry news | New study opportunity for High Performance members by Patrick Taylor Athletes in Golf Australia’s High Performance Program have been given a new opportunity to study at the PGA Institute to secure their future in the golf industry, whether that is on the course or not.
The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
Subhead A day to remember for FHS Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, will be a day Maconians will remember for years to come. On that day, the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Catherine Truitt, came to Franklin to present a state… Premium Content is available to subscribers only. Please login here to access content or go here to purchase a subscription.
Green Bay Packers vs San Francisco 49ers
After bowing out in the conference final each of the past two seasons, the San Francisco 49ers (12-5 SU, 9-8 ATS) are favored to represent the NFC in this year’s Super Bowl as the conference’s top seed. San Francisco opens its postseason as big favorites over the surging Green Bay Packers (10-8, 10-8), who have won four straight games and are coming off a shocking rout of the Cowboys in the divisional round.
Green Bay Packers vs Dallas Cowboys
The Dallas Cowboys (12-5 SU, 10-7 ATS) are just 1-9 SU and 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games against the Green Bay Packers (9-8 SU, 9-8 ATS). The Cowboys will try to turn things around with a home win over the Packers in Dallas this Sunday afternoon in the NFC Wild Card round. Dallas is 16-0 SU and 12-4 ATS in its last 16 games at home. The Packers are 3-0 SU and ATS in their last three games as an underdog including a 29-22 road win against the Detroit Lions as 8.5-point underdogs.
Mclean and Banner take out The Dunes Medal
01 Dec 2023 | Amateur golf | Mclean and Banner take out The Dunes Medal by Patrick Taylor Molly Mclean and Carl Banner are the 2023 Dunes Medal champions after a fantastic week at The Dunes Golf Links on the Mornington Peninsula. Mclean, the 2022 South Australian Junior Amateur champion, shot rounds of 75-80-79-73 to claim the women's Dunes Medal, winning after a two-hole playoff over runner-up Shanaiah Fernando.
How to follow the ISPS HANDA Australian Open
An international field of some of the world's best golfers has descended on The Australian and The Lakes Golf Clubs in Sydney for the ISPS HANDA Australian Open. The world-first format sees the women, men, and All Abilities playing on the same course, at the same time, for separate trophies. All three of last year's champions - Adrian Meronk of Poland, Ashleigh Buhai of South Africa and England’s Kipp Popert - are back to defend their titles.
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The Highlander, Highlands, North Carolina
I attended the recent broadband meeting that Senator Corbin and Representative Gillespie hosted two weeks ago. There was a strong turnout of people throughout Western Carolina where broadband accessibility is a vital issue. Just in Macon County we had people from Otto and Nantahala in attendance. These communities have been working hard to improve broadband connectivity. Our representatives are to be commended for putting on this meeting.
Doktore, vy jste se zamiloval!
O knize Doktore, vy jste se zamiloval! Další milé pokračování oblíbené humoristické série z irského venkova. Její autor Patrick Taylor patří mezi nejprodávanější autory New York Times a Globe and Mail. Je zima roku 1967 a v útulném irském městečku Ballybucklebo leží sníh, mrazivé počasí však nedokáže zchladit lásku vřelých srdcí celého kraje.
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