Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The southernmost section of the Blue Ridge Parkway is open again to visitors. The National Park Service announced the reopening of ...

The government shut down Oct. 1, 2025, as Republicans and Democrats are locked in a stalemate over funding the federal government. Here are stories about how the impasse is affecting North Carolina, ...

Roads and scenic routes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park continue to reopen one month after Hurricane Helene caused “substantial damage” in the area. Foothills Parkway East near Cosby is the ...

I have noticed twice in the last few weeks that the Sentinel has mentioned the spectacular views from the Blackberry Mountain Resort. You also mention it is not open to the general public, but only ...

The southernmost section of the Blue Ridge Parkway is open again to visitors. The National Park Service announced the reopening of nearly 55 miles of the parkway on Oct. 30, including the section ...