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      <image:title>Beech Community Updates - News - Two Ways of Leading our Community - Make it stand out</image:title>
      <image:caption>Neighbors working together after Hurricane Helene</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Beech Community Updates - News - Two Ways of Leading our Community - Beech Community thrives on the contributions of its residents – the practical knowledge of our farmers, the creative insights of our artists, the legacy mountain knowledge and the talents of newcomers looking to uphold nature’s beauty. It’s the engagement of all who call this place home. Effective leadership is vital not only for preserving the unique character we value but also for navigating the challenges and opportunities ahead. However, leaders lead in fundamentally different ways: some approaches build collective strength, while the others fragment our community.</image:title>
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      <image:title>Beech Community Updates - News - March 26 - Community Update - The air is getting warmer, and the first signs of spring are already happening!. Plants and flowers are starting to wake up, and soon, our neighborhood will be bursting with color. Take some time to prep your garden—spring is the perfect season to grow something beautiful!</image:title>
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      <image:caption>Potlucks are a great way to meet neighbors. In recent events, several new community members showed up to get acquainted with folks. Mark your calendars now for 5pm on Saturday, April 19th, at the community center!</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>We're happy to announce Beech community’s own Nate Penland and his awesome achievement! He's officially earned his jump wings after completing the demanding infantry &amp; jump school training at Fort Benning, GA. For those who know Nate, this accomplishment comes as no surprise. His commitment to goals have always been evident. Nate has successfully completed the rigorous training and is now stationed in Italy with the 173rd Airborne. This is a momentous occasion, not just for Nate, but for all of us in Beech. Congratulations, Nate! We are so proud of you.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Beech Community Updates - News - March 26 - Community Update</image:title>
      <image:caption>You may remember Lauren Kukendall from her extraordinary support for the community post Hurricane Helene. Soon Lauren, a a freshman at North Buncombe High School, will be performing at NBHS’s Theater production of Curtains, a dramatic, musical comedy. Come see Lauren, one of the lead dancers who plays Randi, and other amazing performers at this local production. The show runs April 3-6 at NBSH’s Debruhl Theatre.  Details and a link to tickets are here</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Tyree Wilmoth and Evan Woody, who have lived in the WNC mountains for most of their lives, recently moved to the Beech Community. The couple was drawn to the area's natural beauty and sense of community. They are excited to meet their neighbors and become involved in the community. Tyree and Evan are aspiring homesteaders who enjoy creating, discovering, and relaxing in their teahouse</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>For the past three decades, Beth Holtam has called Beech Community home, but her story extends far beyond the Blue Ridge Mountains. Beth's memoir, "What? Raise My Children in the Jungle? Our 18 Years in Liberia," recounts her incredible journey with her husband, Jordan across Africa from Liberia, Zambia, Sudan, and Ethiopia, building stronger rural communities. Their youngest children, Raleigh and Margaret, were born in Zorzor, Liberia, while Merrill and Elizabeth, moved to Liberia as toddlers with their parents.</image:caption>
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