The spider was first seen in the park on Oct. 17, and again more recently. Both sightings were reported in Cades Cove.

From a small town full of seasonal fun to a mountain getaway with its own Polar Express, here's where to spend winter in ...

An 11-mile section of the road opened Wednesday near Asheville, between U.S. 70 and N.C. 191 near the N.C. Arboretum. That ...

North Carolina has been a popular destination for Gen Z. As more members of the "zoomer" generation -- born between 1997 and ...

At least two invasive Joro spiders have been spotted in Cades Cove, a Great Smoky Mountains National Park spokesperson ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park recorded its first joro spider sighting on Oct. 17. The spider was found in Cades Cove in ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the most popular, and right next door in Gatlinburg is an adventure park that's ...

It's not surprising the strikingly large, colorful spiders native to Asia have reached the national park. What does it mean for the native ecosystem?

If you're planning a trip to the Blue Ridge Mountains in 2025, make sure to stop and explore these amazing hiking trails.

About 15 miles from Asheville, North Carolina, smaller but equally energetic Black Mountain is ready for its day in the sun.

At the Bantam Chef drive-thru and restaurant in Marion, North Carolina, patrons were enjoying ... It needs to be reread." "I feel great," she beamed as she passed coffee through the window.

The Monday, Nov. 4, Buncombe County Helene recovery briefing covered a water system update, sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway reopening, trash and debris collection and more. Also included were daily ...