Interstate 26 East is reduced to one lane near Hendersonville due to a pavement failure, an NCDOT spokesperson said.

Chimney Rock State Park is still only reachable via Lake Lure, with direct access from, Hendersonville and Black Mountain yet to resume.

Chimney Rock State Park is an area of outstanding natural beauty, nestled within the mountains in Western North Carolina.

“(Helene) almost wiped us off the map, and after the storm we looked around in shock. What do we do? Where do we start?" said Chimney Rock Village Mayor Peter O'Leary. “The village knew one thing that ...

Chimney Rock State Park reopened June 27, nine months after Helene devastated the area. Local officials celebrated the recovery milestone last week.

Chimney Rock State Park in western North Carolina reopened Friday. Capicity is limited. For now, you can make reservations online. Gov. Josh Stein was there and announced the new tourism ...