Territory Issue 5 Has Landed.

The wait is over: Issue 5 is out now.

We are so proud to finally share this latest chapter with our community. You can pick up a copy at all our usual distribution partners or visit us at our home base, 110 East Main Street. This issue is a true labor of love, and we owe a massive thank you to the talented collaborators who helped us bring it to life.

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With 16 years of experience and family roots running several generations deep in WNC, @jennifer_merrell has become a trusted name at RE/MAX Land of the Waterfalls. She has consistently been a top producer throughout her career. But the moments she treasures most aren’t measured in numbers. Helping a single mom buy her first home and welcoming new families to the community – those are the stories that stay with her. Call Jennifer today to learn how she can help you achieve your real estate goals.

After years in ICU critical care, Jen Schulz, RN, BSN, knew she wanted to help people before illness and burnout took over. That vision led her to open @proactiv_hydration in 2024. From customized IV drips and NAD+ therapy to B12 injections and mobile wellness options, ProactIV is designed to help people feel energized, supported, and at their best — whether recovering from sickness, travel, fatigue, stress, or just the demands of everyday life. “My goal is to empower people to feel their best and take ownership of their health.” Visit ProactIV’s downtown Brevard satellite location on Tuesdays from 9am–4pm to learn more.

Founded in 2024, @idlewild_furniture_co brings together Appalachian roots, Scandinavian simplicity, and a deep appreciation for home. Working from his grandfather’s old woodshop, Robert Garren creates handcrafted pieces designed to be lived with, loved, and passed down for generations. After studying fine woodworking in Colorado, Robert returned to WNC with a vision: to craft furniture that helps people feel grounded in the places they call home. Every custom piece — shaped from hardwoods like walnut, oak, and maple — reflects intentional craftsmanship, sustainability, and timeless design. “My goal is to foster connection, celebrate imperfection, and create heirlooms that remind us of the meaning of home.”

At @howardhannabeverlyhanks, community comes first. With deep roots in Brevard and the strength of a national network behind them, the team blends hometown care with the resources to help clients confidently navigate every stage of life. Jeremy Owen, broker-in-charge and branch leader, leads a team of 23 brokers with a people-first mindset built on connection, guidance, and making a lasting difference — not just for clients, but for the community they call home.

For more than 50 years, @highland_books has been a place where stories, curiosity, and community come together in downtown Brevard. From bestselling novels and hidden literary gems to a children’s section designed to spark young imaginations, every corner of the bookstore invites visitors to slow down, explore, and discover something new. Through book clubs, author talks, quiet reading nights, and community events, the bookstore continues to create a space where everyone feels at home.

Located in downtown Brevard, @lucyclarkgalleryandstudio is home to nearly 60 local and regional artists, with everything from paintings and ceramics to jewelry, textiles, sculpture, and handcrafted furniture. Every piece is thoughtfully curated to create a space that feels peaceful, inspiring, and deeply welcoming. For owner and artist Lucy Clark, the gallery is about more than art on the walls — it’s about connection. Lucy has created a space where creativity and community come together beautifully. “My wish is that people feel peace and calm when they walk through the door.”

Through advocacy, promotion, and strategic initiatives, @heartofbrevard helps support more than 100 locally owned businesses while working to keep downtown walkable, welcoming, and rooted in local character. HOB is responsible for many of the community events that bring people into downtown throughout the year, including White Squirrel Weekend, Shindig on Main + Fireworks Extravaganza, the Plein Air Festival, and more. These events are designed not only to drive economic activity but to create shared experiences that encourage residents to gather, participate, and feel connected to their town.

Tucked beside the headwaters of the French Broad River in Rosman, @headwaters_outfitters has been helping locals and visitors connect with the outdoors since 1992. The business was built on a simple mission: share the joy of the river, create meaningful opportunities for local youth, and care for the waterways that make this place so special. Today, Headwaters Outfitters offers everything from tubing floats and paddling adventures to guided fly fishing trips and scenic hikes. Whether it’s your first time on the river or your 100th, come explore the beauty of WNC.

Since 2012, White Squirrel Realty has grown into one of Brevard’s most trusted independent real estate firms, thanks to the vision of owner and broker-in-charge Isaac Allen and his wife, Janet. Beyond helping buyers and sellers navigate the real estate market, White Squirrel also manages more than 200 homes through its robust property-management division, including vacation rentals and long-term homes across Transylvania County. “We’re here for the entire journey,” Isaac says. “If someone wants to invest, relocate, retire, or simply experience Brevard, we have the team to help them get there.”

With a focus on native and regionally appropriate plants, Vallée creates landscapes that are not only timeless and beautiful but also support long-term ecological health. From pollinator-friendly gardens and lawn alternatives to modern formal designs and natural hardscapes, every project is tailored to reflect each client’s vision while enhancing the resilience of the local landscape. Find out more here at valleelandscapedesign.com