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Statewide ban on feeding bears sought by TN wildlife officials
Over the last few weeks there have been several bear and human encounters near the Great Smoky Mountains. These encounters are raising the question, are there any laws that prohibit people from feeding bears in Tennessee.
Does Dollywood serve alcohol? Where to find drinks and what to know before your visit this summer
Dollywood can be just as much fun for adults as it is for kids. But there’s one question that often comes up for first-time grown-up visitors: Does Dollywood serve alcohol? The answer is not as straightforward as it might seem, especially since Dolly Parton, the park’s namesake, recently launched her own line of...
Enjoy the July 4th holiday at Guy Fieri’s Downtown Flavortown
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — Celebrate the July 4th holiday at Guy Fieri’s Downtown Flavortown. Mention our July 4th Special Offer and receive an extra $100 Play Credit with a $100 card purchase. Offer is only valid on July 4, 2024. Guy Fieri’s Downtown Flavortown is an impressive 43,000-square-foot...
Gatlinburg's annual Fourth of July Midnight Parade returning for its 49th year
GATLINBURG, Tenn. — A Fourth of July tradition is returning to Gatlinburg this year — the Midnight Parade. Each year, people line up at 11:59 p.m. on July 3 in downtown Gatlinburg and prepare to ring in Independence Day. Just 2 minutes later, at 12:01 a.m. on July 4, the parade kicks off and the Fourth of July begins with cheering crowds and spectacular displays.
Fireworks safety for furry friends
Fourth of July can be a time of great fun and celebration, but it can also be a distressing time for furry friends. With fireworks shooting off and the hustle and bustle of celebration, it can be easy to miss a dog bolting out the door or fence. “July Fourth or New Year’s, any firework-laden holiday that people tend to celebrate with that, it does produce that anxiety in the...
Where to Listen to Live Music this Summer
While Nashville may be Music City, the Peaceful Side of the Smokies is home to a lively—and affordable—music scene. This summer, discover the diversity of Appalachian music, from bluegrass to rock n’ roll, at these upcoming performances. Sunset Series Concert at the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center,...
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