Banner Elk, NC, is a mountain resort town just 75 miles north of Asheville. It has a tiny population of 1,338, approximately less than 1.5% of Asheville's population. Located in the heart of Blue ...

The state’s venomous snakes — including copperheads — do not get high off the ground, Owens said. Copperheads — the venomous snake most likely to be seen around central North Carolina and the Triangle ...

The Opera Box is a natural stone alcove that frames the view like a living painting. It’s the perfect spot for romantic moments or just quiet contemplation of how tiny we are in this big world. South ...

It’s not uncommon for working people in urban areas to have limited access to the outdoors. People of color, in particular, are impacted by disparities in income and time off for recreation ...

North Carolina Democratic Gov. Josh Stein vetoed his first bills on Friday, blocking for now Republican legislation that would let adults carry concealed handguns without a permit and make state ...

A young climber participates in the CSS climbing camp at Ely's Peak. Whether it’s going up or coming down, getting over your fears is a feeling unlike any other.

Visiting Looking Glass Rock You’ll find Looking Glass Rock in Pisgah National Forest, approximately 5.5 miles northwest of Brevard, North Carolina. The trailhead is located on Forest Road 475, about ...

The newest ski area in North Carolina is now getting a mountain bike park. The announcement is the latest step in transforming an aging ski area into a luxury, year-round resort just 35 minutes ...

In a united front against offshore drilling, North Carolina Governor Josh Stein and South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster are staunchly advocating for the continuation of a drilling moratorium ...

1 / 4 Show Caption + Crew members from the 1-130th Attack Battalion, North Carolina Army National Guard, support a static display during the U.S. Army's 250th birthday celebration on the National ...

Adventure-loving woman fell to death climbing in north Wales beauty spot Holly Evans Thu, June 12, 2025, 4:00 PM EDT Maria Eftimova died while climbing and hiking in Snowdonia (Instagram) ...

Aerospace Startup JetZero to Start Building Futuristic Planes in North Carolina JetZero has received investments from United and Alaska to build more fuel-efficient, blended-wing planes By ...