Forbidden Caverns history: Moonshiners’ refuge turned tourist attraction
If you think the Great Smoky Mountains are beautiful above ground, you should see what’s below. Tennessee’s vast network of caves is hardly unknown. There…
Are there scorpions in the Smoky Mountains?
To be frank, I thought this one was going to be easy. “Are there scorpions in the Smoky Mountains?” I mean, I wouldn’t think so…
Where to see wildlife in the Smoky Mountains; Our top tips
Some of the sights of the Smokies are quite easy to see. The trees don’t move. The mountains, though occasionally obscured by clouds or wispy…
Sevier County’s restaurant staffing problem not what you think (OPINION)
Ready your pitchforks readers, this won’t be a popular opinion. But I have some pretty interesting data to back up my theory. That’s right, there’s…
What to do in Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg when it’s raining
The Smoky Mountains are a beautiful place to visit year-round, but its wide elevation range can contribute to unpredictable weather patterns. Some days it feels…
Restaurants in Gatlinburg that take reservations; your complete list
If you’re a new visitor to the Smokies, you may quickly notice a quirk about local restaurants in Gatlinburg – reservations are a rare offering….
Smoky or Smokey Mountains: How it is really spelled?
The great philosopher Gallagher, in between abusing fruit with a giant wood sledgehammer, once mused: “We drive through a parkway and park in a driveway.” …
Lost parrot found at Anakeesta tower: ‘I’ve never felt closer to God’
Lauren Reilly is a new resident to the Sevier County area. On Easter Sunday, she had just relocated her RV to a spot in Gatlinburg…
When does Soaky Mountain open? A look at the new waterpark
The wait is almost over. Soaky Mountain Waterpark, the world’s most cleverly named waterpark in Tennessee, will host an opening weekend on May 15-16, 2021,…
Who is the Chicken Lady at Dollywood? How Miss Lillian sparks love, joy
There’s a fascinating through line to get to Miss Lillian. It leads from the dawn of television through classic characters like Betty Boop and larger…