From blooming spring wildflowers to snow-dusted winter peaks, the Smoky Mountains offer spectacular scenery for photographers year-round.

Kuwohi, the highest point in the Smokies, offers an observation tower that provides panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, making it a must-visit spot for fall foliage enthusiasts.

Last month, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians swore in Bradley B. Letts as the tribe’s new chief supreme court justice. ...

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