Smoky Mountains Park marks 75th anniversary

The ancient blue-green mountains with breathtaking vistas and distinctive mists are home to salamanders and black bears, 19th century log cabins, rippling streams, waterfalls and more than 800 miles of trails, including a large section of the Georgia-to-Maine Appalachian Trail.

Carter County, TN is never dull

After reading the latest Carter County, TN capers, I thought I should share some of the real Carter County.

Boy, Father Injured in Smoky Mountain Bear Attack

Florida man and son treated after fight with bear in Eastern Tennessee.

Going on a Smoky Mountain golf trip? Don't forget the chalets, outlet malls, restaurants, reader says

Dave Dusel: "When going to the Smoky Mountains for golf, bring additional couples and rent one of the many chalets. There are many golf courses in the area and many outlet malls, the wives won't mind if you play 36 holes each day.

Head to east Tennessee for great golf in the Great Smoky Mountains

Truly a sight to behold, the area around the Great Smoky Mountains in east Tennessee is also great for golf. Notable courses include: Patriot Hills, Gatlinburg Municipal Golf Course and Clinchview Golf Club.