There’s a lot to love about mountain towns—cozy lodging, gorgeous scenery, and endless opportunity for outdoor adventure, just to name a few. Towns in and around the Great Smoky Mountains have their ...

Some area school districts have made the call ahead of the storm to close Monday or adjust schedules in another way.

A Winter Storm Advisory across central North Carolina forced many school districts to close or adjust schedules for Monday.

Central North Carolina faced a winter storm on December 8, 2025. Dozens of school districts closed or moved to remote ...

Across the country, Black-owned historic inns stand as living testaments to resilience, artistry, and community care.

Our hearts are heavy as we announce the passing of Barbara F. Richards, 93, on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Mountain Ridge Center in Franklin, NH, surrounded by her loving fami ...

The dream of homeownership remains achievable in numerous metropolitan areas across America, where $300,000 still purchases ...

James B. Hunt Jr., a one-time Wilson County farm boy who rose to become one of the dominant figures in 20th-century North ...

Futurecast projections show that a mix of rain and snow will move in starting on Monday, Dec. 8, 2025. The earliest we could ...

All across Appalachia, communities have historically leaned on music to help get work done. Whether tending the garden or marching along the picket line, music has been a way to k ...

With President Donald Trump labeling the media “the enemy” and threatening broadcast licenses and political enemies, First ...

Learn strategies for managing the emotional impact of early-stage Alzheimer's. Discover tips on coping with feelings, seeking ...