Tucked into the southwestern corner of North Carolina where the Appalachian and Nantahala mountains create a natural fortress against the chaos of modern life, Franklin offers a perfect recipe for ...

Shuckstack Fire Tower rises above the Smoky Mountains as a relic of fire-watching history and a destination for hikers ...

Georgia is a southern U.S. state that's bursting with outdoor adventure opportunities, including at this breathtaking state ...

The issue of the homeless or unhoused in Marion was brought before the council members at their regular meeting on Tuesday.

Planning an trip into the Great Smoky Mountains? These gateway towns offer thrills, frills, and stunning views - just a short ...

One national park is staying open through the government shutdown — Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The park, located in the Appalachian Mountains between North Carolina and Tennessee, will be ...

Another earthquake detected in the mountains, the body of a woman found in a plane is identified and a town considers a ...

The Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Appalachian National Scenic Trail are mostly open, but visitors should expect changes.