But after nearly two years of trying, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians finally persuaded the U.S. Board on Geographic ...

It’s been just over a month since Hurricane Helene brought widespread devastation to Western North Carolina and the ...

Bigger, stronger bridges along I-40 would be better for deer, bears and other wildlife, as well as more flood-proof.

The National Park Service restored another portion of the Blue Ridge Parkway in western North Carolina on Wednesday, making ...

An 11-mile section of the road opened Wednesday near Asheville, between U.S. 70 and N.C. 191 near the N.C. Arboretum. That ...

Great Smoky Mountains Natl. Park — The historic Noah "Bud" Ogle Cabin has been preserved. Last year, a storm tore off the ...

THE 10 best road trips across the world have been revealed, through rocky mountains, wild forests, and harsh coastlines. Some ...

At the suggestion of a New York publicity firm, the group called itself the Great Smoky Mountain Conservation Association. Soon, the mountains themselves were referred to as the Great Smokies.

Korrin Bishop If you're interested in art and authentic Appalachian crafts, you'll want to spend a day exploring the 8-mile loop through Gatlinburg's Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community.

An officer confirmed Hamlett's identity with a fingerprint scanner and he was taken into custody by the U.S. Marshals Service ...

The Smoky Mountains offer the perfect setting for anyone looking to escape the hustle of daily life and reconnect with nature. With scenic landscapes, a variety of activities, and charming nearby ...