The famous synchronized fireflies are just one of many types of insects that fall under the purview of national park ...

Cub Scout CJ Griffith is a member of Pack 451 in Knoxville. The 3rd grader picked up several trophies at events last year, ...

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Spring 2026 in the Smoky Mountains brings peak wildflower blooms, warmer weather, and major festivals. Make sure to stop by Dollywood's Flower & Food Festival (mid-April–June) ...

I was mildly disappointed that our brief stay didn’t allow for more on-foot park exploration, but we were able to immerse ourselves in the Yosemite landscape and see many of the major sites via a ...

You’ll be singing “Rocky Top” after visiting this East Tennessee gem.

A Tennessee mountain viewpoint with wide-open vistas and calm, breezy overlooks that help melt stress fast and make the whole ...

Here's everything you need to know to plan a trip to Bryson City, North Carolina.

The Boy Scouts of America, now known as Scouting America, began allowing girls into its flagship program, called Scouts BSA, in 2019. The first female Eagle Scouts ...

For 18 years, Nicolet High School teacher Katie Schwalbach taught only Spanish. Lately, her role has expanded, and she has ...