Latest news stories from around the Great Smoky Mountains.
Newport Plain Talk – Newport, TN The third annual Music of the Mountains, an afternoon program devoted to the celebration of Cocke County’s gospel music heritage, will be held Sunday, April 21, at the Smoky Mountains Visitors Center in Cosby starting at 2 p.m. “Our hills will indeed be alive with the sounds of music,”
Dolly Parton ushers in a string of new shows at her Dollywood theme park this year. And that includes fireworks, cleverly called “Dolly’s Nights of Many Colors.” This year means extended hours at the popular Pigeon Forge attraction, with the operation open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. for six weeks at mid-summer, plus the addition
A three-inch snowfall on Sunday led to several hikers being stranded on the Appalachian Trail near Clingmans Dome Road in the Great Smoky Mountains. Park rangers were initially called in to help a hiker who was having chest pains near Mount Collins Shelter. During the hike to assist him they came across two more groups
Officials say that the recent fire that damaged or destroyed over 70 cabins near Pigeon Forge caused over $12 million worth of damage. The March 17th fire which began at the Black Bear Ridge Resort destroyed 53 cabins and damaged 20 others. The 53 cabins that were destroyed were valued at least $11 million. In
A faction of lodging owners in Maggie Valley is hoping to derail a tax increase on overnight accommodations. The money brought in — roughly $450,000 a year — would be dedicated solely to building tourism attractions or improving existing ones. >> Read Complete Article
Recent heavy snows in the Great Smoky Mountains has forced park officials to delay the opening of the Clingmans Dome Road. Over 18 inches of snow recently fell in higher elevations of the Smokies including the Clingmans Dome area. Friday was the scheduled opening date for the road but park spokeswoman Dana Soehn stated that
Ground was broken on the third hotel tower for Harrah’s Cherokee on July 10, 2009. That event marked the beginning of the $650 million expansion which is now complete and culminated in a grand opening event on Friday, March 22. >> Read Complete Article
Though it is still a couple of weeks away, the month of April is looking busier and more exciting with each passing minute. Several annual events that have cemented their places as Gatlinburg traditions will take place next month. If you will be in the Smoky Mountain area in April, we hope your visit will
In a nostalgic trip to yesteryear, the “Enchanted Flower Garden” blooms once again in a spectacular display of color and life. This particular illusion, not seen on an American stage since the 1940s, is part of WonderWorks’ new Wonders of Magic show headlined by internationally-recognized magician, Terry Evanswood. Performing at WonderWorks since 2010, Evanswood will
Following is an interview with Patrick and Sue, the owners of the Berry Springs Lodge, a luxury bed and breakfast located near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. TheGreatSmokies.net: Where is the Berry Springs Lodge located at? Berry Springs Lodge: Berry Springs Lodge is located about 2 miles behind Dollywood and 15 minutes from downtown
