North Carolina Visitor & Relocation Guide - Franklin Chamber of ...

Franklin & Nantahala 

North Carolina 

Visitor & Relocation Guide

Welcome 

To the Franklin & Nantahala Areas of Macon County 

We extend a sincere invitation to “enjoy the 

beauty and discover the life” that awaits you in 

the beautiful mountains of Southwestern North 

Carolina. Located in the foothills of the Great 

Smoky Mountains, this area is truly Mother 

Nature’s playground where the sights and sounds 

of nature surround you. The Franklin and Nantahala 

communities offer you a refreshing change of pace 

and a relaxing atmosphere where you can enjoy 

the simple pleasures of the tranquil mountains. 

Come to a place where beautiful scenery, hiking, 

fishing, history and Southern hospitality are a way 

of life. Whether just for a visit or for the rest of 

your life, you will find that you are welcome here 

in “Nature’s Playground”. 

Contributing Writers: Ralph Preston, Hank Shuler, Linda Harbuck & Cindy Cavender 

Photography: Ralph Preston, Linda Mathias, Bruce Harwood, Hollis Walker, 

Narelle Kirkland, iStock, Nantahala Real Estate Company, Deep Creek Arts. 

Design & Layout: Lindsay Rumans, Cindy Cavender & Linda Harbuck. 

Content & Proofing: Diane Baldwin, Norma Marks, Cindy Cavender, 

Alex Vuillemin & Linda Harbuck. 

Contents 

Annual Events & Simple Pleasures .........Page 5 

Waterfalls ............................................Page 8-9 

Gem Mining ........................................Page 10-12 

Little Tennessee Greenway ....................Page 18-19 

Day Trips.............................................Page 20-21 

Hiking.................................................Page 22-23 

Nantahala, Nature’s Paradise .................Page 24-25 

Come Outside & Play............................Page 29 

Nantahala National Forest .....................Page 32-33 

Explore Our Main Street & History ........Page 36-37 

Macon County Schools & Library............Page 38-39 

Macon County Facts & Stats .................Page 40-42 

Geography & Climate ...........................Page 44 

Business Directory ...............................Page 50-61 

Accommodations .............................Page 50-52 

Restaurants .....................................Page 60 

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT; 

Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce: 

425 Porter Street, Franklin, NC 28734 

1-888-828-6867 (toll free) 

www.visitfranklinnc.com 

www.visitnantahalanc.com

ANNUAL EVENTS 

MAY THRU OCTOBER 

(Every Saturday evening) 

Pickin on the Square 

APRIL 

Franklin’s April Fool’s Trail Days 

MAY 

Mother’s Day Gemboree 

G & LW Wholesale Gem Show 

Smoky Mtn Memorial Art & Craft Show 

JUNE 

Taste of Scotland 

Blue Ridge Gospel Weekend 

JULY 

Smoky Mtn Firecracker Fest 

4th of July Fun Day & Fireworks 

4th of July Parade 

Sweet Corn Festival 

Franklin Folk Festival 

Macon County Gemboree 

G & LW Wholesale Gem Show 

Folkmoot 

AUGUST 

Mountain High BBQ Festival 

(KCBS Sanctioned) 

An Evening of Art & Chocolate 

Smoky Mountain Shrimp Boil 

SEPTEMBER 

Gem Capital Auto Club Car Show 

Macon County Fair 

OCTOBER 

Autumn Leaves Craft Show 

Smoky Mountain Art & Craft Fest 

Leaf Lookers Gemboree 

Deal Farms Harvest Festival & Corn Maze 

Pumpkin Fest 

NOVEMBER 

Veterans Day Parade 

Mistletoe Magic Art & Craft Show 

Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony 

Annual Christmas Parade 

DECEMBER 

Window Wonderland 

For a complete Calendar of Events 

1-888-828-6867 

www.visitfranklinnc.com 

Simple Pleasures 

The Fun Factory in the Smokies - Located south of Franklin on Highway 441, The 

Fun Factory is Western North Carolina’s award-winning destination for family friendly 

entertainment. Enjoy hours of fun for kids of all ages. The Fun Factory features over 

100 arcade games, mini-golf, bowling, go-karts, laser tag, big screen TVs, party rooms, 

great restaurants and more. Plus, there’s even an area with fun just for the little kids. 

Open Monday – Saturday. 1024 Georgia Road, www.thefactory.bz 828-349-8888 

The Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts is one of the premiere venues for 

world-class performances and artists in Western North Carolina and the surrounding 

areas. This 1,500 seat state-of-the-art center presents the finest in performing arts 

to the community, including passion plays, musical productions, professional drama 

troupes, dance, choral festivals, recitals, concerts, and more. 1024 Georgia Road, 

www.greatmountainmusic.com 828-524-1598 

Wilderness Taxidermy – Let your next adventure begin with a visit to Wilderness 

Taxidermy located on Highlands Road in Franklin. Their state of the art wildlife 

museum houses a collection of animals from throughout the world. Do not miss your 

opportunity to see quality taxidermy in a beautiful setting. The facility is open every 

day except Wednesday and Sunday. Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. except Saturday, 

8 a.m. to noon. 5050 Highlands Rd, www.wildernesstaxidermy.com 828-524-3677 

Bicycling – This area is a true cycling paradise, a natural hub for the sport. Biking 

enthusiasts have found nearby terrain ideal and the trail possibilities endless. There 

are many marked routes to guide you through different part of the area. Bring your 

own bike or you may rent one from our local bicycle shop, located at 179 Highlands 

Road, www.smokymtnbikes.com 828-369-2881 

Golfing – Spend your mountain vacation on the greens. Franklin is home to two 

public golf courses including an 18 hole championship course and a challenging 9 

hole course that will test your skills. See Golf Course listings in the Business Directory. 

Canoeing, Tubing, Rafting, Kayaking – Canoeing, tubing and kayaking on the Cullasaja, 

Little Tennessee and Nantahala Rivers offer a great way to cool off on a warm day or 

enjoy the scenic beauty of the area from a different point of view. Several canoe and 

tube put-ins are located throughout the area. The Nantahala River is famous for it’s 

whitewater rafting. Several outfitters are available for guided trips and rentals in the 

area. See the Rafting, Canoeing and Kayaking listings in the Business Directory. 

Theatre in the Mountains – Each year the hills are alive with the sounds of theatre. 

From classic Broadway Musicals to comedies and dramas, there is something for 

everyone. 

Smoky Mountain Center for the 

Performing Arts 

www.greatmountainmusic.com 

HighlandsPlayhouse 

www.highlandsplayhouse.org 

Licklog Players 

www.licklogplayers.org 

Unto These Hills 

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Mountain LaureL Stewartia ovata bLuetS 

North Carolina Wildflowers 

March 

Blood Root • Columbine • Dutchman’s Breeches • Hepatica 

Jack-in-the-Pulpit • Pepperroot Red Maple • Spice Bush 

Spring Beauty • Squirrel Corn • Trout Lily • Violets 

Wild Plum • Wind Flower • Yellow-Root 

April 

Black Haw • Bleeding Heart • Blue Sage Bluets 

Columbine • Dogwood • Dutchman’s Breeches • Fire Pink 

Fringed Phacelia • Golden Ragwort • Indian Paintbrush 

Ironwood • Jack-in-the-Pulpit • Magnolia • Meadow Rue 

Phlox • Redbud • Serviceberry • Silverbell • Solomon’s Seal 

Spring Beauty • Squirrel Corn • Trailing Arbutus 

Trilliums • Trout Lily Violets • Virginia Bluebell 

Wild Geranium Wild Mustard • Wood Sorrel 

May 

Bleeding Heart • Bluets • Calycanthus • Columbine 

Cucumber Tree • Flame Azalea • Hobble Bush 

Indian Paintbrush • Magnolia • Mountain Laurel 

Painted Trillium • Serviceberry • Silverbell 

Solomon’s Seal White Azalea • Wild Crab 

Wild Geranium • Wild Iris • Wild Orchids 

June 

Allegheny Myrtle • Beard Tongue • Black Snakeroot 

Butterfly Weed • Catawba Rhododendron • Common Elder 

Field Daisy • Flame Azalea • Galax Goats Rue • Hydrangea 

Magnolia • Mountain Laurel Mt. • Oxalis • Mt. Stewartis 

New Jersey Tea • Spiderwort • Yellow Ragwort 

July 

Bergamot • Black-eyed Susan • Coreopsis 

Dutchman’s Pipe Vine • Flowering Raspberry 

Hercules Club • Indian Pipe • Jewel-weed 

Mountain Stewartia • Partridge Berry • Passion Flower 

Phlox • Purple-fringed Orchid • Queen Anne’s Lace 

Rhododendron • Sourwood • Star Grass 

Trumpet Creeper • Wild Lilies 

August 

Bee Balm • Betony • Cardinal Lobelia • Clematis 

Evening Primrose • Goldenrod • Hercules Club • Jewel Weed 

Joe Pye Weed • Meadow Beauty • Monkshood 

Mountain Mints • St. Johns Wort • Turtlehead 

Wild Aster • Yellow-fringed Orchid 

September 

Aster • Blue Gentians • Bonset Fleabane • Gerardia 

Golden Aster • Ironweed • Lobelias • Sunflowers • Yarrow 

There are 1,600 species of flowering plants in the Mountains of Western North Carolina. 

The list provided is just a small sample of the many varieties. 

www.VisitFranklinNC.com • Franklin, NC Visitor Guide • 828-524-3161 • facc@franklin-chamber.com

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Butterflying in Macon County 

From February to December, Macon County is one of the best places in North Carolina to see butterflies. 

Of course, you have to be looking for them, but once your vision hones in on these “flying flowers”, you 

can find them almost anywhere. Interest in these beautiful and fascinating creatures has been on the rise 

in Macon County in recent years. As of 2001, 91 species of butterflies had been reported; by 2007, 101 

species of butterflies had been identified in the county. This moved Macon County from 20th to 7th in the 

state in terms of the number of species reported. 

Butterflies are sun-loving creatures but many species host on trees, so an open meadow bounded by woods 

is a likely spot to encounter a wide variety of species. On a bright, midsummer day, it’s not uncommon 

for an observant hiker to spy more than a dozen species in a single area. One of the easiest ways to see 

butterflies in downtown Franklin is to take a walk along the four-mile Little Tennessee Greenway. Starting 

in Suli Marsh at the northern end of the paved pathway, the first half-mile of the Greenway is home to the 

greatest number and largest diversity of species. Farther along, the Greenway features a colorful butterfly 

garden that has been designated a Monarch waystation. 

Throughout the county, The Land Trust for the Little Tennessee has preserved several riverfront properties 

that provide fine butterfly habitat. The rich diversity of native plants offers resident butterflies a protected 

source of the nectar some of them need to thrive. To spend an afternoon strolling Coweeta Bottoms, 

Tessentee Farm, Gibson Bottoms, or Queen Branch is to give yourself the gift of natural beauty and rural 

serenity, with the added bonus of enjoying a large number of beautiful butterflies. 

With all of the public lands in the county, the Forest Service roads offer even more opportunities for 

butterfly-spotting. These well-groomed, graveled roads provide outstanding, and easy, opportunities for 

casual hikes in the dappled sunlight, with butterflies darting in and out of the woods to take the sun. 

Some of the most spectacular of the local butterflies, such as Pipevine Swallowtails, Eastern Tiger 

Swallowtails, and Azures, often put on an amazing show known as “puddling”. A behavior peculiar to 

males, puddling involves a large number of butterflies of the same species all grouped around a mud hole 

or wet spot. Generally, these males are so absorbed in drinking the minerals that you can walk right up to 

them without scaring them off. Along Ellijay Road last summer, 120 Pipevine Swallowtails were counted at 

one puddle – what a gorgeous cluster of iridescent blue wings! 

In addition to the more abundant species found in Macon County, such as Eastern Tiger Swallowtails, 

American Lady, Common Buckeyes, Orange Sulphurs, Pearl Crescents, Great Spangled Fritillaries, and 

Monarchs there is always the chance of happening upon one of the rarer species. These hard-to-find 

beauties include Henry’s Elfin, Tawny Crescents, Silvery Blues, Baltimore Checker Spots, and Appalachian 

Tiger Swallowtails. One secluded area in the Cowee section of the county is the only place in the Carolinas 

where all three of the Pearly-Eye species, Northern, Southern, and Creole, have been found together. 

Now that you know where to go, get yourself a good butterfly-identification guide at the Friends of the 

Greenway Headquarters or Books Unlimited uptown and get outside. But beware – you might just get hooked! 

Author Ralph Preston is a nature photographer and video producer. Deborah Thomas is a writer and English 

instructor at SCC. They live in Iotla Valley and volunteer with conservation organizations in the area. 

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This is a guide to 16 scenic waterfalls in Southwestern North Carolina, including areas of the 

Nantahala National Forest, Pisgah National Forest and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. 

We’ve also included a waterfalls map to help you get there. 

1. Cullasaja Falls - Visible from U.S. 64, in Cullasaja 

Gorge, 11 mi. east from Franklin, 9 mi. west from 

Highlands. Height 250 ft. Accessible by foot trail, a 

half-mile through steep, rough terrain. 

2. Dry Falls - Located near U.S. 64, 3.5 mi. west from 

Highlands, 16.5 mi. east from Franklin. Paved walkway 

leads to falls from parking area. Walk underneath the 

75 ft. falls. 

3. bridal veil Falls - 2.5 mi. west of Highlands on U.S. 

64. Visible from the highway, which at one time routed 

traffic under the falls. Height 120 ft. 

4. Glen Falls - From Highlands, travel 3 mi. south on NC 

106. Turn left on U.S. Forest Service Rd. with “Glen Falls” 

marker. One-mile trail to falls is steep and rough. Consists 

of three large falls, each dropping approx. 60 feet. 

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5. whitewater Falls - At 411 ft., the highest falls in 

Eastern America. From Cashiers, take U.S. 64 east, 

10 mi. to “Whitewater Road.” Falls are located 10 

mi. south on Whitewater Rd., near the NC-SC state 

line. Drift, Horsepasture and Rainbow Falls are also 

accessible from Whitewater Rd. Whitewater Falls can 

also be reached from N.C. 107, south of Cashiers. 

6. rainbow Falls - From Cashiers, take U.S. 64 to 

N.C. 281 South. The trail to the falls is two miles from 

this intersection. 

7. toxaway Falls - This falls can be seen from your car as 

you cross the Toxaway River on U.S. 64 East near Rosman. 

8. Courthouse Falls - Take US 64 East to N.C. 215 

North. Travel 10 miles and take right on Courthouse 

Creek Road. Trailhead well marked.

9. Sliding rock - This natural waterslide is a favorite 

of many people. Just jump in the water at the top of 

the falls and slide down the rock face to the bottom. 

11,000 gallons of 50 to 60 degree water rushes down 

the rock every minute. Take 276 North from Brevard. 

7 Miles north of the Ranger Station. 

10. Looking Glass Falls 

Take 276 North from Brevard. Falls is 

approximately 4 miles north of Ranger 

Station.Parking area is well marked. 

Short walk to falls 

11. indian Creek Falls - 

From Bryson City, take 

“Deep Creek Rd.” north 

3 mi. to Deep Creek 

Campground in 

the Great Smoky 

Mountains National 

Park. One-mile hike 

to falls is classified as 

“easy”. Height 60 ft. 

12. Juneywhank Falls - Follow directions to Indian 

Creek Falls. Juneywhank Falls are one-quarter mile 

downstream from Indian Creek. 

13. tom’s branch Falls - See directions to Indian 

Creek Falls. A quarter-mile walk from Deep Creek 

Campground. 

14. rufus Morgan Falls - This easy one mile loop 

trail is named after Rufus Morgan, a naturalist who 

was instrumental in developing the Appalachian 

Trail. Take U.S. 64 for 3 miles west of Franklin. Turn 

right at Wayah Bald directional sign. Take first left 

onto Wayah Road (S.R. 1310). 6.6 Miles and then 

left of F.S. Road 388. Trail 2.2 miles on right. 

15. big Laurel Falls - Go 9 miles west on U.S. 64. 

Turn left on Wallace Gap Road (Old U.S. 64) and 

go 1.5 miles. Turn right on F.S. Road 67 (toward 

Standing Indian Campground) and go 7 miles (5 

miles past Back Country Information Center). Trail 

runs along an old railroad grade. After passing over 

bridge, it splits; right ends at Big Laurel Falls. 

16. Mooney Falls - See directions to Big Laurel 

Falls, continuing for .7 mile past Big Laurel Falls 

trailhead. A very short trail descends to Mooney 

Falls. Roadside parking available. 

Cullasaja Falls 

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Gem mininG 

Gem Mining is still one of the most popular activities offered in the Franklin area. Mining for precious stones began in Macon 

County in 1870. Ruby and sapphire are still the most sought after today. Tiffany’s showed an interest in the area in the 1890’s 

but two other companies, American Prospecting & Mining Company and U.S. Ruby Mining Company began work hoping to 

find the source of the rubies found in the corundum mines. Both companies ended the search in the early part of the 20 th century 

leaving the area open to rockhounds and gem enthusiasts. The source hasn’t been found – yet. 

While visiting our area, families from all over the United States enjoy mining in our local mines. Mining is one of the most 

popular activities for kids and adults of all ages Be sure to wear clothing you don’t mind getting dirty. 

What To Bring To The Mines Bring ziploc bags or a plastic butter 

dish to take your stones home in (no glass). Rubber gloves are handy if it’s 

chilly or you have a nice manicure. Wear a hat and some sunblock if it’s 

sunny although many mines provide cover on the “flume”. The wooden 

benches get hard as the day goes on so you might need a cushion to sit 

on or old towels work well too and you can use them to wipe your hands. 

Wear old clothes and tennis shoes or boots and bring a plastic bag to put 

your muddy shoes in and an extra pair to wear in the car. Bring a picnic 

lunch, most mines provide a place to eat out of rain or sun, plan to spend 

the day! Don’t forget to bring the camera for those pictures to show your 

friends the beautiful gem stones you found in Franklin, North Carolina. 

How To Mine Most mines sell gem dirt in a bucket or bag (few allow 

digging) and you may have to pay an admission fee for the day. You are 

provided with a screen for washing and there is a flume - a trough of running 

water - with a bench along it’s length. The dirt goes in the screen, the screen goes in the water and the mud is washed away. Well, it’s not quite 

that easy but it is completely safe and mine operators are on hand to help with technique and identification. 

What To Look For At The Mines The “3 c’s” of gem mining are Color, Clarity and Crystals. Gemstones come in every color from 

white to black. Garnets are glassy red, pink or reddish brown. Rubies are silky red, sapphires are every other color, and both have a crystal 

formation with 6 sides. Moonstones are pearly white to gray and peach to chocolate brown with a flat box-like shape. Quartz comes in many 

forms, sometimes clear colors like Amethyst and Citrine, sometimes opaque colors with mica flecks like Aventurine and of course clear with 

sides - quartz crystals. That’s just a few of the many gemstones found at local mines. 

Gemborees Each year rockhounds from all across the United States descend on Franklin for three gem & mineral shows. Held annual on Mother’s 

Day weeked, in July and during the fall color season in October, our “Gemborees” are known as some of the finest in the nation. These shows feature 

everything from fine jewelry to rough and cut gems & minerals, fossils, lapidary equipment and more. Two shows are produced in conjunction with 

the Franklin Gem & Mineral Society. For complete information visit us online at ww.visitfranklinnc.com or call toll free 800-336-7829. 

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Cherokee ruby & Sapphire Mine 

41 Cherokee Mine Road • 828-349-2941 

Cowee Mountain ruby Mine 

6771 Sylva Road • 828-369-5271 • cowee@smnet.net 

Gem Mine at Gem world 

1884 Georgia Road • 828-349-5411 

www.rockgem.com/gemine/index.html 

Gold City Gem Mine 

9410 Sylva Highway • 800-713-7767 

www.goldcityamusement.com/flumehomepg.html 

Jackson Hole 

9770 Highlands Road • 828-524-5850 

jacksonhole@aol.com 

Mason Mountain Mine & Cowee Gift Shop 

5315 Bryson City Road • 828-524-4570 

www.masonmtnmine.org 

Mason’s ruby & Sapphire 

6945 Upper Burningtown Road • 828-369-9742 

rose Creek Mine 

115 Terrace Ridge Road • 828-349-3774 

www.rosecreekmine.com 

Sheffield Mine 

385 Sheffield Farms Road • 828-369-8383 

www.sheffieldmine.com 

McGee 

DERMATOLOGY 

CLINIC 

General Medical & 

Surgical Dermatology 

Thomas P. McGee, Jr., M.D. 

41 Macon Center Drive 

(below Macon Bank headquarters) 

Franklin, NC 28734 

(828) 524-DERM/3376 

New Patients Welcome! 

Monday - Thursday 

8 am - 4 pm 

Don’t Miss the Fun 

At these 2010 Chamber Sponsored Events 

May 7 - 9 Mother’s Day Gemboree 

Macon County Community Building 

Fri. & Sat. 10 am - 6 pm; Sun. 10 am-4pm 

July 3 4th of July Fireworks and Fun Day 

Macon County Veterans Memorial Recreation Park 

11 am until fireworks at dark 

July 22-25 Macon County Gemboree 


Thur., Fri. & Sat. 10 am - 6 pm; Sun. 10 am-4 pm 

August 13-14 Mountain High BBQ & Music Festival 

Wayne Proffitt Agricultural Center 

Fri. 11 am - 10 pm; Sat. 10 am-7 pm 

October 15-17 Leaf Lookers Gemboree 


Fri. & Sat. 10 am - 6 pm; Sun. 10 am -4 pm 

November 28 Franklin’s Christmas Parade 

3 pm Downtown Main Street 

888-828-6867 � www.Franklin-Chamber.com 

Rose Creek Mine 

FUN FOR ALL AGES! 

Dig you own bucket in our mining tunnel. 

Native & Enriched Gems • Super Buckets 

Group Rates • Field Trips • Picnic Area 

Covered Flume • Rock & Gift Shop 

Good Clean Dirty Fun 

Open 9-5 Monday - Saturday, April - October 

www.rosecreekmine.com • (828) 349-3774 

115 terrace ridge Drive 

Located 5 Miles north of Franklin on Hwy.28 


Mason’s Ruby 

& Sapphire Mine 

Cherokee Ruby 

& 

Sapphire Mine 

Native North Carolina Gemstones 

Not “Salted” 

Open Daily April 1 - October 31 

Monday - Saturday 9-4 

Sunday 12-5 

41 Cherokee Mine Road • Franklin, NC 

828-349-2941 


Map of area Gem Mines 

Cowee Mountain 

Ruby Mine 

Free Admission 

6771 Sylva Road • 441 North 

Open 9am until “The Last Person Leaves” 

828-369-5271 

www.coweemtnrubymine.com 

Picnic Area 

Gem Cutting 

Gem Dirt to Go 

Covered Flume Line 

You mine rain or shine 

group rates available

G LF VILLAS 

at Mill Creek Country Club 

“Discover the Beauty - Enjoy the Life” 

Our privately owned and tastefully furnished golf villas are located within 

the gated Mill Creek Resort and Country Club in Franklin, North Carolina. 

Nestled in the majestic Smoky Mountains and overlooking the fairways 

and greens of Mill Creek’s 18 hole championship course. 

Each of our Golf Villas is fully furnished, air conditioned and centrally 

heated. Linens, towels and toiletries are also provided. We have both 

one bedroom/one bath and two bedroom/two bath units for rent. 

For Rates & Reservations: 828-421-5823 

bnbmerrill@comcast.net • www.FranklinGolfRentals.com

PROUD TO BE THE AREA’S NATURAL GAS PROVIDER 

If you want to do what’s right for the environment while 

enjoying the comforts of home, look to Natural Gas. 

With renewed focus on the environment, it’s time to 

remember that Natural Gas is not only the best choice for 

your home, but for the planet that’s home to everyone. 

Call for information about our monthly cash back incentive. 

Let us show you what Toccoa Natural Gas can offer you. 


TOCCOA NATURAL GAS 

Toccoa ▪ 706-282-3311 Lavonia ▪ 706-356-2227 

Clayton ▪ 706-746-3851 Franklin ▪ 828-349-1222 

www.toccoanaturalgas.com 

VACATION 

RENTALS 

Homes, Cabins & Cottages 

Everything from rustic 

and remote to upscale 

and close to town. 

Visit our website: 

www.FranklinHomeStore.com 

or call (828) 421-9008 (Local) 

or 877-240-2723 (Toll Free)

Step back in time in our 1800’s authentic 

riverfront log cabin or stay in one of our 

other modern cabins & cottages. 

Call Belinda Childs for info 

(828) 369-0166 • oakgrove@dnet.net 

near GeM MineS 


Bryant-Grant 

Funeral Home, llC 

Founded 1928 

Guy e. Grant, owner/manager 

828-524-2411 • Fax: 828-524-0533 

105 West Main Street • Franklin, NC 

Highlands Chapel 

Cashiers Road • Highlands, NC 


Clean Portable Restrooms 

Restroom Trailers 

Construction & Special Event Units 

828-524-8989 

www.SonriseSanitation.com 

Therapeutic Riding for Adults 

& Childrens Success 

Located on the 

Macon County 

Fairgrounds 

For Information Call NAHRA Center 

North American Riding For Handicap Assoc. 

(828) 349-6262 

macontracs.org 

macontracs@ymail.com 

changes nutrition 

center Health 

Tuesday - 

Saturday 

9am - 5pm 

Shakes 

Body 

analysis 

Wellness 

Coach 

323 Westgate Plaza 

(828) 524 - 9500

Franklin, NC • HWY 441 South 

(828) 524-9324 

Voted 

#1 BBQ 

by Franklin Press Readers 

Slow Roasted Hickory Smoked BBQ 

Take Out, Delivery or Enjoy our 

Patio or Covered Porch 

Whistle Stop Antique Mall 

(Outside in RV Park) 

Franklin, NC 

(828) 524-8386 

THE 

GAzEBO 

CREEKSIDE CAFE 

Sandwiches • Salads • Soups • Reasonable Prices 

44 Heritage Hollow Drive • 524-8783 

Open 7 days a week 

Monday - Saturday 7am - 10pm 

Sunday 8am - 9pm 

Serving Breakfast Everyday until 11am 

Call your order to 828-349-1115 

or Fax to 828-349-1201 

Order online at www.subway.com 

Drive-thru Window 

Subway at Prentiss Bridge 

3852 Georgia Road 

828-349-1115 

- We Deliver - 

If you think our baby back 

ribs are the best...wait until 

you try our hand-cut steaks. 

Westgate Plaza, Franklin NC (828) 349-4743 

Waynesvile Plaza, Waynesville, NC (828) 456-6368 


828.369.8488

Day Trips 

and Area Attractions 

Just a short distance away from Franklin are opportunities for some serious sight seeing in a couple of different directions. 

A day trip can include beautiful views, wildlife viewing, fishing, picnicking and more - 

which makes Franklin the perfect place to stay in Western North Carolina. 

Cherohala Skyway 

Take a breathtaking drive on the Cherohala 

Skyway which connects Robbinsville, NC 

to Tellico Plains, TN. Leave Franklin on old 

U.S. 64 W. (Old Murphy Road), travel approximately 

5 ½ miles then turn right onto 

Wayah Road (SR 1310). You will wind 

through beautiful mountain scenery and 

parallel to much of Wayah Creek which is 

a good fishing stream. Wayah Road will 

bring you directly into U.S. 19 where you 

will turn left and go approximately three 

miles and then turn back to the right on U.S. 

129 which takes you to Robbinsville, NC. 

From Robbinsville you will follow the signs 

to the Cherohala Skyway (NC 143 West). 

The Cherohala Skyway takes you 40+ miles 

through beautiful scenery and spectacular 

views that rival the Blue Ridge Parkway. It 

crosses through the Nantahala and Cherokee 

National Forests before arriving in 

Tellico Plains, TN. The name comes from 

a combination of the two forests – Chero, 

from Cherokee, and hala from Nantahala. It 


took over 30 years to build and cost $100 

million. The Cherohala Skyway is one of 

96 National Scenic Byways in the United 

States. There are few passing zones, so 

relax, take your time and enjoy the natural 

beauty, which is what the skyway is all 

about. 

If time allows, you will want to visit the 

Lost Sea while you are in East Tennessee. 

The Lost Sea is the largest underground lake 

in the United States and a U.S. Registered 

Natural Landmark. The caverns also house 

an extensive collection of anthodites (cave 

flowers). There is a one hour guided tour 

that explains the history of the caverns and 

includes a boat ride on the 4 ½ acre lake. 

The Lost Sea is located near Sweetwater, 

TN and is open every day except Christmas 

Day. 

Elk in Cataloochee Valley 

Cataloochee Valley, which is about 60 miles 

from Franklin, is an ideal day trip full of 

beautiful scenery and history. Take a picnic 

to enjoy while visiting the valley which is 

part of the Great Smoky Mountains National 

Park. You may see elk and wild turkey in 

the meadows and tadpoles in the creek. Historic 

buildings including a church, a schoolhouse, 

homes and barns are still standing. 

There are also several old graveyards which 

are full of history to explore. Hiking trails 

are well maintained and wide enough for 

easy hiking for the entire family. 

Elk once roamed the southern Appalachian 

Mountains and elsewhere in the eastern 

United States. They were eliminated 

from the region by over hunting and loss 

of habitat. The last elk in North Carolina 

was believed to have been killed in the late 

1700s. An experimental release of elk into 

the Cataloochee Valley began in February 

2001 with two dozen elk. The elk are radio 

collared and monitored during the experimental 

phase of the project. Another 25 elk 

were released a year later. It is believed that 

the park could support an elk population of 

at least 400 in the long run, however it is not 

know if the population will ever reach that 

number. 

To get to Cataloochee Valley, leave Franklin 

on U.S. 23/441 North, when you reach 

Dillsboro, turn right on U.S. 23/74 East. 

Continue on U.S. 23/74 to U.S. 19 W. (go 

toward Maggie Valley), take US 276 W. to 

Cove Creek Road, about a quarter mile before 

I-40. Turn left on Cove Creek Road 

and drive to the sign “Cataloochee Valley 

10 miles ahead, follow the road to the sign 

Great Smoky Mountains National Park. 

This is the eastern entrance to the park.

So close, but still 11,000 years away 

From echoing vistas and glistening dew 

drops to miles of trails and gentle streams, 

Western North Carolina’s mountain 

grandeur greets you warmly. In no time, 

you’ll be standing in a rainbow and feeling 

the cool mist of a pristine waterfall on your 

face in the heart of a “living” civilization 

older than the Inca, the Maya, the Egyptians, 

the Greeks and the Romans. 

Pack your family, friends, a picnic and head 

to Cherokee, N.C., the original homeland 

of the Cherokee dating back 11,000 years. 

Cherokee is nestled at the gateway to the 

Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 

the south entrance to the celebrated Blue 

Ridge Parkway. 

Be mesmerized with authentic Cherokee 

legend, history, tradition, song, dance, 

ceremony, and fascinating regalia, brought 

to life at the official Cherokee cultural 

attractions. Become enthralled in the 

Cherokee’s story from De Soto’s arrival 

to today under the crystal stars at the 

renowned outdoor drama “Unto These 

Hills,” in its 61st season. Shiver as the 

chill runs down your spine when the 

Oconaluftee Village comes under attack in 

1760. Imagine the Butter Bean game, now 

resting in a showcase at the Museum of the 

Cherokee Indian. Take home a conversation 

piece with a work of Cherokee traditional 

art from Cherokee’s Qualla Arts and Crafts 

Mutual Inc. Presenting some of the most 

significant and culturally authentic events 

in the United States, Cherokee proudly 

hosts cultures of other kinds, too, like tribes 

of hot-rods, gospel singers, classic cars and 

monster trucks. Experience all Cherokee 

has to offer by taking advantage of the 

Cultural & Event Value Package, valid 

June 4-August 14, 2010, which includes 

admission to Oconaluftee Indian Village, 

“Unto These Hills” Outdoor Drama and the 

Museum of the Cherokee Indian; admission 

to one event; and a discount to an area 

hotel. The 2010 Special Events promise a 

big time, a good time for everyone. 

Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual, one of 

the nation’s foremost Native American 

cooperatives, offers guided gallery tours 

with advance notice. More information is 

available at www.cherokee-nc.com or by 

calling (800) 438-1601. All Value Packages 

may be purchased online at www.cherokeenc.com/packages. 

Calendar of Events 

• Oconaluftee Indian Village (May 1 - Oct 23) 

• Mountainside Art & Music Festival (May 1) 

• “Cruise the Smokies” Spring Cherokee Rod Run 

(May 14-16) 

• Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama (June 4) 

• Cherokee Voices Festival (June 12) 

• Summer Carnival (June 15-19) 

• NC State Bluegrass Festival (June 17-19) 

• 4th of July Powwow & Fireworks (July 2-4) 

• Festival of Native Peoples (July 16-17) 

• 9th Annual Talking Trees Children’s Trout 

Derby (Aug. 7) 

• Volkswagon Car Show (Aug. 13-15) 

• 28th Annual Cherokee Bluegrass Festival 

(Aug. 20-22) 

• Qualla Arts & Crafts Indian Art Market (Sept 4) 

• Southeastern Tribes Cultural Arts Celebration 

(Sept. 17-19) 

• 98th Annual Cherokee Indian Fair (Oct. 6-9) 

• Big Rigs Antique Truck Show (Oct. 14-16) 


Hiking Our Mountains 

The Appalachian Trail 

No matter whether you are a novice hiker 

or veteran ridgerunner, the Appalachian 

Trail offers unparalleled opportunities to 

explore, experience and connect with nature. 

Approximately 60 miles of the AT run 

through this area beginning at the Georgia 

state line and meandering northward to the 

Nantahala River at Wesser, NC. 

Shot Pouch 

Go three miles on U.S. 64 and turn right 

at Wayah Bald directional sign. Take first 

left onto Wayah Raod (SR 1310), go nine 

miles to Wayah Gap. Following sign, turn 

right on gravel road (FS 69) and go 0.9 

miles. Trail sign is on the right. Unblazed 

trail crosses AT, turns onto grassed logging 

road, and ends at a wildlife opening. 1.0 

mile easy. 

Chunky Gal Trail 

Blue-blazed, 5.5 miles. This little-used trail 

(scenic when leaves are off )follows the ridge 

of Chunky Gal Mountain. Trailhead is on 

US 64 in Glade Gap,at the top of the long 

climb out of Shooting Creek Valley. The 

beginning is marked with small signs and 

blazes but is not easy to locate. The trail ends 

at the AT 3.0 miles south of Deep Gap. 


Wayah Bald 

Follow above directions to Wayah Gap. 

Following sign, turn right on gravel road (FS 

69) and go approximately 4.5 miles to the 

bald. Paved trail, suitable for handicapped, 

leads to the Wayah Bald lookout tower, which 

is a National Historic Landmark offering 

breathtaking, panoramic views of the area. 

Wayah Crest 

Follow directions above to Wayah Gap. 

Park at Wayah Crest to the left, walk 

through picnic area to AT (white blazes) 

and turn right. Follow AT to a big grass 

field, turn left on the unblazed seeded road 

going downhill. Follow seeded road back to 

the starting point. 2.5 miles moderate. 

John Wasilik Memorial 

Poplar Trail 

This 0.7 mile blue-blazed trail starts at the 

Rock Gap trailhead, which is on USFS 

67 approximately 0.6 mile from Wallace 

Gap on “Old 64.” USFS 67 is the entrance 

road to Standing Indian Campground. 

The trail leads downhill from the trailhead 

to a remarkable tree, the second-largest 

poplar in the East. The 1.4 mile round trip 

is well worth the effort to see a tree that is 

reminiscent of the Sequoia. 

Bartram Trail 

The Bartram Trail, when complete, will be 

continuous from South Carolina to Cheoah 

Bald. Described here is the section between 

Franklin, N.C., and Nantahala Lake. 

Bartram Trail Blazes are yellow. 

Miles: 0.0 - Trailhead on Wallace Branch, 

on N.C. 1315, 1.7 miles from its junction 

with “Old 64” on the outskirts of Franklin, 

near the Wayah Ranger District of USFS. 

1.3 - Reach junction with old Trimont Trail 

from Franklin to Wayah Bald. Bartram 

Trail turns left. 

10.0 - Reach junction with AT, 0.2 miles 

north of Wayah Bald. 

12.1 - Bartram Trail turns right and leaves 

AT. Descend west on McDonald Ridge. 

14.1 - Reach paved USFS 711 at Sawmill Gap. 

Bartram jogs left across road, then continues to 

N.C. 1310 on the shore of Nantahala Lake. 

Rufus Morgan Trail 

This easy one mile loop trail is named 

after Rufus Morgan, a naturalist who was 

instrumental in developing the AT. Take 

U.S. 64 for 3 miles west of Franklin, turn 

right at Wayah Bald directional sign. Take 

first left onto Wayah Road (S.R. 1310), 6 

miles and then left on F.S. Road 388. Trail 

2.2 miles on right

Rock Gap 

From Franklin, follow US64 West 11.4 

miles (from overpass where US23 goes 

South to Atlanta) to left turn at sign saying 

“Appalachian Trail” and “Standing Indian 

Campground”. Follow this road (Old Rt. 64) 

1.9 miles to sign reading “Standing Indian 

Campground” and turn right on paved road 

(FS67). Follow road for one-half mile to 

parking area with sign “Rock Gap”. The AT 

passes through area without crossing road, go 

left for Northbound, right for Southbound. 

Standing Indian Area 

Access trails - (South to North) For all 

these trails, follow directions given for 

Rock Gap above, then CONTINUE on 

FS67 (when open) to these trailheads. 

Trails 1, 2, and 8 leave from the “Backcountry 

Information Area”, which is a parking area 

at the end of the paved part of FS67. Follow 

FS67 past Rock Gap Parking area for 1.6 

miles, bearing left at the Y at the entrance 

to Standing Indian Cg. 

1) Kimsey Creek Trail: Blue-blazed, 3.7 

miles. This popular trail follows the course 

of Kimsey Creek from the campground to 

Deep Gap. It begins at the Backcountry 

Information Center, crosses the river on 

the campground road, then turns right 

and skirts the campground on the north 

side. At 0.3 mile, it turns left and leaves 

the trails that follow the river. At 0.9 mile, 

it enters a clearing, where it turns right 

along a gated road following the creek. At 

2.1 miles, it crosses a log bridge over a side 

creek. The trail enters Deep Gap through 

the old picnic and camping area. Standing 

Indian Mountain can be reached by 

turning left on the AT. 

2) Lower Ridge Trail: Blue-blazed,4.2 

miles. This trail is the most direct (but 

a strenuous) way to reach Standing 

Indian Mountain from the Standing 

Indian Campground. It originates at 

the Backcountry Information Center, 

crosses the Nantahala River on the main 

campground road, skirts the campground 

area, then climbs rather steeply up Lower 

Trail Ridge directly to the mountain. 

It crosses the AT near the top of the 

mountain and continues 0.1 mile to end 

at the summit clearing. 

3) Beech Gap Trail: Blue-blazed,2.8 

miles. Trail starts at Beech Gap parking 

area on USFS 67, four miles south of 

Backcountry Information Center. At 

0.5 mile, Big Indian Horse Trail (orange 

blazed) approaches from the right. At 2.0 

miles, reach Big Indian Road (also horse 

trail, orange blazes) and turn left. Reach 

AT at Beech Gap. 

4) Timber Ridge Trail: Blue-blazed, 2.3 

miles. This trail starts at the Timber Ridge- 

Big Laurel Falls parking area on USFS 67, 4.4 

miles south of the Backcountry Information 

Center. It passes through a charming variety 

of different woodlands while climbing to 

meet the AT. After Crossing a log bridge 

over a large brook, trail turns left and climbs 

through rhododendron, then enters a beech 

woods area. About halfway, it crosses Big 

Laurel Branch on a wood foot-bridge, 

then climbs through mixed woodlands to 

Timber Ridge, where it proceeds through 

open, fern-carpeted woods to the AT, 0.4 

mile south of Carter Gap. 

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5) Betty Creek Trail: Continue on FS67 

for 8.3 miles past Rock Gap. There is a 

clearing/camping area at this trailhead. 

The beginning of the Betty Creek trail is 

poorly marked -- it starts at an opening in 

the East side of the clearing, and almost 

immediately crosses a small creek. Past the 

creek follow the blue blazes for about a 

half mile to the AT at Betty Creek Gap. 

6) Mooney Gap: Continue on FS67 for 

9 miles, then turn right on FS83 for 0.5 

mile. Mooney Gap a is small camping/ 

parking area where AT crosses road. 

7) Albert Mtn/Bigspring Gap: Follow 

FS67 for 11 miles to it’s end at a parking 

lot. At the far end of the lot, an old 

gated road leads about 1/3 mile to the 

AT between Albert Mtn. and Bigspring 

Gap. Turn right uphill for Albert, left for 

Bigspring Gap and shelter. 

8) Long Branch Trail: Blue-blazed, 2.0 

miles. One of many connecting trails 

between the Standing Indian Campground 

area and the AT. The trailhead is across the 

road from the Backcountry Information 

Center (a bulletin board) on USFS 67 

near the campground. It ends on the AT 

at Glassmine Gap, after climbing through 

hardwood forest on the south of slope 

of Long Branch Creek. It intersects an 

orange-blazed horse trail and crosses the 

creek near the upper end. 

Bear Pen Trail 

Blue-blazed, 2.5 miles. This charming 

connector trail starts on USFS 67, three 

miles south of Backcountry Information 

Center (a bulletin board and parking). The 

lower 0.4 mile follows a grassed logging 

road. Watch for easy-to-miss turn-off road 

into woods. The rest of the Trail traverses 

several different kinds of woodland while 

climbing to meet the AT at the southern 

end of Albert Mountain. 

Pickens Nose 

Go nine miles past the Back Country 

Information Center at near Standing 

Indian Campground, to intersection for 

FS 67 and FS 83. Turn right and follow 

FS 83 to sign at trailhead. Trail has 

three scenic overlooks including one of 

Northern Georgia. Trail is 0.7 mile and 

passes through mature oak forest with an 

understory of laurel and ivy. 

Side Trails in the Nantahalas 

A wide variety of loop hikes can be made, 

both one-day and several-day hikes. Hikers 

comptemplating loop hikes are urged 

to acquire the US Forest Service map 

entitled “Southern Nantahala Wilderness 

Area and Standing Indian Basin”, which 

covers the AT from Wallace Gap south 

into Georgia and most of the side trails 

described below. Many of these trails are 

maintained cooperatively by the USFS 

and the Nantahala Hiking Club. 

Information Provided By the Nantahala Hiking Club • www.maconcommunity.org/nhc/trail.html

Nantahala 

The Nantahala community and Lake Nantahala are located on the western boundary of Macon County. The town of Franklin, county seat 

of Macon County, is approximately 18 miles east and is known for its gem mining, antique shops, art galleries, museums, shopping and fine 

restaurants. The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, Cherokee Indian Reservation and Great Smoky Mountains National Park are about an hour away. 

Nantahala means “Land of the Noonday Sun.” It’s the name of a National Forest and the river that runs through the forest, located in 

southwestern North Carolina near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Nantahala National Forest, established in 1920, is the largest 

of the four national forests in North Carolina, and has elevations that range from 1,200 to 5,800 feet. Here, the mountains stand guard over 

the sparkling streams, pristine forest and beautiful Lake Nantahala, making it a perfect place for a quiet and relaxing vacation. 

Nantahala Lake was created in 1942 by Nantahala Power & Light Company to provide electricity for the war efforts. The town of Aquone 

once occupied the land now covered by the lake. The lake is at 3200’ elevation, one of the highest mountain lakes east of the Rocky Mountains. 

It has 42 miles of shoreline, of which only 5% can be built upon. This lake is now regulated and maintained by Duke Energy. Some of the 

shoreline is owned by the public and managed by the Nantahala National Forest and North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. There 

is one public boating access area, which is maintained by the NC Wildlife Resources Commission. Many anglers enjoy fishing the Nantahala 

reservoir due to the low number of boaters, the breathtaking scenery and the clear pristine waters. Fish in the lake include walleye, crappie, 

sunfish, trout and bass. Primitive camping is allowed on public National Forest Lands except where signed, no camping. Activities on Lake 

Nantahala include swimming, boating and fishing, with hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing and camping available nearby. 

The Nantahala River, to the north of the lake, is one of the country’s prime white 

water rafting rivers, and consists of eight miles of waves and swift currents. The trip down 

the river takes a little over three hours and is almost continuous Class I and Class II rapids, 

with an optional Class III at the end, over a three foot high waterfall. The Nantahala River, 

both to the south and north of the lake, is also popular for fly-fishing and spin casting. 

The drive from Franklin to Nantahala is a beautiful, scenic drive which is designated 

as a National Scenic By-Way, known as the Mountain Waters Scenic By-Way. Between 

Franklin and Nantahala, a side trip to Wayah Bald is recommended. This is a mile-high 

overlook from an old stone fire tower; four states are visible from the tower which gives 

you a panoramic view in all directions. 

Nature’s Paradise 

The Nantahala community has extraordinary accommodations available for rent both 

on the lake and in the mountains. These will range from large, elaborate, modern homes 

overlooking the lake to beautiful log cabins located in the heart of the mountains or on a 

mountain stream. Some will come complete with a dock and your own private boat for your dream vacation. See the list of accommodations with 

contact information is at the end of this article. There is also a listing of accommodations and more information about Nantahala on the World 

Wide Web at www.visitnantahalanc.com. 


Nantahala Area Accommodations 

Aquone Log Cabin Rentals 

142 Britannia Drive (Laurel Ridge) 

Topton, NC 28781 

(828) 321-2340 

Year round 

Bear’s Lair 

64 Ridgetop Dr 


(850) 562-2451 (850) 528-0324 

Blair Capital II, LLC 

245 Upper Walnut Tree Lane 


(404) 233-7903 (404) 808-1601 

BRAD & CHERYL HALL 

640 Stillwind Drive 


(727) 392-2871 (727) 688-5961 

Brinker 

123 Tom Hay Drive 


(770) 429-9331 

(770) 361-3085 

Cherokee Mountain Cabins 

61 Bear Creek Rd 


(866)772-2246 

(828)321-2010 

FISHHOOK INN 

1156 Old Lodge Road 


(828) 321-2463 

Hidden Falls Cabin 

420 Noon Day Sun Ridge 


(815)941-1330 

(828) 557-3078 

Hollidge 

441 Shields Creek Rd 


(828)321-5149 

Knutson, Jim 

432 Lakeshore Drive 


(608)238-0712 (608) 669-4902 

May-Oct 

Lalomia 

3504 Little Choga Rd 


(770)429-9331 

Land Of The Noon Day Sun 

(828)361-2490 

Long 

587 Indian Lake Rd 


(404) 352-3464 

McCormick 

395 Upper Walnut Tree Lane 

Aquone, NC 28703 

(352) 873-1607 

Misty Laurel Chalet 

180 Hemlock Lane 


(850) 383-3970 

Mountain Paradise Cabins 

21027 Wayah Rd. 


(706)910-9440 

May-Oct 

Murphy 

150 Mountain View Drive 


(404)329-9138 (404)323-9138 

Apr-Dec 

Nantahala Cove, LLC 

476 Lakeshore 

Aquone, NC 28781 

(404) 888-3196 (404) 216-6743 

Jun-Aug 

Nantahala Creekside 

208 Sandy Davis Drive 


(404) 888-3196 

Mar-Oct 

Nantahala Mountain Retreat 

111 Franklin Branch Road 


(800)438-1507 

Nantahala Real Estate 

17838 Wayah Road 


(828) 321-3101 

Nantahala River’s Edge 

192 Nantahala Dam Drive 


(828) 837-9140 

Ralph L. Crisp Realty Co., INC 

PO Box 189 

Andrews, NC 28901 

(828) 321-4227 (828) 361-0625 

Ridge Retreat 

45 Ridgetop Drive 


(813)242-7515 (877) 834-6241 

Romantic Cabin 

231 Old Faber Rd 


(678) 383-4231 

Shields 

1034 Lake Shore Dr. 

karenshields7@gmail.com 


(904) 273-0475 

SMAWLIE 

25 Ferguson Ln 


(478) 955-1649 

Stag Enterprises, LLC 

808 Noon Day Sun Ridge 


(866) 750-7824 (863) 676-8201 

May-Oct 

Waters Edge 

66 Lakes End Drive 


(828)348-0067 

May-Dec 

Whispering Pine Deluxe Rentals 

4825 Hwy. 19 West 

Bryson City , NC 28713 

(828) 488-2078 (866) 767-0888 


Jimbo’s Plumbing, LLC 

“We believe in honest, reliable service.” 

All types of plumbing 

services available! 

81 Theo Rogers Lane 

Otto, NC 28763 

Office/Fax: 828-349-4787 • Cell: 828-342-8014 

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LET OUR ADVENTURES 

Rafting and MORE for 

ages 8 and older 

(877) 247-5537 

www.wildwaterrafting.com 


Sw ep You Away 

Zipline Canopy 

Tours-30 minutes 

from Franklin 

Chattooga Ridge Canopy Tours 

Nantahala Gorge Canopy Tours 

Carolina Outfi tters 

Rafting 

Nantahala River & 

Ocoee River 

White Water Rafting 

Family Adventures 

Carolina Outfi tters Rafting 

12121 Highway 19 West 

Bryson City, NC 28713 

800-468-7238 

www.CarolinaOutfi tters.com

Come Outside & Play 

Thrill to the challenge and excitement 

of whitewater rafting on several popular 

rivers near Franklin. Enjoy the scenic 

splendor of the Nantahala National Forest 

and the Great Smoky Mountains as you 

paddle the clean cold waters in the area. 

The world famous Nantahala 

River, where Olympic contestants come 

from all over the world to train, is the 

closest whitewater river to Franklin. 

Great whitewater rafting started here 

almost 40 years ago and continues to be 

a favorite outdoor activity for visitors to 

the area. A whitewater rafting trip down 

the scenic Nantahala River is a full 8 ½ 

mile trip, total trip time is about 3 ½ to 

4 hours, with 2 hours being on the river 

itself. You can choose to go with a guidein-boat, 

guide-assisted or non-guided. 

All equipment is provided including 

top quality life jackets paddles & boats. 

Transportation is provided to and from 

the river by the many outfitters located in 

the area. Paddlers of all experience levels 

enjoy the Nantahala River. The Nantahala 

is a Class I, II and III whitewater river and 

is very family friendly, however you must 

weigh at least 60 pounds or be at least 7 

years of age. 

In addition to the Nantahala 

River, the Chattooga River is conveniently 

located in North Georgia, the Ocoee River 

in East Tennessee, the French Broad and 

Cheoah in Western North Carolina. 

You will want to bring shorts, 

tee shirt, and shoes that you don’t mind 

getting wet. Sandals are not a great idea 

because they leave your toes exposed. 

The water is generally between 48 to 55 

degrees year round, so bring a change of 

clothes to change into after your trip and 

a plastic bag for your wet clothes. In the 

cooler months, a wool sweater or fleece, a 

rain jacket, wool socks or some other cold 

weather gear is recommended. Water 

tight zip bags will come in handy to keep 

your valuables dry. 

If you are up for even more 

adventure, try the zipline canopy courses 

offered through Wildwater Ltd. Rafting. 

More than a zip line ride, the tours take 

you through multiple ecosystems, past 

hemlocks, into hardwoods, and through 

a deciduous forest packed with native 

flowering plants such as mountain laurel, 

dogwood, rhododendron, giant Frazier 

magnolia, rare umbrella magnolia, silver 

bells and many more. Your canopy ranger 

will point out these natural features and 

will also share with you some of the 

cultural history of the gorge. 

All flyers will need to arrive 

wearing collared shirts, longer shorts or 

cropped pants and require closed toed 

shoes. Harness seats will wrap around your 

upper thigh, shoulders, and waist so shirts 

and pants should cover modestly. Long 

hair must be tied back and secured and 

please leave your cell phones in the car. 

A complete list of whitewater 

outfitters is located on page 59. Their 

websites will have valuable information to 

help you plan your perfect adventures in 

the Franklin area. 


Spectacular Mountain 

and River View 

Great Room overlooking mountain 

& river. Beautiful 3/2 just North of 

Franklin. Luxury at $495+ week. 

(941)773-3004 or (828)524-1305 

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Solid Foundation Inc. New Construction ▪ Decks 

Remodeling ▪ Additions 

3024 Mulberry Road 


Phone: 828-369-3894 

Cell: 828-342-8332 

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Home: 828-349-5406 

Cell: 828-342-0865 


Over 30 Years 

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General Contractor 

License # 67186 

Insured 

CommerCial & residential 

Ken Cavender 

New Construction • Remodeling 

Acoustical Ceilings • Room Additions 

Metal and Wood Stud Framing 

Licensed & Insured • License No. 51905 

Phone: 828-349-2852 

Cell: 828-342-3800 

www.cavenderconstruction.com 

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mountains ... lakefront/lake access, creek-front & 

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We also offer lakefront and off lake 

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Call us today at (828) 321-3101 to receive 

more information on properties for sale or 

to book your 2010 vacation! 

Our office is located on pristine 

Lake Nantahala in the Smoky 

Mountains of Western North 

Carolina. The lake is between 

Franklin and Murphy about two 

and a half hours north of Atlanta. 

We are proud to say that our lake 

is one of the cleanest and most 

pristine lakes in the country, and 

some say it is the most pristine lake 

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come for a visit. Nantahala Lake has one restaurant and a marina 

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Nantahala National Forest

Our National Forests are truly America’s Great Outdoors and the Nantahala National Forest is no 

exception. It is the largest of four such forests in North Carolina. Comprised of over a half millions acres, 

you can ascend to peaks reaching nearly 5,500 feet, take to over 600 miles of hiking trail and along the 

way enjoy the beauty of clear mountain waters tumbling over waterfalls. Unique plant communities and 

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372 West Main Street • Franklin, NC 28734 

Phone: (828) 524-3213 • Fax (828) 369-8552 

Friends You Can Depend On. 


Take a Stroll Down Our Main Street 

F 

ranklin’s downtown district sits on 

the top of town hill, surrounded by 

beautiful scenery and lined with 

over 50 businesses. 

Our quaint Main Street offers shops with a 

long history of serving the people of Western 

North Carolina. 

Jamison Jewelers is the oldest operating 

business on Main Street opening for business in 

1905. With 105 years of service to the people 

of Franklin, today they are one of Franklin’s 

premiere jewelry stores. Mike Stewart bought 

the shop in 1984. They work with the finest 

designers in the world to create the most unique 

and valued jewelry. The diamond center offers 

wonderful creations for every occasion. 

Macon Furniture Mart has served the folks 

in Franklin for over 5 decades furnishing 

homes of families just like yours. Today 

Macon Furniture Mart and Buck’s Furniture 

continues the tradition of quality furniture at 

affordable prices. The store opened its doors 

in 1954. 2006 saw the retirement of owner 

Branch “Buck” Buchanan. Continuing his 

strong traditions today are second and third 


generations of his family, Buck’s daughter and 

grandson. 

And finally anchoring the 50 year plus 

tradition is People’s On the Square. People’s 

was founded in 1957 and still offers quality 

clothing at reasonable prices today. Mr. J.C. 

Jacobs has seen many changes since opening his 

doors. His desire was never to turn a customer 

away. Today People’s continues to offers men 

& ladies clothing, work apparel, shoes & boots. 

The operational management of the business 

today rests with J.C.’s daughters. They seek 

to uphold the standards their dad set for the 

business all those years ago. 

The Burrell Building, which was the original 

home of the Scottish Tartans Museum has 

recently been renovated into a state of the art 

Town Hall housing Franklin’s Town Officials. 

While visiting Franklin, don’t miss the 

opportunity to visit a little piece of Franklin’s 

history - Franklin’s Main Street. 

You’ll be amazed at the variety of 

shops as you stroll our Main Street 

Museums Kitchen Store 

Restaurants Art Supplies 

Coffee Shops Computer Store 

Candy Shop Jewelry Stores 

Ice Cream Shop Gem Shop 

Art Gallery Apparel Shops 

Furniture Book Store 

Yarn Shop Massage 

Vintage Shops Attorneys 

Local Arts & Crafts Hair Salon 

Real Estate Offices Banks 

County Admin. Local Artisans 

Town Admin. Insurance Agencies

Macon County Historical Museum 

Located on Main Street in downtown 

Franklin, this museum is housed in the J.R. 

Pendergrass building which is listed on the 

National Register of Historic Places. The 

building is an excellent and little altered 

example of early twentieth century retail 

store design. The building is complemented 

by original fixtures from the old store 

and a fascinating variety of artifacts and 

photographs illustrating Macon County’s 

past. Admission is free. Visitors are always 

welcome and conducted group tours can be 

arranged on request. Open year round. 

36 West Main Street • 828-524-9758 

www.maconnchistorical.org 

Ruby City Gem Museum 

This museum located in downtown 

Franklin has specimens, artifacts, ivory 

carvings, rare gems, and more. You can see 

hundreds of spheres handmade from different 

types of stone by the founder of the store. 

“The World’s Largest Sapphire” weighing 

385 pounds as well as one of the largest gem 

quality rubies found in the area (162 carats) 

are on display. Be sure to see an authentic 

shrunken head, a section of local arrowheads 

and the black-light section is a must see. Free 

to the public and cameras are welcome. Open 

April 1 - December 26. 

130 East Main Street • 828-524-3967 

www.rubycity.com/museum.html 

Explore Our History 

The Franklin Gem & 

Mineral Museum 

Located in Franklin’s historic “Old Jail” on 

Phillips Street across from the Macon County 

Courthouse, this museum has thousands of 

specimens on display including a local ruby 

weighing 2 ¼ pounds! There are six rooms 

dedicated to the cataloging and preservation 

of gem and mineral specimens from around 

the world as well as North Carolina and of 

course Macon County - home to the famous 

Cowee Valley where rubies and sapphires have 

been found for over 100 years! Admission is 

Free. Open May - October. 

25 Phillips Street • 828-369-7831 

www.fgmm.org 

Scottish Tartans Museum 

As the only one of its kind in the United 

States, this museum is a direct extension of 

the Scottish Tartans Society in Scotland. The 

museum not only displays Scottish Tartans, 

but covers various aspects of the Scottish 

experience—culture, history, dress, migration 

and military. Visitors are invited to view their 

family tartan, connect with their clan, and 

learn about the history of Highland Dress. 

The museum is complete with gift shop. 

Admission $1 adults, 10 and under free. 

Open year round, Monday - Saturday, 10 

a.m. to 5 p.m. 

86 East Main Street • 828-524-7472 

www.scottishtartans.org 

Our Historic Sites 

Brabson, Dr. Alexander C., House 

SR 1118, Otto, NC 28763 

Private Owner, Domestic, Single Dwelling 

Period: 1925-1949, 1950-1974 

Bryson, Albert Swain, House 

Hall in the Pines 

Pine Lane, Franklin, NC 28734 

Private Owner, Domestic, Single Dwelling 

Period: 1875-1899, 1900-1924 

Cowee Mound and Village Site 

Address Restricted, Wests Mill 

Owner: Private 

Cultural affiliation: Cherokee 

Function: Domestic, Village Site, Agriculture 

Period: 1750-1799 

Cowee-West’s Mill Historic District 

Address Restricted 

Owner: Private, Local Gov’t, State 

Cultural affiliation: Mississippian, Cherokee 

Function: Agriculture, Commerce/Trade, 

Domestic, Education, Funerary, Religion 

Franklin Presbyterian Church 

45 Church Street, Franklin 

Owner:Private 

Function: Religion 

Franklin Terrace Hotel 

67 Harrison Ave., Franklin, NC 

Function: Domestic, Education 

Glen Choga Lodge 

50 Lodge Rd., Aquone, NC 


Function: Domestic, Hotel 

Period: 1925-1949 

Nequasse, aka Nikwasi 

Address Restricted 

Owner: Private, Local Gov’t 

Function: Domestic, Village Site 

Period: 0-999 BC; 500-1799 AD 

Pendergrass Building 

6 W. Main St., Franklin, NC 


Function: Commerce/Trade/Museum 

Period: 1900-1949 

Siler, Jesse R., House 

115 W. Main Street, Franklin, NC 


Function: Domestic, Single Dwelling 

Period: 1875-1899 

www.nationalregisterofhistoricplaces.com


Macon County 

Public Library 

The Macon County Public Library counts nearly 22,000 

people as registered users. While books remain the heart 

of the library’s holdings, the 62,000-volume collection 

also includes less traditional materials, such as books on 

tape and all the videos designated by the American Film 

Institute as the One Hundred Greatest Movies. 

The 158,000 visitors who stop in each year come for a 

variety of reasons -- to check out books, participate in 

educational workshops, attend meetings, read current 

newspapers or magazines, do research, or just want a 

quiet place for study or reflection. 

The Macon County Public Library is located at 819 Siler 

Road. It is next to the Southwestern Community College 

Macon Campus. 


Macon County 

Taxes 

County: 09/10 Property Taxes/$100 value ................$0.2640 

Franklin: 09/10 Property Taxes/$100 value ..............$0.25 

Sales tax .................................................................................7.75% 

Income Tax: N.C. Department of Revenue 

2800 Heart Drive 

Asheville, NC 28806 

Phone: 1-877-252-3052 

Government 

Town of Franklin 

Aldermen/Town Manager ...................(828) 524-2516 

Macon County 

Board of Commissioners/County Manager 

.................................................................................(828) 349-2000 

Transportation 

Highways 

U.S. highways 23, 441 • U.S. 64 (East & West) 

NC highway 28 (North & South) 

Airports 

Macon County Airport. ................................... (828) 524-5529 

Asheville Regional Airport - 76 mi. ............ (828)684-2226 

Atlanta, Georgia - 141 mi ............................... (800)897-1910 

Greenville/Spartanburg, SC -123 mi. ......... (864)877-7426 

Bus 

Macon Transit Service ……………………... ..... (828) 349-2222 

Greyhound Bus (Waynesville, NC) - 45 mi. ....... (828) 926-2327 

Education 

Public Schools 

Macon County Schools (K-12) ......................(828)524-3314 

Colleges/Universities 

Southwestern Community College 

Macon Center………………………….. .........(828) 369-7331 

Main Campus (Sylva, NC)…… ................(800) 447-4091 

Western Carolina University 

Cullowhee, NC ............................................(800 )928-2369 

Private Schools 

Trimont Christian Academy ...........(828) 369-6756 

Victory Christian School .................(828) 586-2120 

Enrollment 

2009/2010 Kindergarten-12th Enrollment ....................4,308 

2009 Percent of Graduates taking SAT ...........................47% 

2009 Average SAT score (2400 scale) ..............................1,528 


Utilities 

Cable 

Morris Broadband ..........................................(888) 855-9036 

Electric 

Duke Energy ......................................................(800) 777-9898 

Natural Gas 

Toccoa Gas .........................................................(828) 349-1222 

Telephone 

Verizon ................................................................(800) 483-4000 

Water & Sewer 

Town of Franklin ..............................................(828) 524-2516 

Media 

Newspapers 

Asheville Citizen-Times ................................. (800)800-4202 

Franklin Press .................................................... (828)524-2010 

Macon County News ..................................... (828)369-6767 

Smoky Mtn. News ........................................... (828)452-4251 

Local Radio Stations 

WFSC-AM & WNCC FM ................................ (828)524-4418 

WPFJ-AM ............................................................ (828)369-5033 

WHLC-FM ........................................................... (828)526-1045 

Network Television 

ABC - WLOS - Asheville, NC 

CBS - WSPA - Spartanburg, SC 

NBC – WYFF – Greenville, SC 

FOX – WHNS – Spartanburg, SC 

Town & County Offices 

Franklin Fire Dept .............................................(828) 524-2332 

Franklin Police Dept ........................................(828) 524-2864 

Macon County Sheriff Dept ........................(828) 349-2104 

Macon County Board of Education ...........(828) 524-3314 

Macon County Board of Elections .............(828) 349-2034 

Macon County Courthouse ........................(828) 349-2000 

Macon County EMS .......................................(828) 349-2067 

Macon County Humane Society ................(828) 524-4588 

Macon County Inspections...........................(828) 349-2072 

Macon County Landfill ...................................(828) 349-2077 

Macon Co. Public Health Ctr .......................(828) 349-2081 

Macon Co. Public Library ..............................(828) 524-3600 

Macon Co. Recreation Dept .........................(828) 349-2090 

Macon Co. Social Services ............................(828) 349-2114 

Franklin Town Office .......................................(828) 524-2516

Facts & Stats 

State & Federal Offices 

NC Employment Security Comm ................(828) 369-9534 

NC Driver’s License Office .............................(828) 524-3592 

NC License Plate Agency ................................(828) 369-8165 

NC Division of Forestry ...................................(828) 369-8677 

Social Security Administration .....................(866) 562-0738 

U.S. Forest Service ............................................(828) 524-6441 

U.S. Post Office ...................................................(828) 524-3219 

Hospitals 

Angel Medical Center .................................... (828) 524-8411 

WestCare Health System .............................. (828) 586-7000 

Highlands/Cashiers Hospital ...................... (828) 526-1200 

Major Industries & Employers 

Top Manufacturers (2nd Quarter 2007) 

SHAW ENTERPRISES INC..............................................250-499 

WHITLEY PRODUCTS .....................................................100-249 

CATERPILLAR INC ............................................................100-249 

TEKTONE SOUND & SIGNAL MFG INC ..................50-99 

CR FRANKLIN INC ...........................................................Below 50 

COOK BROTHERS LUMBER CO INC .........................Below 50 

FRANKLIN LUMBER & KILN CO INC ........................Below 50 

Top Non-Manufacturing Employers 

(2nd Quarter 2007) 

MACON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ......................500-999 

DRAKE ENTERPRISES LTD (A CORP) ........................250-499 

MACON COUNTY ............................................................250-499 

ANGEL MEDICAL CENTER ............................................250-499 

HIGHLANDS CASHIERS HOSPITAL INC ..................250-499 

WAL-MART ASSOCIATES INC .....................................100-249 

Population & Growth 

2013 Total Population (projection) ..................36,414 1.5% 

2008 Total Population...........................................33,756 1.5% 

2000 Total Population...........................................29,811 

July 2007 Certified Population Estimate .......33,626 

July 2007 Certified Population Growth ..........3,820 

July 2007 Certified Net Migration ..................4,288 

Income 

2008 Median Family Income......................................... $46,933 

2008 Per Capita Income ................................................. $22,927 

2008 Median Household Income ............................... $39,916 

2008 Median Disposable Income ............................... $32,856 

Employment/unemployment 

Labor Force 

December, 2009 ....................................................................16,308 

Unemployment Rate 

December, 2009 ....................................................................11.4% 

Commercial/Retail/Industrial 

Local Businesses 

2008 Available Industrial Buildings ............................... 3 

2008 Total Retail Sales 

(With Food/Drink) ($mil) ................................................... $380.5 

2008 Total Retail Businesses 

(With Food/Drink) ................................................................ 498 

2009 Tier designation ......................................................... 2 

Employment & Wages 

Employment and Wages, by Sector 

(2nd Quarter 2007) 

Total All Industries ................................................................. $533 

Total Government .................................................................. $623 

Total Private Industry ............................................................ $518 

Agriculture Forestry Fishing & Hunting ........................ $462 

Construction............................................................................. $552 

Manufacturing ......................................................................... $602 

Wholesale Trade ..................................................................... $609 

Retail Trade ............................................................................... $444 

Transportation and Warehousing .................................... $571 

Information ............................................................................... $539 

Finance and Insurance ......................................................... $753 

Real Estate and Rental and Leasing ................................ $415 

Professional and Technical Services ................................ $603 

Administrative and Waste Services ................................. $549 

Health Care and Social Assistance .................................. $595 

Arts, Entertainment and Recreation ................................ $509 

Accommodation and Food Services ............................... $282 


MACON COUNTY 

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION 

Living 

in the 

Population 

Population: 33,756 

Projected 2013 Population: 36,414 

Annual Growth Rate (2000 to 2008): 10,7% 

Labor 

Labor Force: 16,308 

2009Q1 Unemployment Rate: 12.2% 

Labor Draw Area: 79,418 

Average Weekly Wage: $551 

Average Weekly Wage Manufacturing: $659 

Income and Housing 

Median Household Income: $39,272 

Home Ownership: 81.3% 

Housing options are extremely diverse. 

The median home price in Macon County is $140,000. 

Whether you want to live on a secluded lot with several 

acres and a great view, live in condo in the middle of 

town or enjoy the country club life, Macon County has 

something for you. 

The County’s climate features four distinct seasons. 

Typically December and January are the coldest months 

with July and August the hottest. Our mean annual 

temperature is 55F and varies from a mean low of 38F 

in January to a mean high of 71F in July.The County is 

located in one of the highest rainfall zones in the Eastern 

U.S. with a mean annual rainfall of 70 inches. Snow 

represents 2 to 10% of the annual precipitation. 


Education 

Percentage of Population that are 

High School Graduates: 77.4% 

Average SAT Score (2400 Scale): 1,528 

Percentage Bachelors Degree or Higher 16.2% 

Community College - 1 

High Schools -3 

Junior High - 1 

Elementary - 8 

Macon County has one of the best school systems in 

North Carolina. The system consistently performs 

among the best in the state for SAT scores. Schools 

and class sizes are small and students are afforded 

a rare opportunity for learning in our local schools. 

The average class size is 19 and average elementary 

schools have 303 total students. 

Two hospitals serve Macon County as well as a locally 

based Air Ambulance service that supports regional 

medical facilities. Specialists covering all medical 

disciplines are available in the county. A full range of 

supporting medical and dental practices are located 

throughout Macon County including an Urgent Care 

Center. 

Physicians per 10,000 of Population 21 

Registered Nurses per 10,000 of Population 60 

Dentists per 10,000 of Population 4

Geography & Climate 

Geography 

Macon County is located in southwestern North 

Carolina, about 65 miles west of Asheville, NC and 130 

miles north of Atlanta, GA. The county lies within the 

Blue Ridge Physiographic Providence and contains 

several mountain ranges with peaks over 5,000 feet in 

elevation. 

The county land area is 516 sq. miles and the population 

is 33,756. Franklin, the county seat, lies near the 

center of the county at an elevation of 2,110 feet with a 

population of 3,490. Highlands is the other major town 

in the county with a population of 1,100 year round 

residents and is the highest incorporated town (4,118 

feet) east of the Mississippi River. Major highways run 

north - south in the Little Tennessee River Basin and 

east - west across mountain ranges. 


Climate 

Climate of the region is classed as Marine, Humid, 

Temperate because of high moisture and mild 

temperatures. Four distinct seasons provide a diverse 

climate. Although the county is in one of the highest 

rainfall zones in the eastern U.S., there can be large spatial 

variability in precipitation amounts during storm events. 

Average Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit) 

Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory, 1934-2007 

Month Maximum Minimum Mean 

January 49.65 27.20 38.42 

February 52.83 28.67 40.75 

March 60.10 34.20 47.16 

April 68.84 41.21 55.03 

May 75.64 48.29 61.94 

June 81.21 55.44 68.32 

July 83.60 59.17 71.38 

August 82.92 58.68 70.80 

September 77.78 52.86 65.32 

October 69.87 41.96 55.91 

November 59.82 33.69 46.72 

December 51.43 28.02 39.72 

Precipitation 

Precipitation is usually abundant in all months but 

greatest occur in late winter and smallest amounts 

during the fall season. Snow comprises only 2 to 10% 

of the annual precipitation at low elevations. Average 

annual precipitation is about 70 inches at low elevations 

but is highly variable from year to year. The driest year 

on record at Coweeta occurred in 2007 with only 47.7 

inches at the base station, which is a 22.9-inch deficit 

for the year. In general, precipitation increases with 

elevation, and, at Coweeta, averages about 90 inches 

at the highest elevations. 

Average Monthly Precipitation (inches) 

Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory, 1934-2007 

Month 

Month 

January 6.85 July 5.45 

February 6.90 August 5.36 

March 7.56 September 5.24 

April 5.76 October 4.36 

May 5.22 November 5.86 

June 5.50 December 6.62

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Since 1961, Leading Eye Care You Can Trust 

Franklin Office 

144 Holly Springs Park Dr. 

Frank A. Killian, M.D. 

W.Copley McLean, Jr., M.D. 

W. Zachery Bridges, Jr., M.D. 

Frank A. Killian, MD 

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Please call (828)524-7333 to schedule an appointment 

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Stop 15 on the Great American BBQ Tour 

North Carolina State Championship 

Pro and Backyard Contests 

• Tastin’ Tent for visitors to judge cooking team’s entries 

• Delicious BBQ dinners and other festival foods 

• Live Entertainment 

• Arts & Crafts Market 

• Food Vendors 

Admission: 

Adults- $6.00 

Kids 12 & Under - Free 

Wayne Proffitt 

Agricultural Center 

For more information call 800-336-7829 

Applications for cook teams available on website: www.MountainHighBBQFestival.com 

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Friday Night Concert By 

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APARTMENTS 

HERITAGE INN 

49 Heritage Hollow Dr. 

PH: (828) 524-4150 828-524-4150 

heritageinnbb@windstream.net 

www.heritageinnbb.com 

BED & BREAKFAST 

BUTTONWOOD INN 

50 Admiral Dr. 

PH: (828) 369-8985 888-368-8985 

innkeeperbwbb@myexcel.com 

www.buttonwoodbb.com 

FIRE MOUNTAIN INN CABINS & 

TREEHOUSES 

Box 2772 

HIGHLANDS, NC 28741 

PH: (828) 526-4446 800-775-4446 

reservatios@firemt.com 

www.firemt.com 

OAK HILL COUNTRY INN 

1689 Old Murphy Rd. 

PH: (828) 349-9194 

800-587-6374 code07 

oakhillcountryinn@verizon.net 

www.oakhillcountryinn.com 

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COTTAGES 

A ANGEL MOUNTAIN CABIN 

2778 Lakey Creek Rd. 

PH: (828) 349-4512 

oneangel@dnet.net 

www.angelmountaincabin.com 

A DREAM CABIN 

637 Pleasant Hill Rd. 

PH: (404) 499-8607 

A MOUNTAIN SWISS CHALET 

223 Zurich Circle 

PH: (305) 559-5875 

info@amountainswisschalet.com 

www.amountainswisschalet.com 

A WILDERNESS RETREAT 

20 Old Poplar Road 

PH: (305) 505-2444 

wldnsretreat@aol.com 

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A WOODLAND MOUNTAIN COTTAGE 

382 Beasley Mine Rd. 

PH: (941) 795-2111 

wmcottagenc@aol.com 

www.wmcottage.com 

AMERI COTTAGES 

141 Buck Falls Rd. 

Highlands, NC 28741 

PH: (305) 458-0033 

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ANDY'S TROUT FARM 

Betty's Creek Rd. 

DILLARD, GA 30537 

PH: (706) 746-2550 

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Business Directory 

The City is Franklin and the State is North Carolina unless otherwise noted 

AUNT DOBSON'S FARMHOUSE 

232 Dobson Rd. 

PH: (859) 750-2190 

auntdobsonfarmhouse@yahoo.com 

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BATES CABINS 

129 Mac's Mtn Retreat 

PH: (828) 342-7764 

batescabins@aol.com 

www.batescabins.com 

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BEAR PAW CABIN 

20 Bear Paw Hill Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-0047 

bearpaw2u@earthlink.net 

BIG BEAR LOG CABIN RENTALS 

357 Wide Horizon Dr. 

PH: (828) 349-0099 866-349-0099 

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www.bigbearfranklin.com 

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BLACKBERRY COTTAGE 

311 Golfview Dr. 

PH: (828) 524-2506 

BLOOM COTTAGE - STEVE WRIGHT 

40 Bloom Cottage Place 

PH: (954) 782-6294 

www.franklin-chamber.com/bloomcottage 

BRENDA'S CABIN 

88 Sam Stockton Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-3675 

BRYE HAUS 

TOPTON, NC 28781 

PH: (813) 685-5033 

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BUCKWOOD LOG LODGE 

71 Doe Falls Rd. 


PH: (828) 524-4811 866-524-4811 

buckwoodlodge@gmail.com 

www.buckwood.com 

CAROLINA MOUNTAINTOP HOMES 

150 Deer Crossing Rd. 

PH: (800) 820-1210 828-371-2999 

cmthomes@yahoo.com 

www.cmthomes.com 


CAROLINA VACATION LODGING 

12121 Hwy. 19 West 

BRYSON CITY, NC 28713 

PH: (828) 488-6345 800-468-7238 

raft@carolinaoutfitters.com 

www.carolinaoutfitters.com 

CARTOOGECHAYE CREEK CAMPGROUND 

91 No Name Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-8553 

vhatch0818@aol.com 

www.franklin-chamber.com/cartoogechaye.html 

CHEROKEE MOUNTAIN CABIN 

61 Bear Creek Rd. 

NANTAHALA, NC 28781 

PH: (828) 321-2010 866-77C-ABIN 

clenmon@cherokeemountaincabin 

www.cherokeemountaincabins.com 

CHESTNUT CREEK CABIN 

767 Chestnut Cove Rd. 

SYLVA, NC 28779 

PH: (828) 586-9557 

jannis@dnet.net 

www.franklin-chamber.com/chestnutcreekcabin 

COBBLESTONE CAPITAL,LLC 

890F Atlanta St. PMB 156 

PH: (828) 421-0352 404- 558-0116 

pringlehomes@gmail.com 

www.timberframerentals.com 

CORRIEGLEN COTTAGES 

61 Lamar Lane 

PH: (828) 524-5358 

alcoffey@msn.com 

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COWEETA LAKE COTTAGES 

715 Coweeta Lake Circle 


PH: (828) 524-8584 

maryfernandez7@aol.com 

DAVE'S PLACE VACATION RENTALS 

1516 Nickajack Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-2628 

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www.franklin-chamber.com/davesplace 

DOVE'S REST LOG CABINS 

166 Dan Mar Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-3133 

dovesrest@earthlink.net 

EAGLE'S CREST CABINS 

18 Wide View Lane 

PH: (828) 369-7348 

eagleone@dnet.net 

FARM VIEW COTTAGE 

151 Valley Lane 

PH: (828) 524-7392 

dantinz@yahoo.com 

www.farmviewcottage.com 

FIRE MOUNTAIN INN CABINS & TREE- 

HOUSES 

Box 2772 


PH: (828) 526-4446 800-775-4446 

reservatios@firemt.com 

www.firemt.com 

FRANKLIN, NC VACATION HOME 

RENTALS 

158 Jewell Dr. 

PH: (601) 825-9885 512-493-0382 

support@homeaway.com 

www.homeaway.com/NC-Mountainscabin-rentals/cashiers-area-vacationrentals.htm 

HILLBANKS RENTALS 

20 Brassy Creek Lane 

PH: (828) 369-9735 

dbl0@dnet.net 

LAKESHORE COTTAGE 

823 Lakeshore Dr. 

PH: (305) 970-1600 

lakeshorecottage@bellsouth.net 

home.bellsouth.net/p/pwp-lakeshorecottage 

MINI NIAGARA FALLS 


PH: (828) 524-6513 

www.apex-ephemera.com/mininiagara 

MITCHELL'S LODGE & COTTAGES 

264 Dillard Rd. 


PH: (828) 526-2267 800-522-9874 

relax@mitchellslodge.com 

www.mitchellslodge.com 

MOUNTAIN BROOK COTTAGES 

208 Mountain Brook Rd 


PH: (828) 586-4329 800- 258-4052 

michele@mountainbrook.com 

www.mountainbrook.com 

OAK GROVE CABINS 

9835 Bryson City Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-0166 828-342-4257 

oakgrove@dnet.net 

www.oakgrovecabins.com 

Step back in time in our authentic 

1800’s log cabin on the Little Tennessee 

River. 6 nicely furnished cabins & 

cottages with WiFi, A/C, satellite TV, 

gas logs. Enjoy the river, fish or swim 

from the backyard or watch the leaves 

change color. Near gem mines. Long 

term available. 


OLE GREGORY MINE HOUSE 

2904 Ruby Mine Road 

PH: (828) 506-7486 

vistas@dnet.net 

ORCHARD HILL COTTAGE 

69 Hougie Heaven Lane 

PH: (828) 349-2925 

genediane@dnet.net 

PINES RV PARK & CABINS 

4724 Murphy Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-4490 

pinesrvparkNC@aol.com 

www.gocampin.net/pinesrvpark 

PRIMROSE COTTAGE 

151 Gemstone Dr. 

PH: (828) 371-0675 

epignona@wildblue.net 

www.primrosevacationcottage.com 

RIDGE RETREAT.COM 

Topton, NC 

TOPTON, NC 28781 

PH: (813) 242-7515 877-834-6241 

chalet352@aol.com 

www.ridgeretreat.com

RIVENDELL CABIN 

950 Henderson Rd. 

PH: (828) 349-6087 800-994-6462 

rivendell9a@verizon.net 

www.rivendellcabin.com 

3 cabins with hot tubs, satellite TV, fully 

furnished, WD, pet friendly with great 

views. Sleeps from 9,8,5, CC, secluded & 

private. Phones, internet, central heat 

& AC, fireplaces,porches. 

RIVER BEAR CABIN 

305 Climbing Bear Dr. 

PH: (904) 519-8300 

dnvgowan@bellsouth.net 

www.riverbearcabin.com 

SIT A SPELL CABIN 

328 Lakey Creek Dr. 

PH: (877) 680-1989 

relax@sitaspellcabins.com 

www.sitaspellcabins.com 

SLEEPY HOLLOW MOUNTAIN CABINS 

130 Sleepy Hollow Lane 

PH: (828) 524-4311 877-682-8850 

sleepyhollow@dnet.net 

www.sleepyhollowmountaincabins.com 

SMOKY MOUNTAIN GETAWAYS 

12 Younge Lane 

Sylva, NC 28779- 

PH: (866) 586-8058 828-586-8058 

info@smokymtngetaways.net 

www.smokymtngetaway.net 

Over 70 vacation rentals from cabins to 

luxury homes. Long range views, river 

front, lake front and hot tubs. Accommodations 

for two or for a large group. 

SMOKY MOUNTAIN HEAVEN 

467 Hidden Acres Trail 

PH: (904) 669-5038 

lmiles3177@aol.com 


SPECTACULAR MOUNTAINVIEW/ 

RIVERVIEW 

13609 11th Terrace E 

PH: (941) 773-3004 

thomashopkins@earthlink.net 

www.vacationhomerentals.com 

SEE AD ON PAGES 30 & 45 

TAYLOR'S MOUNTAINSIDE A-FRAME 

172 Hickory Hollow Rd. 

PH: (239) 281-9862 

taylorsmtnside@aol.com 

www.franklin-chamber.com/taylormtnside 

THE FARM ON KNOB HILL 

280 Apple Trail 

PH: (828) 283-3893 

aprillsgro@hotmail.com 


TURNSTONE LOG CABIN RENTALS 

846 Big Creek Rd. 

OTTO, NC 28763 

PH: (706) 746-7582 

info@turnstonecabins.com 

www.turnstonecabins.com/res-Macon- 

Chamber.htm 

WAYAH CREEK COTTAGES 

26 Wayah Way 

PH: (828) 524-2034 800-559-8280 

www.franklin-chamber.com/wayahcreek 

Secluded storybook cluster of rustic 

wormy chestnut/pine cabins on a rushing 

trout stream in scenic Wayah valley, 

7 miles west of Franklin. A little piece 

of heaven from the 1950’s. Completely 

refurbished, maintaining their historic, 

cozy, rustic elegance & stone fireplaces 


WAYAH WATERS COTTAGES 


PH: (828) 369-5000 

alolsen2@verizon.net 

www.inthesmokymountains.com/wwcc 

WIDE HORIZON COTTAGES 

2051 & 2061 Wide Horizon Dr. 

PH: (828) 524-1066 904-772-9174 

paijoh8@dnet.net 

www.franklinncvacationcottages.com 

WONDERFUL EARTH TREASURES INC 

6985 Highlands Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-5343 

stengernc@aol.com 

www.onesource-rentals.com 

Waterfront fully furnished cottages. 

Centrally located to all attractions. Pets 

welcome for additional fee. Beautiful 

location. Best rates! Open May 1-Oct 

31, each year. 

GROUP HOUSING 

ROLLING THUNDER RIVER CO. 

10160 Hwy 19 West 


PH: (828) 488-2030 800-408-7238 

rafting@rollingthunderriverco. 

www.rollingthunderriverco.com 

HOTELS/MOTELS 

CAROLINA MOTEL 

2601 Georgia Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-3380 

donjerz@smnet.net 

www.carolinamotel.com 

COLONIAL INN 


PH: (828) 524-6600 866-265-6466 

colonialinn@dnet.net 

www.colonialinnfranklin.com 

DAYS INN - FRANKLIN 

1320 E. Main St. 

PH: (828) 524-6491 

gowhenever@hotmail.com 

www.daysinn.com 

HAMPTON INN OF FRANKLIN 

244 Cunningham Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-0600 800-hampton 

fknnc_hampton@hilton.com 

www.hamptoninn.com 

HIGHLANDS SUITE HOTEL 

205 Main Street 


PH: (828) 526-4502 800-221-5078 

mtnhi@gte.net 

www.highlandssuitehotel.com 


MICROTEL INNS & SUITES 

81 Allman Dr. 

PH: (828) 349-9000 888-403-1700 

eraymond@dnet.net 

www.microtelfranklinnc.com 


MOUNTAIN HIGH LODGE 

200 Main Street 


PH: (828) 526-2790 

mtnhi@gte.net 

www.mountainhighlodge.com 


THE FRANKLIN MOTEL 

17 W. Palmer St. 

PH: (828) 524-4431 800-433-5507 

www.thefranklinmotel.com 

INNS 

HERITAGE INN 


PH: (828) 524-4150 

heritageinnbb@windstream.net 

www.heritageinnbb.com 

RESORTS 

FALLING WATERS ADVENTURE RESORT 

1251 Academy Rd. 

LONG CREEK, SC 29658 

PH: (800) 451-9972 864-647-9587 

reservations@wildwaterrafting 

www.fallingwatersresort.com 

GOLF VILLAS AT MILL CREEK COUNTRY 

CLUB 

Mill Creek Country Club 

PH: (828) 421-5823 828-369-9908 

bnbmerrill@comcast.net 

www.franklingolfrentals.com 


MILL CREEK RESORT & COUNTRY CLUB 

341 Country Club Drive 

PH: (828) 524-6458 800-533-3916 

rentals@millcreekcountryclub.com 

www.millcreekcountryclub.com 

NANTAHALA VILLAGE 

9400 Hwy 19 West 

Bryson City, NC 28713 

PH: (828) 488-2826 800-438-1507 

ron@nantahalariver.com 

www.nvnc.com/nantahalariver.com 

VACATION HOME RENTALS 

AAA GOLF LOVER'S VACATION HOME 

701 Oak Creek Rd. #B 

PH: (419) 967-0796 

kayakthebay@earthlink.net 

www.home.earthlink.net/~kayakthebay 

A ANGEL MOUNTAIN CABIN 

2778 Lakey Creek Rd. 

PH: (828) 349-4512 

oneangel@dnet.net 

www.angelmountaincabin.com 

A BEARPAW WILDERNESS RETREAT 

719 Bearpaw Ridge Rd. 

PH: (305) 219-9284 

carolinabound@bellsouth.net 


CAROLINA MOUNTAINTOP HOMES 

150 Deer Crossing Rd. 

PH: (800) 820-1210 828-371-2999 

cmthomes@yahoo.com 

www.cmthomes.com 


COBBLESTONE CAPITAL,LLC 

890F Atlanta St. PMB 156 

Roswell, GA 30075 

PH: (828) 421-0352 404- 558-0116 

pringlehomes@gmail.com 

www.timberframerentals.com 

DESOTO TRAIL/REALTY WORLD 


PH: (828) 524-8488 800-438-8493 

desoto@realtyworld.com 

www.desototrailrealty.com 

FRANKLIN GOLF RENTALS 


PH: (828) 371-1646 


FRANKLIN NC VACATION RENTALS 

3801 S. Capital of Texas Hwy 

Austin, TX 78704- 

PH: (886) 771-3010 512-493-0382 

afaulkner@homeaway.com 

homeaway.com/vacation-rentals/northcarolina/franklinr5408 

MIKE & ALEX'S VACATION HOMES 

105 Windy Hill Dr. (physical of unit) 

PH: (828) 369-7706 

battystonecat@earthlink.net 



PH: (828) 524-6458 800-533-3916 



NANTAHALA REAL ESTATE CO. 



PH: (828) 321-3101 866-218-8439 

kristine@nantahalaproperties.com 

www.visitmylake.com 


NANTAHALA RIVER LODGE 



PH: (800) 470-4718 912-727-4025 

annette@nantahalariverlodge.net 

www.nantahalariverlodge.net 

REST IN THE MOUNTAINS LLC 

144 Porter St. 

PH: (828) 524-8088 800-499-9310 

info@restinthemountains.com 

www.restinthemountains.com 


SMOKY MOUNTAIN HEAVEN 


PH: (904) 669-5038 

lmiles3177@aol.com 


SPECTACULAR MOUNTAINVIEW/ 

RIVERVIEW 

13609 11th Terrace E 

BRADENTON, FL 34212 

PH: (941) 773-3004 

thomashopkins@earthlink.net 

www.vacationhomerentals.com 

SEE AD ON PAGE 30 & 49 

TAYLOR'S MOUNTAINSIDE A-FRAME 

172 Hickory Hollow Rd. 

PH: (239) 281-9862 

taylorsmtnside@aol.com 

www.franklin-chamber.com/taylormtnside 

THE FARM ON KNOB HILL 

280 Apple Trail 

PH: (828) 283-3893 

aprillsgro@hotmail.com 


VILLAS 

CHEROKEE HILLS GOLF COURSE 

3046 Harshaw Rd. 

Murphy, NC 28906 

PH: (828) 837-5853 800-334-3905 

cherokeehillsgolfcourse@cabletvonline.net 

www.mountainshops.com 


FRANKLIN GOLF RENTALS 


PH: (828) 371-1646 


GOLF VILLAS AT MILL CREEK COUNTRY 

CLUB 

Mill Creek Country Club 

PH: (828) 421-5823 828-369-9908 

bnbmerrill@comcast.net 





PH: (828) 524-6458 800-533-3916 



ACCOUNTANTS 

J. BRAXTON FREEMAN CPA PA 

12 Maple Street 

828-524-7648 

JOANNA L. FOSTER CPA 

156 High Valley Rd. 


PH: (828) 488-9222 828-736-4094 

joanna@joannafostercpa.com 

www.joannafostercpa.com 

K.M. STIWINTER & CO. 

481 Franklin Farm Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-9627 

km.stiwinter@verizon.net 

ADVERTISING 

CLIP & SAVE COUPON BOOK 

1250 Mashburn Branch Rd. 

PH: (828) 342-1199 

ads@clipandsavemag.com 

www.clipandsavemag.com 

YELLOW BOOK USA 

1340D Patton Ave 

ASHEVILLE, NC 28806 

PH: (828) 772-3303 

kristina.parker@yellowbook.com 

www.yellowbook.com 

AIRPORT SERVICES 

FRANKLIN AVIATION INC. 

1241 Airport Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-5529 

franklinair@smnet.net 

AMUSEMENTS/ATTRACTIONS 

CHEROKEE HISTORICAL ASSOC. 

564 Tsali Blvd. 

CHEROKEE, NC 28719 

PH: (828) 497-2111 866-554-4557 

info@cherokeehistorical.org 

www.cherokeehistorical.org 


HARRAH'S CHEROKEE CASINO 

777 Casino Dr. 


PH: (828) 497-7777 800-Harrahs 

RUBY CINEMAS 

2097 Georgia Hwy. 

PH: (828) 524-2076 828-369-6876 

www.rubycinemas.com 


SANTA'S LAND THEME PARK AND ZOO 

Hwy 19 North - Soco Road 


PH: (828) 497-9191 

www.santaslandnc.com 

SMOKY MOUNTAIN CENTER FOR THE 

PERFORMING ARTS 


PH: (828) 349-5921 866-273-4615 

scott.bass@wncfinearts.com 

www.greatmountainmusic.com 

SEE AD ON BACK INSIDE COVER 

THE FACTORY 


PH: (828) 349-8888 866-482-2386 

www.thefactory.bz 

SEE AD ON BACK INSIDE COVER 

ANTIQUES 

ANTIQUES ON MAIN 


PH: (828) 524-1992 

robinh@dnet.net 

WE HAVE IT ALL! 3000 square feet of 

Great Antiques! China, art pottery, cut 

glass & crystal. A fab collection of sterling, 

costume & fine jewelry. Lighting, 

art works & more! Open Tuesday-Friday 

10am-5pm, Saturday 10am-2pm. 


SMOKY MTN ANTIQUE MALL 

4488 Georgia Highway 

PH: (828) 524-5293 

WHISTLE STOP MALL 


PH: (828) 349-1600 

whistlestopnc@aol.com 

www.whistlestopmall.com 


APPAREL 

COWBOYS AND DIVAS 


PH: (828) 369-7300 

teamrsmsalesinc@aol.com 


DONCASTER/TANNER OUTLET 

251 Holly Springs Plaza 

PH: (828) 524-8683 

franklin@tannerretail.com 

www.doncaster.com 

PEOPLE'S ON THE SQUARE 


PH: (828) 524-3115 

peoples@dnet.net 

www.peoplesonthesquare.com 

TOWN HILL CLOTHING 

268 E. Palmer St. 

PH: (828) 349-8999 

jaturner4@hughes.net 

APPAREL, ATHLETIC 

WNC SPORTS ZONE 

209 Franklin Plaza Dr. 

PH: (828) 369-6587 

tgiegeri@dnet.net 


ARCHITECT 

RITTER ARCHITECTURE PA 

167 Sloan Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-6611 877-550-4905 

info@ritterarchitecture.com 

www.ritterarchitecture.com 

ART GALLERY 

MACON COUNTY ART ASSOCIATION 


PH: (828) 349-4607 

donka3fr@yahoo.com 

www.dnet.net/mcaa 

MICHAEL M. ROGERS GALLERY 


PH: (828) 524-6709 828-369-8494 

www.sharethebeauty.com 

TSARTISTRY LLC 

20 Cullasaja Vista Lane 

PH: (828) 524-5359 

ccopple@tsartistry.com 

www.tsartistry-llc.com 

ARTS & CRAFTS 

CREATIONS BY MYROLIN 

Whistle Stop Mall 

PH: (828) 524-9272 

myrolin@yahoo.com 

www.creationsmyrolin.com\whistlestopmall 

DESIGNS BY LOIS 

41 Robin Crest 

PH: (828) 524-7078 

loisl@smnet.net 

NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAIN MADE 


PH: (828) 524-7766 

ncmtnmade@verizon.net 

www.ncmtnmade.com 

The home of authentic handmade products 

of over 200 outstanding artists & 

craftsmen from Western NC. Quilts, 

stained glass, pottery, baskets, jewelry, 

woodwork & paintings. 

ASSISTED LIVING 

CHESTNUT HILL 

64 Clubhouse Trail 


PH: (828) 787-2114 

GaryTallent@ChestnutHillAtHighlands.com 

www.ChestnutHillAtHighlands.com 

GRANDVIEW MANOR CARE CENTER 

150 Crisp Street 

PH: (828) 524-4425 877-919-4257 

dstrum@smnet.net 

www.egrandview.com 

ATTORNEYS 

COLLINS & HENSLEY PA 

217 Iotla Street 

PH: (828) 524-0017 

collinsandhensley@verizon.net 

COWARD HICKS & SILER P.A. 

9 West Main Street 

PH: (828) 524-6475 

JONES KEY MELVIN & PATTON P.A. 


PH: (828) 524-4444 

fhjones@joneskey.com 

www.joneskey.com 

LAW OFFICES OF KENNETH FROMKNECHT 

29 Iotla St. 

PH: (828) 349-9911 

fromknec@dnet.net 

RUSSELL R. BOWLING 

77 West Main St. 

PH: (828) 524-5070 

www.russellbowling.com 

AUTO REPAIR 

CAROLINA TRANSMISSION 

PO Box 1295 

PH: (828) 369-2405 

www.carolina-transmissions.com 

DAN'S AUTO SERVICE 

454 EAST MAIN STREET 

PH: (828) 524-6677 828-524-3856 

MCCOY'S AUTOMOTIVE & ALIGNMENT 


PH: (828) 524-4058 

mccoysautomotive@verizon.net 

MOUNTAIN AUTO SERVICE 

160 S. Old Prentiss Rd. 

PH: (828) 349-5200 

martyrowland2003@yahoo.com 

AUTO SALES 

FRANKLIN FORD 

4910 Sylva Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-2156 800-793-6737 

JIM BROWN CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE INC. 

556 Highlands Road 

PH: (828) 369-5003 800-666-7438 

g.tallent@jimbrownchrysler.com 

www.jimbrownchrysler.com 

SMOKY MOUNTAIN CHEVROLET 

71 Cat Creek Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-0734 

pfouts@smnet.net 

www.smchevy.com 


BANKS 

CAROLINA FIRST BANK 

143 Porter Street 

PH: (828) 349-0858 

drewkirkpatrick@carolinafirst.com 

www.carolinafirst.com 

FIRST CITIZENS BANK 


PH: (828) 524-8978 

www.firstcitizens.com 

MACON BANK 

50 W. Main St. 

PH: (828) 524-7000 800-438-2265 

mjones@maconbank.com 

www.maconbank.com 


NANTAHALA BANK & TRUST COMPANY 

120 Siler Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-2265 866-754-2265 

snicholson@nantahalabank.com 

www.nantahalabank.com 


RBC BANK 

100 W. Main Street 

PH: (828) 524-0554 800-888-7888 

UNITED COMMUNITY BANK 


PH: (828) 369-6197 800-352-6197 

jim_breedlove@ucbi.com 

www.ucbi.com 


WACHOVIA BANK 

55 East Main St. 

PH: (828) 369-3300

BAKERY 

RIVERBLAZE BAKING CO. 


PH: (828) 369-7633 

www.nantahalabaking.com 

BANQUET FACILITY 

THE MCCOLLUM HOUSE 


PH: (828) 524-1922 

BEAUTY SALON 

SERENDIPITY SALON & SPA 

149 Macon Plaza 

PH: (828) 524-2161 828-524-5001 

heritageimage@aol.com 

THE HAIR & NAIL GALLERY 

232 Cunningham Rd. Suite 1 

PH: (828) 524-4916 

BEDDING 

SLEEP USA MATTRESS SUPERSTORE 


PH: (828) 349-1999 

BICYCLES 

SMOKY MOUNTAIN BICYCLES 


PH: (828) 369-2881 

s.bicycles@mchsi.com 

www.smokymtnbikes.com 

BOOKSTORES 

DALTON'S CHRISTIAN BOOKSTORE 

177 FRANKLIN PLAZA 

PH: (828) 369-6464 

holbrook@dnet.net 

www.daltonschristianbooks.com 


FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY 


PH: (828) 349-6256 

MILLIE & EVE'S USED BOOKSTORE 


PH: (828) 369-9059 

eveboatright@gmail.com 

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 

AMERICA'S HOME PLACE 

335 NP&L Loop 

PH: (828) 349-0990 

stuartg@americashomeplace.com 

www.americashomeplace.com 

Building beautiful custom built homes. 

From cabins to castles on your lot. Stick 

built not modular, just the way you want it. 


BEALE CONSTRUCTION 

177 Sloan Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-5044 

beale@dnet.net 

CAROLINA BUILDER SERVICES INC. 

2541 Bryson City Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-5575 

CAVENDER CONSTRUCTION 

305 Mason Mtn. Dr. 

828-349-2852 828-342-3800 

cavenderconst@dnet.net 

www.CavenderConstruction.com 


CLEAR CREEK CONSTRUCTION 

22 Brookstone Forest Way 

PH: (828) 421-6145 

nathan_plemens@yahoo.com 

CUSTOM CLOSET CONNECTION 

220 Bidwell St. 

PH: (828) 200-9783 

jill@customclosetconnection.com 

customclosetconnection.com 

DALTON'S CONSTRUCTION CO. 

605 Baird Cove Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-9665 

HURST GUARANTEED DRY WATER- 

PROOFING INC. 


PH: (828) 369-6679 

dhwater@verizon.net 

SOLID FOUNDATION INC. 

3024 Mulberry Rd. 


PH: (828)369-3894 

mulberry@dnet.net 


STANLEY BUILDERS INC 

44 Dowling Dr. 

OTTO, NC 28763 

PH: (706) 982-0845 828-369-0305 

stanleybldr@verizon.net 

www.stanleybldr.homestead.com 

SULLIVAN CONST. & DEV. CO. INC. 


PH: (828) 369-8191 

sullivan@sullivanconstructioninc.com 

www.sullivanconstructioninc.com 

THE HOLLAND GROUP 


PH: (828) 524-4318 

holland@dnet.net 

www.hollandconstruction.com 

THE MONTGOMERY CO. 

24 Yearling Way 

PH: (828) 421-8211 

frank@themontgomeryco.com 

www.themontgomeryco.com 

WINTER SUN CONSTRUCTION LLC 

114 Stahelin Lane 

PH: (828) 342-0873 

info@wintersunllc.com 

www.wintersunllc.com 


BUILDING SUPPLIES 

JENNINGS BUILDERS SUPPLY 

283 Thomas Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-1786 

fr1@dnet.net 

jenningsbuilderssupply.com 

LOWES OF FRANKLIN 

161 Franklin Plaza 

PH: (828) 349-4654 

NANTAHALA LUMBER CO. 

301 Depot St. 

PH: (828) 524-2131 

BUSINESS ASSISTANCE/TRAINING 

CAPITAL SOURCES 

1281 Georgia Rd. PMB 374 

PH: (828) 371-3436 

lreedtyler@yahoo.com 

MOUNTAIN BIZWORKS 

200 Marsh Lilly Drive 


PH: (828) 631-0292 

tonya@mtnmicro.org 

www.mtnmicro.org 

WORKPLACE SOLUTIONS 

8716 Hwy 74W 

Whittier, NC 28789 

PH: (828) 497-9180 

office@wncemployees.com 

www.getworkplacesolutions.com 

CABINETRY 

BISHOP'S HOME CENTER 

61 Patton Ave. 

PH: (828) 369-7875 

JOE MORGAN CUSTOM CABINETRY 

2960 Patton Road 

PH: (828) 369-9902 828-524-8034 

CABLE TELEVISION SERVICE 

MORRIS BROADBAND LLC 

719 Old Spartanburg Hwy 

HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28792- 

PH: (800) 946-5388 

CAMPGROUNDS 

CARTOOGECHAYE CREEK CAMPGROUND 

91 No Name Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-8553 

vhatch0818@aol.com 

www.franklin-chamber.com/cartoogechaye.html 

COUNTRY WOODS RV PARK 

60 Country Woods Dr. 

PH: (828) 524-4339 

cwoodsrv@dnet.net 

www.countrywoodsrvpark.com 

CULLASAJA RIVER RV PARK 


PH: (828) 524-2559 800-843-2795 

info@campnc.com 

www.campnc.com 

FRANKLIN RV PARK & CAMPGROUND 

230 Old Addington Bridge Rd. 

PH: (828) 349-6200 

info@franklinrvpark.com 

www.franklinrvpark.com 

GREAT SMOKEY MTN FISH CAMP 

81 Bennett Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-5295 

HIGH COUNTRY HAVEN 

175 HIGH HAVEN LANE 

PH: (828) 524-4783 888-815-4783 

hchostess@yahoo.com 

www.highcountryhaven.com 

MI MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND 

151 Mi Mountain Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-6155 800-441-6155 

mimtn1@aol.com 

www.mimountaincampgound.com 

OLD CORUNDUM MILLSITE CG 

80 Nickajack Road Lot 33 

PH: (828) 524-4663 

www.oldcorundummillcampground. 

gocampin.net 

PINES RV PARK & CABINS 

4724 Murphy Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-4490 

pinesrvparkNC@aol.com 

www.gocampin.net/pinesrvpark 

RIVER BEND RV RESORT & CG 

121 Riverbend RV Circle 

PH: (828) 524-7846 

www.riverbendrvresort@yahoo.com 

RIVER VISTA MTN VILLAGE RV PARK 

960 Hwy 246 


PH: (706) 746-2722 888-850-7275 

relax@rvmountainvillage.com 

www.rvmountainvillage.com 


10160 Hwy 19 West 

BRYSONCITY, NC 28713 

PH: (828) 488-2030 800-408-7238 



ROSE CREEK CAMPGROUND 

140 Terrace Ridge Dr. 

PH: (828) 524-3225 

www.rosecreekcamp.com 

SHADY COVE RV PARK 

43 Shady Cove Lane 

PH: (828) 349-9751 

otto48122@yahoo.com 

THE GREAT OUTDOORS RV RESORT 

321 Thumpers Trail 

PH: (828) 349-0412 

psrobes@aol.com 

www.gorvresort.com 

CAMPING SUPPLIES 

THREE EAGLES OUTFITTERS 

78 Siler Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-9061 

CANOEING 

GREAT SMOKEY MTN FISH CAMP 

81 Bennett Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-5295 

CAR RENTALS 

ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR 


PH: (828) 349-0078 

www.enterprise.com 

CARPET & FLOOR COVERING 

VANHOOK CARPETS 

230 NE Main St. 

PH: (828) 369-3940 

CARPET CLEANING 

REGAL CARPET CLEANING INC 

22 Springside Lane 

PH: (828) 524-7297 800-894-9087 

SERVPRO OF NANTAHALA 

293 Belden Circle 

PH: (828) 349-0707 888-349-0707 

servpro9505@verizon.net 

www.servpro.com 

THE HUNGRY BEAR 

33 Macon Center 

PH: (828) 369-2900 

CATERING 

CHIROPRACTIC 

BARNES WELLNESS CENTER 

43 Philips St. 

PH: (828) 349-0133 

HENSHAW CHIROPRACTIC 



PH: (828) 369-7771 

cdhdc@msn.com 


CHURCH 

BETHEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 

81 Bethel Church Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-5768 

bethelumc28734@aol.com 

www.bethelumcfranklin.com 

BURGESS CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD 

447 Roller Mill Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-5150 828-253-4521 

BURNINGTOWN BAPTIST CHURCH 

PO Box 2193 

PH: (828) 524-9454 

mfouts@dnet.net 

www.burningtownbaptistchurch.org 

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE CHURCH 

50 Curtis St. 

PH: (828) 369-8477 

CLARKS CHAPEL METHODIST CHURCH 

1999 Clarks Chapel Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-2357 

fambeck@aol.com 

CORNERSTONE PRESBYTERIAN 

CHURCH EPC 

70 Trimont View Dr. 

PH: (828) 369-5229 

cstonefnc.cs.com 

FIRST ALLIANCE CHURCH 

508 Womack St. 

PH: (828) 369-7977 

firstcma@dnet.net 

www.franklincma.com 

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH FRANKLIN 


PH: (828) 369-9559 

fbcpastorball@aol.com 

www.FBCFranklin.org 

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 

156 Belleview Park Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-6840 

mail@fccfranklin.org 

www.fccfranklin.org 

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 

26 Church St. 

PH: (828) 524-3119 

churchoffice@fpc-franklin.org 

www.fpc-franklin.org 


FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 

66 Harrison Ave 

PH: (828) 524-3010 

fumcfranklin@mchsi.com 

FRANKLIN SEVENTH-DAY CHURCH 

71 Brendle Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-7274 

SDA1@copper.net 

GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH 

235 SLOAN ROAD 

PH: (828) 369-5984 

www.cgs-aalc.org 

GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 

362 First St. 

PH: (828) 369-6800 

HOLLY SPRINGS BAPTIST CHURCH 

366 Holly Springs Church Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-5564 

pastored@hollyspringsbaptist 

www.hollyspringsbaptist.org 


IOTLA BAPTIST CHURCH 

1537 Iotla Church Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-7167 

LOUISA CHAPEL METHODIST CHURCH 

470 Louisa Chapel Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-1948 

coweeta@verizon.net 

www.louisachapel.org 

MACON CHRISTIAN MINISTERIAL 

PO Box 1777 

www.mcmafranklin.org 

MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CH. 


PH: (828) 369-5834 

westmaconumc@dnet.net 

www.gbgm-umc.org/memumc 

MORRISON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 

511 Morrison Church Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-6900 

MOUNTAIN SYNAGOGUE 

216 Roller Mill Rd - Parish Hall 

PH: (828) 369-9270 

info@mountainsynagogue.org 

www.mountain-synagogue.org 

PRENTISS CHURCH OF GOD 

53 Cheek Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-5325 

RESURRECTION LUTHERAN CHURCH 

38 Wayah St. 

PH: (828) 524-5996 

office@dnet.net 

www.rlcinfranklinnc.org 

Sunday worship 10:30am, children’s 

Sunday school class 10:30am, adult 

Bible class 9:15am. Christian preschool, 

structured teachers, controlled 

classes, ages 3-5. 

SPIRITUAL LIGHT CENTER 


PH: (828) 369-3065 

slcfranklin@dnet.net 

www.spirituallightcenter.com 

ST. AGNES EPISCOPAL CHURCH 

84 Church Street 

PH: (828) 524-4910 

ST. CYPRIAN'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 

314 Roller Mill Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-6408 

ST. FRANCIS CATHOLIC CHURCH 

299 Maple Street 

PH: (828) 524-2289 

frkauth@catholicexchange.org 

www.stfrancisfranklin.org 

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST 

85 Sierra Dr. 

PH: (828) 524-6777 

billbell2@earthlink.net 

www.franklinfellowship.org 

VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH 

278 Victory Church Rd 


PH: (828) 586-2120 

victory@dnet.net 


CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS 

CHRISTIAN TRAINING CENTER 

234 Watchman Lane 

PH: (828) 349-4919 

heroes@CTCIonline.org 

www.CTCIonline.org 

FRANKLIN BOARD OF REALTORS 


PH: (828) 524-1179 

FRANKLIN FARMERS MARKET 

Palmer St. 

828-349-2046 

FRANKLIN FEDERATED WOMAN'S CLUB 

263 Emerald Hill 

PH: (828) 369-5216 

FRANKLIN GARDEN CLUB 

329 Brookwood Dr. 

PH: (828) 524-8673 

nrtaro@aol.com 

FRANKLIN KIWANIS CLUB 

PO BOX 90 

PH: (828) 369-2492 

skipandpatty@verizon.net 

FRANKLIN ROTARY CLUB 

PO Box 375 

PH: (828) 524-3321 

FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE-LODGE 81 

PO Box 12 

PH: (828) 349-0698 

www.fop81nc.org 

FRIENDS OF THE GREENWAY INC. 

573 EAST MAIN STREET 

PH: (828) 369-8488 

frogquarters@verizon.net 

www.littletennessee.org 

GEM CAPITAL AUTO CLUB 

69 Craig Dr. 

PH: (828) 369-5759 

richapiacen@cs.com 

GEM COUNTRY REPUBLICAN WOMEN 

9180 Lower Burningtown Rd. 

PH: (828) 736-5251 

www.macongop.co/gc-rwc/html 

HIGH MOUNTAIN SQUARES 

Macon County Community Bldg. 

PH: (828) 349-0905 

eztoo@mchsi.com 

www.highmountainsquares.org 

LAND TRUST FOR LITTLE TENNESSEE 


PH: (828) 524-2711 

kparkerson@ltlt.org 

www.ltlt.org 

LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS 

PO Box 713 

LITTLE TENNESSEE WATERSHED ASSOC. 

93 Church St Ste 214 

PH: (828) 369-6402 

info@ltwa.org 

www.ltwa.org 

MACON BAPTIST ASSOCIATION INC. 

110 Doraul St. 

PH: (828) 524-3215 

mba@dnet.net 

www.maconba.org 

MACON COUNTY CARE NETWORK 

130 Bidwell St. 

PH: (828) 369-2642 

carenet@dnet.net 

www.maconcarenet.org 

MACON COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION 

PO Box 1396 

PH: (828) 369-4232 

mzuliani@angelmed.org 

www.maconweb.com 

MACON USER GROUP 

1144 Bates Branch Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-7088 

froglady77@dnet.net 

www.maconusergroup.org 

MOUNTAIN MEDIATION SERVICES 

5 W. Main St. Room 141 

PH: (828) 349-2553 800- 789-4675 

mmsfranklin@dnet.net 

www.dnet.net/mtnmediation 

SMOKY MOUNTAIN QUILTER'S GUILD 

PO Box 1381 

PH: (828) 524-2101 

onion.mountain@verizon.net 

www.smokymtnquilters.org 

STREETS OF FRANKLIN 


PH: (828) 524-9758 

ZONTA CLUB OF FRANKLIN 

PO Box 1492 

PH: (828) 349-4615 

www.zonta.org 

COMMERCIAL LEASING 

GEORGIA ROAD SHOPS LLC 

3257-3283 Georgia Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-8040 

jocow8@aol.com 

THE SHOPPES AT HOLLY SPRINGS LLC 


PH: (561) 748-1194 772-486-2115 

info@islandwholesalers.com 

COMPUTER & ELECTRONICS 

TECH PLACE 


PH: (828) 349-1110 

dhill@dnet.net 

www.technologyplace.net 


COMPUTER GRAPHICS/PRINTING 

WINTERHAWK GRAPHICS 

182 Dan Mar Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-0439 800-242-4630 

winterhawk1@mchsi.com 

CONCRETE PRODUCTS 

B & B CONCRETE PRODUCTS INC. 


PH: (828) 524-6483 

bbconcrete@verizon.net 

CONSTRUCTION 

DON'S CONSTRUCTION 

780 Bradley Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-6282 

CONSULTING 

ANGEL INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS 

2730 Olive Hill Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-7037 

trueangel8@hotmail.com 

CORPORATE 

TOWN OF FRANKLIN 


828-524-2516

COSMETICS 

LINDA CHERRY-MARY KAY SALES 

37 Geneva Circle 

PH: (828) 369-5615 888-733-3494 

LCHERRY1@marykay.com 

www.marykay.com/lcherry1 


CREDIT UNIONS 

MOUNTAIN CREDIT UNION 


PH: (828) 524-4464 

DENTIST 

APPALACHIAN DENTAL ASSOCIATES 


PH: (828) 369-0618 888-369-0618 

www.adasmiles.com 

FRANKLIN FAMILY DENTISTRY 

316 W. MAIN ST. 

PH: (828) 524-2162 

nathanbrennerd@md@gamil.com 


GERALD L. MAIZE DDS, PA 


PH: (828) 524-2222 

maizedental@gmail.com 

ROBERT L. RICHESON D.D.S. 

171 Sloan Road 

PH: (828) 369-7133 

DEVELOPMENT/SUBDIVISION 

HIGHLANDS PASS 

PO Box 516 

Dillard, GA 30537 

PH: (706) 746-2533 

ULTIMA MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES 

8356 SYLVA HWY. 

PH: (828) 524-0892 877-686-5263 

patti@mtnland.net 

www.wildfloweruc.com 

DISCOUNT DEPARTMENT STORE 

WAL-MART DISCOUNT STORE 

4559 Hwy 441 By-Pass 

PH: (828) 524-9111 

EDUCATION 

SOUTHWESTERN COMM COLLEGE 

44 Siler Farm Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-7331 

www.southwesterncc.edu 

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR 

GREENLEY ELECTRIC 

374 Hidden Meadow Lane 

PH: (828) 369-0269 828-342-0296 

greenley-electric@hotmail.com 

EMBROIDERY 

BEAR PRINTS INC. 


PH: (828) 369-5494 

bprints@verizon.net 

www.bearprints.com 

EMPLOYMENT 

MACON JOBLINK CENTER/ESC 

427 Harrison Ave. 

PH: (828) 369-9534 

dale.west@ncmail.net 

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING 

FISH & WILDLIFE ASSOCIATES 

25 Water Tower Lane 

WHITTIER, NC 28789 

PH: (828) 497-6505 

fwa@dnet.net 

www.fishandwildlifeassociates.com 

EQUIPMENT RENTAL & REPAIRS 

MOUNTAIN VIEW MOVING SUPPLIES 

& STORAGE 


PH: (828) 524-4181 

mountainviewstorage@yahoo.com 

EXCAVATING CONTRACTOR 

HARBUCK EXCAVATING 

11 Arnold Branch Rd. 

PH: (828) 342-0865 


FABRIC & SEWING MACHINES 

SEW CREATIVE 


PH: (828) 524-5221 

FARM & GARDEN 

TRACTOR SUPPLY COMPANY 


PH: (828) 524-0640 

www.tractorsupply.com 

FLOORING 

ANTHONY'S PROFESSIONAL FLOORS 

& MORE 

660 Fulcher Vista Dr. 

PH: (828) 349-0742 

ant973@aol.com 

FLORIST 

COLONIAL FLORIST AND GIFTS 


PH: (828) 524-6311 800-355-2989 

colof@dnet.net 

www.colonialfloristandgifts.net 

FORESTRY 

U.S. FOREST SERVICE - WAYAH DIST 

90 Sloan Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-6441 

www.cs.unca.edu/nfsnc 

FUNERAL HOMES 

BRYANT-GRANT FUNERAL HOME 


PH: (828) 524-2411 

info@bryantgrantfuneral.com 

www.bryantfuneralhomes.com 


MACON FUNERAL HOME INC. 


PH: (828) 524-5540 828/524-5545 

www.maconfuneralhome.com 

FURNITURE 

AARON'S SALES & LEASE 


PH: (828) 369-1940 

BUCKS FURNITURE & BEDDING 

560 Depot St. 

PH: (828) 524-2254 

kariboz@netzero.com 

COUNTRY CREEK INC. 


PH: (828) 524-9377 888-52-CREEK 

countrycreek@mountaincountry 

www.mountaincountrystore.com 

ELLER & OWENS FINE FURNITURE 


PH: (828) 369-5451 

eller@d.net.net 

MACON FURNITURE MART 


PH: (828) 369-8296 

karib02@netzero.com 

WHISTLE STOP FURNITURE 


PH: (828) 369-6500 

info@whistlefurniture.com 

www.whistlestopfurniture.com 


GARBAGE DISPOSAL 

J&B DISPOSAL INC. 


PH: (828) 369-2727 

GAS & CONVENIENCE STORE 

CAROLINA MINI MART BP 

205 Sloan Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-7677 

N&N EXPRESS MART 


PH: (828) 524-8801 

GAS;PROPANE 

TUGALO GAS CO. INC. 

45 Sylva Hwy. 

PH: (828) 369-7101 

tugalo4@mail.smnet.net 

GAS;PROPANE & APPLIANCES 

FREEMAN GAS & ELEC. CO. 


PH: (828) 349-0064 

GEM MINES 

CHEROKEE RUBY & SAPPHIRE MINE 

41 Cherokee Mine Rd. 

PH: (828) 349-2941 

www.cherokeerubymine.com 


COWEE MTN RUBY MINE 


PH: (828) 369-5271 

cowee@verizon.net 


Located 4 miles north of Franklin 

on Hwy 441. 2 covered flumes. Free 

admission. Have your gemstones 

inspection. For cutting, visit our gem 

shop. Picnic by running brook. Open 7 

days a week. March 1-December 15th. 

Groups welcome. 


GEM WORLD 


PH: (828) 349-5411 

GOLD CITY GEM MINE & AMUSEMENT 

9410 Sylva Hwy. 

PH: (828) 369-3905 800-713-7767 

sales@totalgems.com 

www.goldcityamusement.com 

JACKSON HOLE TRADING POST 



PH: (828) 524-5850 

jacksonholenc@aol.com 

www.jacksonholegemmine.com 

MASON MTN MINE/COWEE GIFT SHOP 

5315 Bryson City Road 

PH: (828) 524-4570 

TJRocks@TJRocks.org 

MASON'S RUBY & SAPPHIRE MINE 

6961 Upper Burningtown Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-9742 828-369-9199 

dennisu357@peoplepc.com 

www.masonsrubyandsapphiremine.com 

ROSE CREEK MINE 


PH: (828) 349-3774 

rocks@rosecreekmine.com 



SHEFFIELD MINE 

385 Sheffield Farms Road 

PH: (828) 369-8383 

ruby@sheffieldmine.com 

www.sheffieldmine.com 

GEM SHOP/MAIL ORDER 

R&S GEMS & MORE 

73 Spring Street 

PH: (828) 369-8684 

rsgems@dnet.net 

www.rsgems.com 



PH: (828) 349-3774 




GEM/JEWELRY SHOPS 

BURGLEN'S NATURAL GEMS 


PH: (828) 524-9171 

infoburglens.com 

www.burglens.com 

COWEE MTN RUBY MINE 


PH: (828) 369-5271 

cowee@verizon.net 



FRANKLIN GEMSTONE WAREHOUSE 


PH: (828) 524-6132 

dianeaiello@msn.com 

GOLD CITY GEM MINE & AMUSEMENT 

9410 Sylva Hwy. 

PH: (828) 369-3905 800-713-7767 

sales@totalgems.com 

www.goldcityamusement.com 

JACKSON HOLE TRADING POST 


PH: (828) 524-5850 

jacksonholenc@aol.com 

www.jacksonholegemmine.com 

JAMISON JEWELERS 

94 Main St. 

PH: (800) 842-4034 828-524-2818 

MASON MTN MINE/COWEE GIFT SHOP 


PH: (828) 524-4570 

TJRocks@TJRocks.org 



PH: (828) 349-3774 





RUBY CITY GEMS 


PH: (828) 524-3967 800-821-7829 

gems@rubycity.com 

www.rubycity.com 

STEWART'S OF FRANKLIN 


PH: (828) 369-9440 

stewarts@smnet.net 

Visit “The Best Little Store in the Mountain” 

. Stewart’s specializes in antique, 

estate and previously owned jewelry 

always offered below wholesale. 

TARI'S ROKGEM MOUNTAIN GEMS 


PH: (828) 349-5411 

THE GALLERY OF GEMS & MINERALS 


PH: (828) 524-8931 

gallery@morrisbb.net 

www.galleryofgems.com 

THE GEM FACTORY INC. 


PH: (828) 524-9193 

GEM/JEWELRY SHOPS - WHOLESALE 

ANIL B. DHOLAKIA 


PH: (828) 524-6657 828-369-3712 

gemanil@aol.com 

www.gemanil.com 


GIFT & SPECIALTY 

BEAR CREEK BBQ SAUCES 

87 George Doster Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-4302 

mikescabin@aol.com 

BLESSINGS UNLIMITED 

359 Big Muddy Dr. 


828-369-2660 877- 369-2660 

pathways4jc@gamil.com 

www.marybeth.blessingsdirect.com 

COUNTRY CREEK INC. 


PH: (828) 524-9377 888-52-CREEK 

countrycreek@mountaincountry 

www.mountaincountrystore.com 

FRANKLIN FLEA MARKET 


PH: (828) 369-7266 

merchants@franklinfleamarket.com 

www.franklinfleamarket.com 

MOUNTAINSIDE CHOCOLATES 


PH: (828) 524-5532 877-424-5532 

chocolatier@touchnc.net 

www.mountainsidechocolates.com 

PAMPERED CHEF CONSULTANT 

DEVON DEAL 

3261 River Rd. 

PH: (828) 421-4994 

devon@dealfarms.com 

www.pamperedchef.biz/Devon Deal 

ROSEBUD COTTAGE - ROMANTIC HOME 

ACCENTS - NEW & VINTAGE 

28A East Main St. 

PH: (828) 369-2429 828-524-6810 

holbrook@dnet.net 



SASSY SISTERS 

25 Macon Center Dr. 


PH: (828) 524-2150 

sassysisters@dnet.net 

www.sassysistersboutique.com 

Come shop at Franklin’s hottest boutique 

for one-of-a-kind gifts, unique 

jewelry, fun jackets and shirts, a wide 

selection of purses and much, much 

more. 

SCOTTISH TARTAN MUSEUM 

86 E Main St. 

PH: (828) 524-7472 

tartans@scottishtartans.org 


SHULERS COUNTRY STORE 

18 Pine Ridge Dr. 

PH: (828) 349-2648 

www.shulerscountrystore.com 


TARI'S ROKGEM MOUNTAIN GEMS 


PH: (828) 349-5411 

WAYAH WITCHERY 

565 Wayah Rd. 

PH: (828) 349-4122 

wayah_witchery@yahoo.com 

www.wayahwitchery.com 

GLASS & MIRROR 

THE GLASS SHOPPE INC. 


PH: (828) 349-0088 

glassshoppe1@aol 

www.glassshoppe.com 

GOLF 

CHEROKEE HILLS GOLF COURSE 

3046 Harshaw Rd. 

MURPHY, NC 28906 

PH: (828) 837-5853 800-334-3905 

cherokeehillsgolfcourse@cabletvonline.net 

www.mountainshops.com 

FRANKLIN GOLF COURSE 

255 First Fairway Drive 

PH: (828) 524-2288 

www.franklingolfcourse.com 




PH: (828) 524-6458 800-533-3916 



HANDYMAN 

AINE'S HANDYMAN SERVICE INC . 

268 Summerhill Dr. 

PH: (828) 524-3985 

HARDWARE 

MACON COUNTY'S ACE HARDWARE 


PH: (828) 524-0502 

HEALTH & FITNESS 

FRANKLIN HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER 


PH: (828) 369-5608 

franklinfitness@dnet.net 

www.franklinfitnesscenter.com 


HEALTH CARE 

21ST CENTURY RADIATION THERAPY 

190 Riverview St. 

PH: (828) 369-4257 

cthomas@rtsx.com 

www.21stcenturyoncology.com 

COMPANION HEALTH CARE, INC. 

243 Sloan Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-6444 888-859-2424 

chci243chotmail.com 

www.companionhealthcareoffranklin.com 

MACON COUNTY HEALTH CENTER 

1830 Lakeside Dr. 

PH: (828) 349-2081 

www.maconnc.org 

P.D.Q. NURSE INC. 


PH: (828) 369-7549 828/369-7079 

HEALTH FOOD STORES 

CHANGES NUTRITION CENTER 


PH: (828) 524-9500 


ROOMFUL OF NUTS 


PH: (828) 524-0242 

HEALTHCARE NETWORK 

CRESCENT PREFERED PROVIDER 

1200 Ridgefield Blvd Ste 215 

ASHEVILLE, NC 28806 

PH: (828) 670-9145 

keith.challenger@crescentppo.com 

www.crescentppo.com 

HEATING/AIR 

COURTESY SERVICES HEATING & 

COOLING INC. 

146 Old Cat Creek Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-3100 

courtesyservices@hotmail.com 

RUSTY WAGON 


PH: (828) 349-9972 

HOME DÉCOR 

SIMPLE ELEGANCE 

8 Hyatt Rd. Holly Springs Plaza 

PH: (828) 369-1235 

HOME IMPROVEMENTS 

#1 MILERTIME CORP. 

102 Grand Ridge Dr. 

PH: (828) 349-8902 

1millertimecorp@live.com 

www.myspace.com/1millertimecorp 



PH: (828) 524-3985 

ANTHONY'S PROFESSIONAL FLOORS 

& MORE 

660 Fulcher Vista Dr. 

PH: (828) 349-0742 

ant973@aol.com 

BILL'S ALUMINUM PRODUCTS 


FRANKLIN, NC 28734 

PH: (828) 524-8074 

RESIDENTIAL RESTORATIONS 

51 Sanderstown Ridge Rd. 

FRANKLIN, NC 28734 

PH: (828) 524-5646 

scottbeamerrrc@gmail.com 

www.residentialrestorationllc.com 

HOME REPAIRS 



PH: (828) 524-3985 

SQUIRE HOME IMPROVEMENTS 

1141 Battle Branch Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-6434 

louis.clifton.clay@gmail.com 

HORSEBACK RIDING 

CHUNKY GAL STABLES 

1306 Hot House Rd. 

HAYESVILLE, NC 28904 

PH: (828) 389-4175 

robbgoins@yahoo.com 

www.chunkygalstables.com 

HOSPITALS 

ANGEL MEDICAL CENTER 

120 Riverview Street 

PH: (828) 524-8411 828-369-4472 

mwadewitz@angelmed.org 

www.angelmed.org 

SEE AD ON INSIDE FRONT COVER 

WESTCARE HEALTH SYSTEMS 

Western Reg Healthcare PHO-Smoky Mtn 


PH: (828) 586-7000 

HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS 

KIDS PLACE 

330 WEST MAIN ST 

PH: (828) 524-3199 

kidsplace@macon.main.nc.us 

MACON CITIZENS FOR HANDICAPPED 

909 Lake Emory Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-5888 

mch@maconcitizens.org 

www.maconcitizens.org 

MACON PROGRAM FOR PROGRESS 

350 West Orchard View Dr. 

PH: (828) 524-4471 800-563-4022 

csutton@mppnhc.org 

www.mppnhc.org 

MC HABITAT FOR HUMANITY 

PO BOX 1585 

PH: (828) 369-3716 

mchfh@smnet.net 

R.E.A.C.H. OF MACON COUNTY 


PH: (828) 369-5544 

reach@reachofmaconcounty.org 

www.reachofmaconcounty.org 

HUMANE SOCIETY 

MACON COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY 

Animal Shelter, 851 Lake Emory Road 

PH: (828) 524-4588 828-369-3046 

maconhumane@smnet.net 

ICE CREAM 

PEPPERMINT PATTI'S ICE CREAM 


PH: (828) 524-9966 

ericandpattik@aol.com

INCOME TAX PREPARATION 

LIBERTY TAX SERVICE 

323 West Gate Plaza 

PH: (828) 524-1300 

jebutler@hughes.net 

MOORE REFUNDS 

145 Iotla St. 

PH: (828) 369-1945 

bruce@moorerefunds.com 

www.moorerefunds.com 

THE ACCOUNTING OFFICE 


PH: (828) 349-6000 

jizsea@dnet.net 

INDUSTRY 

CATERPILLAR PRECISION SEALS 

517 Industrial Park Rd. 

PH: (828) 349-8404 

hollifield_john_w@cat.com 

SHAW INDUSTRIES 

41 Hardwood Dr. 

PH: (828) 369-1268 800-448-8645 

sharonrobison@zickgraf.com 

TEKTONE SOUND & SIGNAL MFG.INC. 

277 Industrial Park Dr. 

PH: (828) 524-9967 

tektone@tektone.net 

www.tektone.net 

INSURANCE 

BLUE RIDGE INSURANCE GROUP 

28 Iotla St. 

PH: (828) 524-7799 800-262-7799 

corbin@dnet.net 

www.thecorbinagency.com 

CORBIN INSURANCE AGENCY INC. 

Courthouse Plaza Bldg. 

PH: (828) 524-7799 

corbin@dnet.net 

FARM BUREAU INSURANCE 

1866 HIGHLANDS ROAD 

PH: (828) 524-6147 828-524-8525 

david.millsaps@ncfbins.com 

FRANKLIN INSURANCE AGENCY 


PH: (828) 524-3213 


HUMANA INC. 

2000 Regency Pkwy. Ste 470 

Cary, NC 27511 

PH: (919) 465-1367 866-653-7295 

MCALLISTER FAMILY INSURANCE 

1281 Georgia Rd PMB 389 

PH: (828) 369-3699 

mfiinsurance@dnet.net 

www.mfi-nc.com 

STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES 


PH: (828) 524-6461 800- 368-4574 

gary.jensenbwj6@statefarm.com 

www.garydjensen.com 

WAYAH INSURANCE GROUP 

295 East Palmer St. 

PH: (828) 524-4442 800-999-2924 

cloer@wayah.com 

www.wayah.com 


INTERNET SERVICE 

DNET INTERNET SERVICES 


PH: (828) 349-3638 877-601-3638 

www.dnetwebservices.com 


SMOKY MOUNTAIN INTERNET 

17 Smoky Mountain Dr. 

PH: (828) 349-9541 

fiske@smnet.net 

www.smnet.net 

INVESTIGATORS 

MURRAY INVESTIGATIONS 

131 Franklin Plaza #237 

828-421-2191 

murrayinvestigations@live.com 

www.murrayinvestigations.net 

INVESTMENTS/FINANCIAL ADVISORS 

EDWARD JONES 


PH: (828) 369-5383 

chrisbrouwer@earthlink 

JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 

DODGE PACKAGING SPECIALTIES INC. 

733 Lake Emory Road 

PH: (828) 369-7584 828-369-6629 

KENNEL 

RIVER RIDGE BED & BISCUIT 

91 Iotla Hill Dr. 

PH: (828) 524-0700 

LAND DEVELOPMENT 



PH: (828) 421-8211 



THE SANCTUARY COMMUNITIES 

17 Market St. 

PH: (828) 349-4465 866-449-4465 

ryan@sanctuarync.com 

www.sanctuarync.com 


LANDSCAPING 

ACORN LANDSCAPE 

515 Horseshoe Ridge Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-8976 

acornlanscape@verizon.net 

EARTHCARE 

240 Huscusson Dr. 

PH: (828) 342-9390 

tmautv@verizon.net 

www.earthcareorganics.com 

LAWN & GARDEN 



PH: (828) 524-3985 

LIGHTNING PROTECTION 

JACK & ANDY'S LIGHTNING PROTECTION 

591 Nettie Hurst Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-2498 800-313-4746 

LOAN PRODUCTION OFFICE 

HOMESTAR FINANCIAL CORPORATION 

848 Jesse Jewell Pkwy 

Gainesville, GA 30501 

PH: (866) 635-8148 

sthomps61@windstream.net 

www.homestarfinancial/corporation.info 

LOG HOMES 

COUNTRY PARK HOME & CABIN SALES 


PH: (828) 524-8834 

countryw@dnet.net 

www.parkhomesandcabins.com 

DANIEL BOONE LOG HOMES 

110 Peace Haven Lane 

PH: (828) 369-0815 

alittleloghouse@hughes.net 

www.alittleloghouse.com 



PH: (828) 421-8211 



LUBE CENTER 

C&R LUBE CENTER 


PH: (828) 349-4836 

rog44@starband.net 

FRANKLIN FAST LUBE 


PH: (828) 369-8541 

nyacor8@yahoomail.com 

MARKETING AGENCY 

PREMIERE MARKETING 


PH: (828) 349-5999 828-349-5922 

vnorton@dnet.net 

www.premiermarketing.ws 

MASSAGE THERAPY 

LIFE'S BOUNTY 

23 Iotla St. 

PH: (828) 524-4800 

life'sbounty@yahoo.com 


MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING 

FAMILY MENTAL HEALTH PA 


PH: (828) 349-6185 

bakerp@familymh.com 

www.familymh.com 

MOBILE HOME PARKS 

COUNTRY MEADOWS 


PH: (828) 524-8834 



MOBILE HOME SUPPLIES 

HEDDEN MOBILE HOME SUPPLY, INC. 

362 Depot Street 

PH: (828) 524-6161 

MOBILITY/WHEEL/POWERCHAIRS 

COMMAND MOBILITY 

1281 Georgia Rd. #333 

PH: (828) 349-4254 800-790-5769 

jackb@commandmobility.com 

www.commandmobility.com 

MODULAR HOMES 

ALTERNATIVE HOUSING SOLUTIONS LLC 


PH: (828) 349-5290 

MORTGAGES 

HOMESTAR FINANCIAL CORPORATION 

848 Jesse Jewell Pkwy. 

Gainesville, GA 30501 

PH: (888) 644-6390 

reginaengland@windstream.net 

www.reginaengland.com 

MOVING SERVICES 

MEN ON THE MOVE 


Young Harris, GA 30582 

PH: (828) 349-9995 877-659-6683 

motmrs@brmemc.net 

www.mountain-movers.com 

MUSEUMS 

FRANKLIN GEM & MINERAL MUSEUM 

25 Phillips St. 

PH: (828) 369-7831 

www.fgmm.com 

MACON COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM 


PH: (828) 524-9758 

historical@smnet.net 

www.maconnchistorical.org 

SCOTTISH TARTAN MUSEUM 


PH: (828) 524-7472 

tartans@scottishtartans.org 


WILDERNESS TAXIDERMY & OUTFITTERS 


PH: (828) 524-3677 

fuchs@dnet.net 

www.wildernesstaxidermy.com 

NATURAL GAS 

TOCCOA NATURAL GAS 


PH: (828) 349-1222 706-282-3250 

mmorse@cityoftoccoa.com 

www.toccoanaturalgas.com 


NETWORK SOLUTIONS 

WORKPLACE SOLUTIONS 

8716 Hwy 74W 

PH: (828) 497-9180 

office@wncemployees.com 

www.getworkplacesolutions.com 

NEWSPAPERS 

MACON COUNTY NEWS 


PH: (828) 369-6767 

mcnews@smnet.net 

www.maconnews.com 

SMOKY MOUNTAIN NEWS 

34 Church St. 

Waynesville, NC 28786 

PH: (828) 452-4251 

www.smokymountainnews.com 


THE FRANKLIN PRESS 

40 Depot Street 

PH: (828) 524-2010 

news@thefranklinpress.com 

www.thefranklinpress.com 


NON-PROFIT 

FOLK HERITAGE ASSOC OF MACON 

COUNTY 

PO Box 1416 

828-342-0644 

almsramsey@aol.com 

www.mcncfha.org 

Linking our past to our future through 

living history experiences that preserve 

our folk heritage. Franklin Folk Festival 

– July 17, 2010. Living heritage village 

& farm project. 

FRANKLIN MAIN STREET PROGRAM 

PO Box 1479 

PH: (828) 421-7613 

lschlott@franklinnc.com 

www.renewingfranklin.com 

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES of NWNC 


PH: (828) 349-7494 

gwinfo@goodwillwnc.org 

www.goodwillwnc.org 

HIGHLANDS RD.MERCHANTS ASSOC. 


PH: (828) 369-6465 

HOSPICE HOUSE FOUNDATION OF WNC 

PO Box 815 

PH: (828) 524-6375 828-349-4823 

www.hospicefoundationwnc.com 

MACON TRACS 

Macon County Fairgrounds 

PH: (828) 349-6262 

jmacontracs@ymail.com 

www.macontracs.org 


MARINE CORPS LEAGUE DET 973 

PO Box 1454 

skipandpatty@webtv.net 

RABUN COUNTY CIVIC CENTER 

201 West Savannah St. 

Clayton, GA 30525 

PH: (706) 782-7588 

info@rabunciviccenter.com 

www.rabunciviccenter.com 

RABUN COUNTY MUSIC FESTIVAL 

PO Box 38 


PH: (706) 746-6226 

www.rabunmusicfestival.com 

SCORE - WESTERN NC 

140 4th Ave W 

HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28792 

PH: (828) 693-8702 828-694-1389 

www.scorewnc.org 

SMOKY MTN PREGNANCY CARE CNTR 


PH: (828) 349-3200 877-349-3200 

smpregnancycc@dnet.net 

www.smpcc.org 

THE SALVATION ARMY OF WNC 

290 Pigeon St. 


PH: (828) 456-7111 


NON-PROFIT - HEALTH CARE PARTNER 

HEALTHY CAROLINIANS 

1830 Lakeside Dr. 

PH: (828) 349-2426 

kmcgaha@maconnc.org 

www.maconnc.org/healthdept/carolinians 

NURSING HOME 

BRITTHAVEN OF FRANKLIN 

3195 Old Murphy Road 

PH: (828) 524-7806 

bofinfo@juno.com 

www.britthaven.com 

OFFICE SUPPLIES & FURNITURE 

FRANKLIN OFFICE SUPPLY INC. 


PH: (828) 349-7468 

franklinoffice@brmemc.net 

MAIL STOP SHIPPING CENTER INC. 


PH: (828) 349-4040 877- 524-9555 

info@mailstopbiz.com 

www.mailstopbiz.com 


TECH PLACE 


PH: (828) 349-1110 

dhill@dnet.net 

www.technologyplace.net 


OPHTHALMOLOGY 

ASHEVILLE EYE ASSOCIATES 

144 Holly Springs Park Dr. 

PH: (828) 524-7333 800-232-0420 

fkillian@hotmail.com 

www.ashevilleeye.com 


BLUE LASER GROUP 


PH: (828) 369-1602 888-237-2583 

rhonda@bluelasergroup.com 

www.bluelasergroup.com 

OPTICIAN 

OPTICAL ILLUSIONS 


PH: (828) 369-8285 800-793-1465 

opticalillusions@hughes.net 

OPTOMETRIST 

DAVID S. HILL O.D. PA 

9 Edgewood Ave 

PH: (828) 524-6411 866-524-2021 

dsh@drdavidhill.com 

www.drdavidhill.com 


GOSSETT & WARD OPTOMETRISTS 

498 West Main St. 

PH: (828) 524-5044 

gweyecare.com 

OUTLET STORES 

DONCASTER/TANNER OUTLET 

251 Holly Springs Plaza 

PH: (828) 524-8683 

franklin@tannerretail.com 

www.doncaster.com 

PACKING & SHIPPING 

MAIL STOP SHIPPING CENTER INC. 


PH: (828) 349-4040 877- 524-9555 

info@mailstopbiz.com 

www.mailstopbiz.com 


PARTS WHOLESALER 

DOMETRICS 

89 Clyde Downs Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-5417 800-553-2531 

dometric@dnet.net 

www.dometrics.com 

PATRONS 

BUSCHMANN, JERRY & COURTNEY 

271 Cardinal Lane 

PH: (828) 369-5142 

focusnc@aol.com 

CARPENTER, ROBERT & HELEN 

29 Admiral Drive 

PH: (828) 524-5009 

CRAWFORD, JOHN L. & DOROTHY 

PO Box 149 

PH: (828) 524-2661 

EVANS, RONNIE 

626 Laurel Lake Dr. 

PH: (828) 369-9196 

revans@dnet.net 

LITTEN, BOB & GWEN 

2262 Poplar Cove Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-8053 

MILEY, CAROL 

PO Box 386 

PH: (828) 389-9748 

SHIELDS, GARY 

303 Mill Creek Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-4170 

WHITE, CAROLYN 

PO Box 1883 

PH: (828) 369-5129 

cardy@dnet.neT 

PAVING 

HARRISON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY 

U.S. 64 West 

PH: (828) 524-5455 

PET GROOMING & SUPPLIES 

LITTLE DARLIN'S PET GROOMING SALON 

232 Cunningham Rd. Suite 2 

PH: (828) 369-1019 

ldgrooming@aol.com 

www.littledarlinsgrooming.com 

RIVER RIDGE BED & BISCUIT 

91 Iotla Hill Dr. 

PH: (828) 524-0700 

PET SITTING 

FRANKLIN PET NANNY 

765 Castleman Rd. 

828-332-0805 

tamra@franklinpetnanny.com 

www.franklinpetnanny.com 

PHARMACY 

U SAVE PHARMACY 


PH: (828) 524-0156 

PHOTOGRAPHY 

ALTERNATIVE EXPRESSIONS STUDIO 

375 June Rd. 

PH: (828) 371-8600 

aestudio28734@hotmail.com 

www.alternativeexpressions.com 

PHYSICAL THERAPY 

FRANKLIN PHYSICAL THERAPY 


PH: (828) 369-9103 

fhfc@smnet.net 

www.franklinfitnesscenter.com 

HEALTHWORKS - REHABILITATION CNTR 

235 Jim Berry Road 

PH: (828) 369-7878 

hworks@dnet.net 

www.hworksrehab.com 

PHYSICIANS 

ANGEL URGENT CARE CENTER 


PH: (828) 369-4427 

CENTER FOR ORTHOPAEDICS & 

SPORTS MEDICINE 

56 Medical Park Dr. Suite 302 

PH: (828) 369-1300 

centerfororthopaedic@hotmail.com 

MCGEE DERMATOLOGY CLINIC 


PH: (828) 524-3376 

mcgeetom@rocketmail.com 


PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATES OF FRANKLIN 

55 Medical Park Dr. Suite 114 

PH: (828) 369-4444 

SMOKY MOUNTAIN OB/GYN ASSOC. 

33 Edgewood Dr. 

PH: (828) 631-1960 

adam@smokymountainobgyn.com 

www.mysmoga.com 

WESTCARE MEDICAL PARK OF FRANKLIN 

55 Holly Springs Park Rd. 

PH: (828) 349-3550 828-586-7000 

www.westcare.org 

PICTURE FRAMING 

CREATIVE FRAMING 

482 Depot St. 

PH: (828) 349-4468 

creativeframing@smnet.net 

PLAQUES 

COATES DESIGNERS INC 

57 Mill Street 

PH: (828) 349-9700 800-428-8899 

PLUMBING 

JAR-DON, INC. DBA MR. ROOTER 

130 Lopes Circle 

PH: (888) 349-0881 

raoulchasse@yahoo.com 

JIMBO'S PLUMBING LLC 

33 Industrial Park Rd. 

PH: (828) 349-4787 

jimbo4631@msn.com 


LATHROP'S PLUMBING 

PO Box 2006 

PH: (828) 524-1003 

www.lathropsplumbing.com

PLUMBING & SUPPLIES 

ANDERSON JONES INC. 

PO Box 206 

OTTO, NC 28763- 

PH: (828) 524-2140 800-451-2140 

FERGUSON ENTERPRISES INC. 

271 Cat Creek Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-7124 

POOLS & SPAS 

MOUNTAIN SPRING SPAS & POOLS 


PH: (828) 369-2871 

wyckoff11@earthlink.net 

www.hotspring.com 

PORTABLE TOILETS 

SONRISE SANITATION INC. 

1110 Wide Horizon Dr. 

PH: (828) 524-8989 

jamie@sonrisesanitation.com 

www.sonrisesanitation.com 

SEE AD PAGE 16 

PRINTERS 

MACON PRINTING 


PH: (828) 524-7045 

ebateman@maconprinting.com 

www.maconprinting.com 


WEST PRINTING CO. 

259 Cleveland St. 

Blairsville, GA 30514 

PH: (706) 745-6343 

westprinting@windstream.net 

www.westprintingcompany.com 

PRODUCE STAND 

DEAL FARMS FRESH PRODUCE 

96 Deal Farm Circle 

PH: (828) 421-2886 

J.W. MITCHELL FARMS 

395 Bradley Creek Rd. 

PH: (828) 349-2725 

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 

LOBILT, INC - HOME WATCHERS 

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 

558 Mystic Mtn. Ridge 

PH: (828) 524-0398 

kchembree@gmail.com 

PROMOTION/ADVERTISING 

EXPLORE NC MOUNTAINS.COM 

231 Carolina Ave. 

Hazelwood, NC 28738- 

PH: (828) 456-5161 

info@exploremountains.com 

www.explorencmountains.com 

PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS 

OASIS PROMOTIONAL GROUP 

34 Mashburn Branch Estates Rd. 

PH: (888) 495-8037 

oasisadsp@yahoo.com 

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 

FRANKLIN HOME STORE INC. 

436 High Brace Rd. 

PH: (828) 421-9008 

FranklinHomeStore@gmail.com 

www.franklinhomestore.com 


QUILT SHOP 

A STITCH IN TIME 


PH: (828) 524-3300 

astitchintime@dnet.net 

www.astitchintimenc.com 

DEB'S CATS N QUILTS 


PH: (828) 349-8912 

debscatsnquilts@aol.com 

www.debscatsnquilts.com 

RADIO 

WHLC FM RADIO 

2420 Hwy. 64E 


PH: (828) 526-1045 

charlescooper@whlc.com 

www.whlc.com 

WNCC/WFSC RADIO 

180 Radio Hill Rd. 

PH: (828) 524-4418 

franklinradio@gacaradio.com 

www.96.7wncc.com 

WPFJ RADIO 


PH: (828) 369-5033 

thedove@wpfj.com 

www.wpfj.com 

WRBN/SKY 104 RADIO 

18 Radio Lane 

CLAYTON, GA 30525 

PH: (706) 782-1041 888-782-1041 

rabunradion@altell.com 

www.sky104.com 

RAFTING 

CAROLINA MOUNTAINS OUTDOOR 

CENTER 

5303 Hwy US 74 

Whitier, NC 28789 

PH: (828) 586-5285 888-785-2662 

www.carolinarafting.com 

CAROLINA OUTFITTERS RAFTING 

12121 Hwy. 19 West 


PH: (800) 468-7238 828-488-6345 

raft@carolinaoutfitters.com 

www.carolinaoutfitters.com 


NANTAHALA OUTDOOR CENTER 

13077 Hwy. 19 West 


PH: (828) 488-2175 800-232-7238 

rafting@noc.com 

www.noc.com 


PADDLE INN RAFTING CO. 

14620 Hwy 19 West 


PH: (828) 488-2523 800-711-RAFT 

info@paddleinnrafting.com 

www.paddleinnrafting.com 


10160 Hwy 19 West 


PH: (828) 488-2030 800-408-7238 



WILDWATER LTD. RAFTING 

1251 Academy Rd. 

LONG CREEK, SC 29658 

PH: (864) 647-9587 800-451-9972 

wwltd@nuvox.net 

www.wildwaterrafting.com 


REAL ESTATE 

CABIN QUEST INC. 

46 Woodland Circle 

PH: (828) 347-7100 

info@cabinquest.com 

www.cabinquest.com 

CLASSIC GMAC REAL ESTATE 

212 Wayah St. 

PH: (828) 369-6720 800-622-8835 

classic@dnet.net 

www.classicgmacre.com 


COLDWELL BANKER/DANIEL SEAY 


PH: (828) 369-7369 800-522-2997 

Kathyj46@gmail.com 

www.coldwellbanker-franklinnc.com 

DARRELL MASON 


PH: (828) 524-5873 

www.enchantedmountainestates.com 

DESOTO TRAIL/REALTY WORLD 


PH: (828) 524-8488 800-438-8493 

desoto@realtyworld.com 

www.desototrailrealty.com 

FOUR SEASONS REALTY INC 


PH: (828) 524-6363 866-524-1187 

www.fourseasons-realty.com 

FRANKLIN REALTY 

1281 Georgia Rd. #242 

PH: (828) 524-4000 888-823-7776 

www.franklinrealtync.com 

franklinrealtyinc@yahoo.com 

HIGHLANDS PASS 

PO Box 516 

Dillard, GA 30537- 

PH: (706) 746-2533 

HOUSTON REALTY INC. 


PH: (828) 524-4421 

houstonrealtync@yahoo.com 

www.houstonrealtync.com 

KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY 

33 Pine Lane 

PH: (828) 524-0100 866-524-0113 

earl@franklinmls.com 

LAMPLIGHTER-MCCOY REAL ESTATE 


PH: (828) 524-5601 800-524-5601 

lampligh@dnet.net 

www.franklinrealtor.com 

LONG BRANCH ESTATES 

640 Long Branch Rd. 


PH: (828) 488-7616 

longbranchestates@verizon.net 

www.longbranchestates.com 




PH: (828) 524-6458 800-533-3916 



MOUNTAIN PRO REAL ESTATE PROFES- 

SIONALS 


PH: (828) 524-8091 888-524-8091 

lynn@mountainprorealtor.com 

www.mountainprorealtor.com 

NANTAHALA REAL ESTATE CO. 



PH: (828) 321-3101 866-218-8439 

kristine@nantahalaproperties.com 

www.visitmylake.com 


PREFERRED PROPERTIES 


PH: (828) 349-4663 800-469-1699 

sold@preferredpropertiesfranklinnc.com 

www.preferredpropertiesfranklinnc.com 

PRUDENTIAL MARKHAM BANKSTON 

REALTORS 


PH: (828) 524-9000 800-261-3432 

pmb@dnet.net 

www.wesellfranklinnc.com 

RE/MAX ELITE REALTY 


PH: (828) 349-4600 866-981-4600 

justinharrell@remax.net 

www.franklinremax.net 

SELLERS REAL ESTATE 


PH: (828) 524-3516 

nancyrel@verizon.net 

THE HOLLAND GROUP 


PH: (828) 524-4318 

holland@dnet.net 

www.hollandconstruction.com 

UNIQUE PROPERTIES OF FRANKLIN 

257 Crane Circle 

PH: (828) 349-4700 888-868-0773 

office@uniquepropertiesofnc. 

www.uniquepropertiesofnc.com 

REAL ESTATE AGENT 

BECKER ENTERPRISES INC. 


PH: (828) 506-3719 866-349-3948 

johnb@exitsells.com 

www.baldheadtherealtor.com 

BILL MCGAHA 

881 Holly Terrace Rd. 

PH: (866) 524-1187 828-421-0142 

bmcgaha@dnet.net 

www.homesinthemountains.com 

DEBBIE BALE 

400 Porter St. 

PH: (828) 369-7369 

debbiebale@verizon.net 

www.ncpropertysells.com 

ELLEN GOLDSTEIN 


PH: (828) 342-9087 866-349-3948 

elleng@exitsells.com 

www.exitsells.com 

JUSTIN HARRELL 


PH: (828) 421-0095 

www.justinJharrell.com 

LES SINTAY 

375 Rabbit Track Trail 

PH: (828) 421-3444 888-524-8091 

lsintay@verizon.net 

RANDY REED 

1541 Ray Cove Rd. 

PH: (828) 421-7593 866-349-3948 

randyr@exitsells.com 

www.randyreedncmountains.com 


RENTAL SERVICE STORES & YARDS 

MACON RENTAL COMPANY 


PH: (828) 524-8911 

RESTAURANTS 

AMERICAN 

BOJANGLES 


PH: (828) 277-1660 877-BOJ-WNC1 

lhanson@bojofwnc.com 

www.greateatsatboj.com 

CAFFE REL 


PH: (828) 369-9446 

FATZ CAFÉ OF FRANKLIN 

107 Sawmill Village Lane 

PH: (828) 524-5265 

franklin@fatzcafe.com 

www.fatzcafe.com 


HUDDLE HOUSE 


PH: (828) 524-9324 828-524-0676 


JER'S KITCHEN 

1281 Georgia Rd. PMB 486 

PH: (828) 524-1960 

www.jerskitchen.com 

MULLIGAN'S BAR & GRILLE 

579 Depot St. 

PH: (828) 349-3183 

management@mulligans-bar.com 

www.mulligans-bar.com 

SHONEY'S OF FRANKLIN 


PH: (828) 349-0290 

www.shoneys.com 

THE BOILER ROOM 


PH: (828) 349-8888 

THE HIDDEN GEM CAFE 

24 Iotla St. 

PH: (828) 369-0575 

THE HUNGRY BEAR 

33 Macon Center 

PH: (828) 369-2900 

ZAXBY'S - THE CAS GROUP 


PH: (828) 369-5255 

BARBEQUE 

CASH'S SMOKEHOUSE BBQ 


PH: (828) 524-8386 

AMC101782@verizon.net 


FAT BUDDIES RIBS & BBQ 


PH: (828) 349-4743 828-349-9340 

csjribs@aol.com 

www.fatbuddiesribsandbbq.com 


WILLY'S BAR-B-QUE 


PH: (828) 524-0414 

ccraw@dnet.net 


CAJUN 

CAJUN CONNECTION 


PH: (828) 369-6288 

epignona@wildblue.net 

www.cajunconnectioncafe.com 

CHINESE 

HOUSE OF LUCK RESTAURANT 

1281 Georgia Rd. Unit A 

PH: (828) 369-8188 

PEKING GOURMET 

4527 Hwy. 441 

PH: (828) 524-8879 

COUNTRY/FAMILY 

CUPBOARD CAFÉ 

7388 US Hwy 441 


PH: (706) 746-5700 

thecupboardcafe@windstream.net 

STAMEY'S CAFÉ 


PH: (828) 524-8198 

SUNSET RESTAURANT 

498 Harrison Ave. 

PH: (828) 524-4842 

FAST FOOD 

BURGER KING 

130 West Gate Plaza Rd. 

PH: (828) 349-0437 800-348-1074 

WENDY'S 


PH: (828) 369-0881 

INTERNATIONAL 

FROG & OWL MTN BISTRO & BAR 


PH: (828) 349-4112 

winegal@mchsi.com 

YATI'S INTERNATIONAL BISTRO 


PH: (828) 349-9284 

yatibistro@gmail.com 

www.yatisintlbistro@gmail.com 

ITALIAN 

LUCIO'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 


PH: (828) 369-6670 

PIZZA 

MAIN STREET PIZZA 


PH: (828) 349-0979 

THE PIZZA FACTORY 


PH: (828) 349-8888 

JAPANESE 

TOKYO JAPANESE/THAI RETSAURANT 


PH: (828) 524-6866 

MEXICAN 

MONTE ALBAN INC. 


PH: (828) 349-4484 

SANDWICH 

GAZEBO CREEKSIDE CAFE 

44 Heritage Hollow 

PH: (828) 524-8783 


SUBWAY AT PRENTISS BRIDGE, INC. 


PH: (828) 349-1115 

subway42440@yahoo.com 

www.subway.com 


SEAFOOD 

ELMORE'S FISH FRY LLC 

351 Carolina Mountain Dr. 

PH: (828) 524-6700 

THAI 

BOONE THAI RESTAURANT 


PH: (828) 524-1111 

RESTAURANT SUPPLY 

WNC GO GREEN 

130 Frazier St. #7 


PH: (828) 215-8492 

info@wncgogreen.com 

www.wncgogreen.com 

RETAIL LIQUOR 

FRANKLIN ABC BOARD 

175 Macon Plaza Dr. 

PH: (828) 369-9247 

franklinabc@verizon.net 

www.franklinabc.net 

RETIREMENT COMMUNITY 

CHESTNUT HILL 

64 Clubhouse Trail 


PH: (828) 787-2114 

GaryTallent@ChestnutHillAtHighlands.com 

www.ChestnutHillAtHighlands.com 

RV PARKS 

COUNTRY MEADOWS 


PH: (828) 524-8834 



SCHOOLS 

MACON COUNTY SCHOOLS 

1202 Old Murphy Hwy. 

PH: (828) 524-3314 

www.mcsk-12.org 

SEE AD PAGE 38-39 

TRIMONT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 

98 Promise Lane 

PH: (828) 369-6756 

trmprn@dnet.net 

www.trimont-academy.org 


SCRAPBOOKING 

CREATIVE MEMORIES CONSULTANT 

CINDY CAVENDER 

305 Mason Mtn Dr. 

PH: (828) 342-5611 

cmcavender@dnet.net 

www.mycmsite.com/cindycavender 


SECURITY 

SMOKY MOUNTAIN SYSTEMS INC. 


PH: (828) 369-6067 


www.smokyms.com 

SOUTHERN ALARM & SECURITY 


PH: (828) 524-2268 

info@southernalarm.com 

www.southernalarm.com 

Providing security systems for intrusion, 

fire and personal emergency, as 

well as surveillance camera and keyless 

entry systems for homes and businesses 

in WNC since 1936. 

SIDING 

BISHOP'S HOME CENTER 

61 Patton Ave. 

PH: (828) 369-7875 

ERIC'S GUTTERS & SIDING INC. 

359 Big Muddy Dr. 

828-349-9392 

ericsgutters@dnet.net 

SIGNS 

SIGNS EXPRESS INC. 


PH: (828) 369-8800 

sales@signs.net 

www.sesigns.net 

STOCK BROKER 

EDWARD JONES 


PH: (828) 369-5383 

chrisbrouwer@earthlink 

STORAGE 

BURNINGTOWN STORAGE 

2044 Airport Rd. 

PH: (828) 371-1243 

melanieruffin@verizon 

DEPOT STREET MINI STORAGE 

372 Depot St. 

PH: (828) 524-6162 

Sizes for every need. Climate control 

available. Paved with security gate. 

24 hour video surveillance. On site 

manager. 

FRANKLIN MINI STORAGE 

5762 Hwy 441S 

PH: (828) 349-4019 


& STORAGE 


PH: (828) 524-4181 

mountainviewstorage@yahoo.com 

MR. STORE IT 


PH: (828) 349-3606 

kellywilson1017@msn.com 

SPACEMAKERS SELF-STORAGE 

307 Dowdle Mtn. Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-9803 

SUPPLIES 


& STORAGE 


PH: (828) 524-4181 

mountainviewstorage@yahoo.com

More aCCoMoDationS 

A LITTLE BIT OF HEAVEN 

611 Scofield Road 

BARBER’S MOTEL 


BREWER’S MOUNTAIN VIEW RENTAL 

1021 Lickskillet Road 

CAT CREEK REALTY 

41 Ferguson Road 

SURVEYOR 

LIPKIN LAND SURVEYING 

51 E. Rogers Rd. 

Cullowhee, NC 28723 

PH: (828) 293-3030 

beckylipkin@verizon.net 

www.lipkinsurvey.com 

SMOKY MOUNTAIN LAND SURVEYING 

92 Palmer St. 

PH: (828) 524-3668 

SPRINKLE SURVEYING. PA 



PH: (828) 524-5867 

info@sprinklesurveying.com 

www.sprinklesurveying.com 

TELECOMMUNICATIONS/SECURITY 

SMOKY MOUNTAIN SYSTEMS INC. 


PH: (828) 369-6067 


www.smokyms.com 

THEATRE 

HIGHLANDS PLAYHOUSE 

Oak Street 


PH: (828) 526-9443 

info@highlandsplayhouse.com 

www.highlandsplayhouse.com 

LICKLOG PLAYERS 

301 Church St. 

HAYESVILLE, NC 28904 

PH: (828) 389-8632 877-691-9906 

licklog@dnet.net 

www.licklogplayers.org 

THRIFT SHOP 

CARENET THRIFT STORE 


PH: (828) 349-9064 

macon.countycare@verizon.net 

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES of NWNC 


PH: (828) 349-7494 

gwinfo@goodwillwnc.org 

www.goodwillwnc.org 

TIMBER FRAMERS 

JEFF JOHNSON TIMBER FRAMES INC. 

562 Terrell Rd 

PH: (828) 524-7585 

sales@jeffjohnsontimberframes 

www.jeffjohnsontimberframes.com 

COMFORT INN 

313 Cunningham Road 

COUNTRY ESCAPE 


COWEE VALLEY GETAWAY 

264 Sandora Road 

EDELSON, JOEL 

175 Mountain View Road 


FOR YOUR PLEASURE RENTALS INC. 

8 Skyline Drive 

HAVEN’S BUDGET INN MOTEL 

433 East Palmer Street 

HOLT, FLOYD 

MIKE HENDRICK 

Hortense, GA 31543 

LARKIN CABINS 

1900 Wayah Road 

TIRE SALES & SERVICE 

BERRY'S TIRE & SERVICE CENTER 

451 Depot St. 

PH: (828) 524-8473 800-515-8473 

LOG CABIN GETAWAY 

528 Cherokee Mine Road 

MARTIN COTTAGE 


TRACTORS 

KUBOTA TRACTORS 


PH: (828) 524-2620 

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT 

MOONSHADOW LEARNING SERVICES INC 

617 Olivet Church Rd. 

WHITTIER, NC 28789 

PH: (828) 497-5741 888-279-9730 

office@moonshadow.net 

www.moonshadow.net 

TRANSPORTATION/SHUTTLE SERVICE 

CARRION-CARRY-ALL 

128 Woodland Hills Dr. 

PH: (828) 371-4718 

darican28734@yahoo.com 

ROAD RUNNER DRIVING SERVICE 

PO Box 804 

PH: (828) 524-3265 706-201-7719 

where2@mac.com 

www.roadrunnerdrivingservice.com 

TROUT FISHING 

ANDY'S TROUT FARM 

Betty's Creek Rd. 


PH: (706) 746-2550 

andys1@rabun.net 

www.andystroutfarm.com 

FISHERIES & WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT 

PO Box 455 


PH: (828) 497-5520 

robeblan@nc-cherokee.com 

ROSE CREEK CAMPGROUND 


PH: (828) 524-3225 

www.rosecreekcamp.com 

T-SHIRTS 

BEAR PRINTS INC. 


PH: (828) 369-5494 

bprints@verizon.net 

www.bearprints.com 

DUCK GRAPHICS 


Hildebran, NC 28637 

PH: (800) 679-2830 

www.duckgraphics.com 

MICHAEL G. MILLER 

746 Dellwood Road 

MOUNTAIN AIR COTTAGE 

335 Mountain Air Rd 

MOUNTAIN VALLEY CENTER 



NEW BEGININGS OF MACON CO. 

198 Dellwood Road 

OWL’S ROOST COTTAGE 

302 Owl Knob Road 

PHOENIX NEST 

1228 Lowery Lane 

TV & ELECTRONICS 

CURTIS T.V. / RADIO SHACK 

644 W. Palmer Street 

PH: (828) 524-4484 828-524-4664 

curtistv@mchsi.com 

www.radioshackfranklinnc.com 

UTILITIES 

DUKE ENERGY 

301 NP&L Loop 

PH: (828) 524-2121 

afalexander@duke-energy.com 

www.dukepower.com 

VERIZON OF NORTH CAROLINA 

PO Box 1412 

DURHAM, NC 27703 

PH: (919) 941-7413 800-483-4000 

VETERANS FOREIGN WARS 

MACON MEMORIAL VFW POST 7339 


PH: (828) 524-2953 

VETERANS SERVICE ORGANIZATION 

THE AMERICAN LEGION - MACON 

POST 108 

PO Box 474 

PH: (828) 524-4306 828-524-0144 

WATER FILTRATION 

ALPHA CLEAN WATER OF NC, LLC 


PH: (828) 524-7210 888-332-7766 

WATER/FIRE RESTORATION 

SERVPRO OF NANTAHALA 


PH: (828) 349-0707 888-349-0707 

servpro9505@verizon.net 

www.servpro.com 

WATERPROOFING CONTRACTOR 

HURST GUARANTEED DRY WATER- 

PROOFING 

INC. 


PH: (828) 369-6679 

dhwater@verizon.net 

SAPPHIRE INN 


WEBSITE DESIGN 

DEEP CREEK ARTS 

87 Heather Lane 

Whittier, NC 28789 

PH: (828) 497-2574 800-901-4423 

ellen@deepcreekarts.com 

www.deepcreekarts.com 

WELDING & EQUIPMENT REPAIR 

FRANKLIN MACHINE COMPANY 

301 Depot St. 

PH: (828) 524-2313 

WEST MACON WELDING 

189 Bert Waldroop Road 

PH: (828) 369-8072 

WELL DRILLING 

CRANE BROTHERS WELL DRILLING 

248 Crane Circle 

PH: (828) 524-4976 800-892-5891 

HEDDEN BROTHERS WELL DRILLING 

73 Holly Hills Vista Rd. 

PH: (828) 369-9591 800-325-9591 

chedden@direcway.com 

WOOD PRODUCTS 

LIBERTY WOOD PRODUCTS 


PH: (828) 524-7958 

don.hill@drakesoftware.com 

www.libertywoodproducts.net 

SOUTHERN HERITAGE WOOD PRODUCTS 


PH: (828) 349-1819 

richard@woodcabs.com 

www.woodcabs.com 

YARN 

SILVER THREADS & GOLDEN NEEDLES 


PH: (828) 349-0515 

franklinncyarn@yahoo.com 

SPINK STEPHANIE 

31 Upper Peeks Ck Rd 

ST. AUGUSTINE VACATIONS, LLC 

245 Deportivo Dr 

St. Augustine., FL 32086 

VIOLETTE, JOHN & GAIL 

977 Sugarfork 

WOFFORD, WILLIAM 

1555 Crestview Drive 


WOODCOVE CABINS 

39 Woodcove Drive 

YORK, JERRY & ALICE 

557 Judds Trail 



Escape 

Escape to the mountains... Discover Highlands, North Carolina 

Knoxville 

3 Hours 

Chattanooga 

3 Hours 

Atlanta 

2.5 Hours 

Columbus 

3.5 Hours 

Albany 

5 Hours 

Highlands, NC Charlotte 

3.5 Hours 

Athens 

2 Hours 

Macon 

4 Hours 

Greenville 

2 Hours 

Augusta 

3.5 Hours 

Savannah 

6 Hours 

Columbia 

3.5 Hours 

Charleston 

5 Hours 

At 4,118 feet above sea level, Highlands boasts cool summers and crisp autumn temperatures. In addition to 

great hiking trails, water falls and majestic views, Highlands has some of the fi nest dining and lodging establishments 

in the South. Come stroll the quaint Main Street and be taken back to a simpler time where R&R is always a priority. 

www.HighlandsChamber.org | Call (866) 526-5841


Center for for the the 




Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver.............................................................................................. January 15 

321 Improv.............................................................................................................................January 22 

Dave The Horn Guy...............................................................................................................January 23 

The Booth Brothers..............................................................................................................February 5 

Crazy Little Thing Called Love..................................................................................February 11-13 

Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance.............................................................................February 19 

Harris III.................................................................................................................................February 20 

Randy Travis, Guest Appearance Edens Edge.................................................................March 12 

James Gregory..............................................................................................................................April 16 

3 Redneck Tenors........................................................................................................................April 17 

The Raleigh Ringers...................................................................................................................April 18 

Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat..........................................................April 22-24 

Jeremy Camp................................................................................................................................April 25 

Ray Stevens....................................................................................... April 30 (2 shows, 2:30 & 7:30) 

Golden Dragon Acrobats............................................................................................................May 11 

Ernie Haase & Signature Sound..............................................................................................May 21 

Branson on the Road.......................................................................May 29 (2 shows, 2:30 & 7:30) 

Disney’s Beauty & the Beast..............................................................................................June 24-27 

Independence Week Festival..................................................................................................July 1-4 

Featuring The Inspirations and 20 other great gospel groups 

David Crowder Band......................................................................................................................July 7 

Larry Gatlin & Gatlin Brothers......................................................July 13 (2 shows, 2:30 & 7:30) 

Point of Grace / Laura Story ......................................................................................................July 30 

Blue Moon Musical Review..............................................................................August 9-10 & 16-17 

Ricky Skaggs............................................................................................................................August 14 

Labor Day Weekend Gospel Singing.......................................................................September 4-5 


Diary of Anne Frank...................................................................................................September 9-13 

Mark Lowry.......................................................................................................................September 23 

Fresh Grounded Faith, w/ Jennifer Rothschild (Women’s Conference) ........October 1-2 

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.........................................................................................October 5 

Fall Color Festival...........................................................................................................October 15-16 


Blue Ridge........................................................................................................................October 22-23 

Rhonda Vincent & Gene Watson......................................................................................October 29 

The Isaacs..............................................................................................................................November 6 

Jekyll & Hyde...............................................................................................................November 11-14 

Chonda Pierce....................................................................................................................November 20 

Ivan Parker / Janet Paschal..............................................................................................December 4 

Geppetto & Son....................................................................................................................December 7 

Oak Ridge Boys...................................................................... December 17 (2 shows, 2:30 & 7:30) 

AND MORE TO COME iN 2010! 

1028 Georgia Road • Franklin, NC 28734 

Local 828.524.1598 • Toll-Free 866.273.4615 

Tickets: GreatMountainMusic.com


Franklin, NC 28734

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