Miles of sandy beaches, world-class museums, glacier-scoured mountains, and a plethora of cool historic sites. If you’re in ...

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Dolly Parton has spent the last 60 years transforming herself from a small town girl to one of the biggest names in the world. Now, Parton is celebrating her 80th birthday. In a video shared earlier ...

The University of Central Arkansas Public Appearances will present “Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol” at 7 p.m. Dec. 10 at Reynolds Performance Hall. “Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain ...

There’s something about escaping to the mountains that calls to all of us. The crisp air and serene quiet make for the perfect reset. For those in the U.S., the Smoky Mountains offer one of the best ...

NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumer365 has recognized Westgate Resorts' Gatlinburg vacation packages as a top mountain escape for 2025, highlighting their balance of natural access, ...

While the federal government shutdown has furloughed federal employees and canceled programs at national parks across the country, all programs and areas of Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP) ...

CAROL. THANK YOU JANE. THIS TIME OF YEAR, WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA HITS TOURISM SEASON STRIDE. BUT WITH THE GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN UNDERWAY, ONE POPULAR NATIONAL PARK COULD PARTIALLY SHUT DOWN. OUR PEYTON ...

Ryan Lakes was last seen on Thursday, officials said. A 21-year-old man was found dead in Great Smoky Mountains National Park after a multi-day search, according to the National Park Service. Ryan ...