RALEIGH – The stretch of Interstate 40 closed by a rockslide should reopen on Tuesday, April 27. This section of I-40 near the Tennessee border has been closed in both directions since the rockslide occurred on Oct. 25. Before the rockslide, about 19,000 vehicles a day traveled on the road; approximately 45 percent were [...] 
Washington, D.C.—According to a new assessment released today by the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) and the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC), one of the most beloved recreational footpaths in the United States, the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, faces many challenges that put the experience of visitors and trail resources at risk. Adjacent land development on [...] The mountains of North Carolina are blessed with an abundance of natural beauty, wide open vistas, and recreational opportunities. Some of the best of these can be found in the areas State Parks. Located in the swath of counties that comprise this mountain region are ten State Parks. In the Piedmont just off the Blue [...] 
(Boone, NC) – Organizers of the Appalachian Mountain Photography Competition today announced the winners of the 7th annual competition. Tommy Penick and his image Pushing the Christmas Tree Bailer, entered in the Culture Category, took top honors receiving the designation of Best in Show. Tommy will take home a cash award of $1000 furnished through [...] |
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