WorldAtlas named seven Western North Carolina towns among the nine most scenic in the state. The towns are Blowing Rock, Bryson City, Highlands, Lake Lure, Saluda, Banner Elk and Hot Springs.

This funding will address aging infrastructure and improve public health for communities large and small," NCDEQ Secretary ...

Departing from Bryson City, the Tuckasegee River Excursion stops at Dillsboro for an hour and 20 minutes, bringing in travelers eager to shop at the town's arts and crafts stores.

A new roundup of 10Best Readers' Choice lists covering outdoor adventures included several options right here in Western NC. Here's where.