Extension to keep Smokies open through Oct. 19 during government shutdown
KODAK, Tenn. (Oct. 8, 2025) – Sevier County has announced a nine-day extension to the agreement that will keep Great[…]
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- For more than 20 years, Friends of the Smokies has raised more than $47 million to help preserve and protect Great Smoky Mountains National Park by raising funds and awareness and providing volunteers for needed projects. Find out more at www.friendsofthesmokies.org
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Friends helps fully reopen Smokies Oct. 4-10 during government shutdown
KODAK, Tenn. (Oct. 3, 2025) – The nonprofit Friends of the Smokies will help pay to fully reopen Great Smoky[…]
Prescribed fires preserve and rejuvenate Cades Cove
by Jim Matheny Millions of visitors enjoyed the lush green landscape of Cades Cove throughout the spring and summer of[…]