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Is Moonshiners Real? While Most Is Fake, These Parts Are More Factual
A look at the popular show Moonshiners: What is fake, what is not If you’ve ever watched Discovery Channel’s hit TV show “Moonshiners”, you may have pondered at some point:…
Inside the Largest Buc-ee’s Store in Sevierville, Tennessee (With Photos)
Smoky Mountain Buc-ee’s remains the largest store, at least for now When the self-styled “home of the world’s cleanest bathrooms, delicious barbecue, freshest food and friendliest beaver” announced plans to…
Yes, Armadillos Live in Tennessee: Here’s Why They Are Becoming Common
What you should know about armadillos As an East Tennessean, I have seen plenty of armadillo carcasses. But I’d never found myself face-to-face with one of the nocturnal mammals until…
Things To Do in Gatlinburg That Your Kids Will Remember Forever
Best activities in Gatlinburg with kids, according to a local dad You wouldn’t necessarily think of Gatlinburg as a town for kids. However, there’s lots of stuff for kids to…
5 Hidden Cades Cove Secrets Few Have Seen in the Smoky Mountains
A Smoky Mountain local talks about his favorite hidden gems in the most popular section of the national park – Cades Cove Cades Cove is one of the true wonders…
Here’s What We Know About Dolly Parton’s Brothers and Sisters (2025)
A round-up of Dolly Parton’s siblings, where they are now Dolly Parton is the fourth of twelve siblings. Her parents are Robert and Avie Lee Parton, and thanks to the…
What It’s Like To Visit Skyland Ranch (With Photos)
Everything you need to know about Skyland Ranch before you visit As someone who grew up in the Smoky Mountains, I’ve explored just about every attraction in town and eaten…
Amazing Places To Go Snow Tubing Near Pigeon Forge, the Smoky Mountains
What to know about snow tubing in the Smokies: Pricing, reservation requirements and more The Great Smoky Mountains area is a hugely popular winter destination. Though the winter weather may…
Bobcats Are Common in Tennessee, but Here’s Why You’re Unlikely To See One
What you need to know about bobcats As someone who has lived in rural areas up and down East Tennessee, I am familiar with the bobcat. So yes, they do…
The Fascinating History of Elkmont Ghost Town (and How To Get There)
A history of Elkmont and what to know before you go What is known as the Elkmont ghost town is a former logging camp town and once-booming resort town near…