News & Updates
Friends of the Smokies offers overnight event
Lodging and meals are provided at The Buckhorn, East Tennessee’s classic country inn, which features stunning views of Mt. Le Conte. Read more
May 22, 2019
Grandfather Mountain State Park changes camping policy
Beginning June 1, campers must reserve campsites using the Reserve America Reservation System via the internet or a toll-free number. Read more
May 21, 2019
Arboretum offers annual plant sale
Choose from the best selection of annuals, perennials, succulents and tillandsias grown by Arboretum staff in the production greenhouse. Read more
May 21, 2019
'The Bridges of Madison County' runs through June 9
The show is based on the bestselling novel by Robert James Waller that became a hit film and was later adapted into a Tony Award-winning musical. Read more
May 17, 2019
Gallery features two mountain artists
An opening reception will be held Saturday, May 25. Read more
May 15, 2019
Repaving scheduled on sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway
Work is expected to start in late-May and continue through November. Read more
May 15, 2019
Photo by Markus Spiske
Amateur cyclists event returns to Asheville
Haute Route is the world’s first global series of prestigious multi-day events for amateur riders. Read more
May 15, 2019
Madison County plans 24th Bluff Mountain Festival
The festival offers bluegrass and old-time music, a silent auction of beautiful regional items, an artists’ market and good food. Read more
May 14, 2019
Viewpoint
From the managing editor, April 2019
It was odd in mid February to hear the weatherman on the local television say something like, “is this the last blast of winter for the season?” Read more
