Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Country Singer Brett Eldredge Encounters Bear In Garage

A video posted on Instagram shows the bear pulling the bin away from a garage wall, turning it over and trying to pry it open.
By AP

National Park Service Celebrates Its Crappiest Attraction: Rolling Balls Of Poop

Great Smoky Mountains National Park explains its ickiest "mystery."
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Workers Remain Skeptical After Shutdown Temporarily Ends

President Donald Trump signed a short-term deal Friday to end the partial government shutdown.
By Amy Forliti, AP

Welcome Back: Some National Parks Open To Visitors Post-Shutdown

One day after a partial government shutdown came to an end, park rangers were able to greet visitors.
By Amy Forliti, AP

Shutdown Takes The Twinkle Out Of National Christmas Tree

Resolving the impasse seems unlikely before Thursday, when the House and Senate return.
By Ellen Knickmeyer and Calvin Woodward, Associated Press

The 11 Most Scenic Train Rides In The U.S.

The little engines you should.
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