Two-tank trip takes Western Pennsylvanians to hobbit resort built by Penn State grad

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. It’s an eight-hour, 500-mile drive from Pittsburgh, but for fans of “Lord of the Rings” and “Harry ...
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The Ghostly Side of Edinburgh: Haunted Castles, Underground Vaults & Murder Sites

Edinburgh brims with paranormal history worth exploring any season. Haunted castles, eerie vaults, and ghost stories await you.
The Indianapolis Star

How long will Great Smoky Mountains stay open during the shutdown? At least another week

Even as the federal government shutdown shows no sign of ending, Great Smoky Mountains National Park will continue to be fully operational for another 10 days thanks to more money from state and local ...
AZ Central

With the Smokies open during shutdown, retired park ranger worries about 'mixed message'

A federal government shutdown has threatened access to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Outside funding from local governments and groups is keeping the park partially open, but only temporarily.