Dollywood’s Dreamer in Chief Dolly Parton sat down with USA TODAY to talk about her namesake park and other projects.

You haven't seen the Smoky Mountains quite like this, on a full-speed, open zipline that stands as the longest zipline in the United States.

Dolly Parton's "Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol" is coming to the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts at 3 p.m. and ...

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Nwambuonwor named to Western Carolina University’s chancellor’s list Chibuzor Nwambuonwor, of Canyon Country, has been named to the Western Carolina University spring 2025 chancellor’s list.

The eastern box turtle is celebrating 30 years as the most highly honored reptile in the Great Smoky Mountains. Here's how it won that status.

Speaking of combo platters, Bandana’s “Feasts” allow you to sample multiple meats in one sitting – perfect for the culinarily curious or those suffering from barbecue FOMO. These generous portions ...

Dollywood opened 40 years ago today, July 16. Dolly Parton, a native of the Tennessee are is a famous partner.

A new 360 degree, night time attraction is coming to Zoo Knoxville this fall, inspired by the changing seasons in the Smoky ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Zoo Knoxville announced plans on Wednesday for a new nighttime attraction that will debut at the ...

Whether you're an adventure seeker or just want to explore the wilderness in a unique way, I can't think of anything better ...

The family connection clicked better than anyone could imagine: Raleigh became the first catcher in Home Run Derby history to ...