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5 Smoky Mountain Towns You Can Actually Afford To Live In, Tourist Free
Local lists best places to live that are near the mountains and away from tourists I’ve spent the better part of the last 30 years living in communities up and…
Are There Witches in the Smoky Mountains? Talking Southern Superstitions
Witchy superstitions and stories are practically tradition in the South. Here are a few of the most famous witches and tall tales. I grew up at my grandmother’s knee hearing…
These Are the Rainiest – and Least Rainy – Months in Gatlinburg
How Gatlinburg sees a surprising amount of rain compared to the rest of the country When visiting an outdoorsy destination like Gatlinburg, the weather might be top of mind. Gatlinburg…
The Mystery Surrounding the Sudden Wears Valley Name Changes
Wears Valley formerly known as Crowsons Cove, and Wears Cove, has undergone several name changes over the years I grew up running around Townsend and using Wears Valley Road to…
6 Utterly Bizarre Tennessee Laws You Didn’t Know Existed
Tennessee has a few bizarre laws on the books which range from rollerblading at the state Capital to owning pet raccoons I’ve covered Tennessee politicians for more than 20 years….
The Island vs Dollywood: Which Is Better? A Brutally Honest Opinion
Dollywood’s only real local competition for an all-day attraction is The Island in Pigeon Forge. But how does the Island stack up to the reigning champ? As someone who has…
The 3 Best and Worst Reviewed Attractions in Pigeon Forge
We analyzed over 200 local Google business listings to come up with this list of the best, and worst, reviewed attractions in Pigeon Forge I have lived in the area…
7 Things Not To Do When You Spot Wildlife In the Smoky Mountains
A few tips and tricks on what not to do when you see wildlife in the Smoky Mountains Warmer weather has returned to the mountains and with it, wildlife in…
Dolly Parton Says Getting Kicked Out of a Hotel Inspired a Famous ‘9-5’ Line
Dolly recounts a story where a NYC hotel thought she was ‘turning up tricks’ Dolly Parton has had countless hits, but one of her most famous songs, “9 to 5”,…
We Taste Tested Dozens of Wings in Pigeon Forge, These 3 Were the Best
A local reveals his picks for the best wings in Pigeon Forge, TN I’ve dined in Pigeon Forge eateries for nearly 40 years. I certainly know the nature of the…