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Mar 12
The ‘queen of country’ has high hopes for Dollywood’s 39th season

Dolly Parton is continuing to add to her theme park, known as Dollywood. The biggest additions for their 39th season is what will be known as the Dolly Parton Experience, which is expected to be complete by May 24

Mar 15
Mimi’s Gas Station Coffee in Sevierville is the Stop you Need to Make on your Trip to the Smokies!

by: Amber Lynn Carroll Posted: Mar 14, 2024 / 07:53 AM EDT Updated: Mar 14, 2024 / 07:53 AM EDT  If you’re heading to the Smokies or out for a weekend in Gatlinburg, you might pass right by a little spot in Sevierville, Tenn. just outside and in the parking lot of Smoky Mountain Knife Works. You have […]

Mar 14
XPERIA Ocean Journey, Attraction in Sevierville TN

The XPERIA: Ocean Journey is an up-close, hyper-real experience in Sevierville, Tennessee and combines innovative digital technologies and immersive storytelling to take participants on a journey to explore fascinating areas of the ocean and interact with some of the most amazing sea creatures, without having to go to the ocean.

Mar 13
Wilderness at the Smokies Rolling Out New Additions, Renovations and Experiences for 2024

Wilderness at the Smokies has expanded and renovated its indoor Wild WaterDome waterpark! Guests can experience new attractions like a three-story water coaster called the Ridge Runner.

Jan 18
New visitor center in Townsend provides starting point for Great Smoky Mountains visitors

The Great Smoky Mountains Association has opened a new visitor center called the Great Smokies Welcome Center. Located in Townsend, at 7929 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, this new center is a starting point for visiting the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The center provides information about the park and sells souvenirs, parking tags, and other park-related items.

Jan 17
Cherokee Tribal Council takes ‘significant step’ toward renaming Clingmans Dome

The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Tribal Council has taken a “significant step forward” to renaming Clingmans Dome, according to a statement released by the tribe. The Tribal Council voted unanimously on a resolution to approve the submittal of an application to change the name of Clingmans Dome to “Kuwohi” on January 4.

Dec 27
Gatlinburg 48th annual Christmas parade broadcasts across America

It really is the most wonderful time of the year. And no better way to celebrate the holiday season than a parade in Gatlinburg Tennessee. The 49th annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade kicked off on December 1st down the parkway and viewed by thousands of families from across the U.S.

Dec 24
Where’s Santa? View NORAD’s tracker on Santa in real time

Santa has taken off and he’s on his way to deliver presents just in time for Christmas Day. While he has a long way to go to make it to every home in the world, NORAD keeps track of him all the way. Have you ever wondered how NORAD tracks Santa? Well, NORAD has it down to a science, according to Major General Greg Day with NORAD.

Nov 21
Country Cascades Waterpark Resort | Best resort for kids | Full tour

Located in the heart of Pigeon Forge, Country Cascades Waterpark Resort provides guests with a full-service, modern mountain experience.

Oct 30
America’s largest birds of prey education center opens in Sevier County

The American Eagle Foundation opened it’s new Project Eagle facility on Thursday, bringing to life an education center that has been in the works since 2019.