The July 4th holiday falls on Friday this year. Plan your holiday fun with this listing of festivals and fireworks shows across WNC.

After woeful federal and state assessments of problems with social services in NC, child welfare reforms may put teeth into state oversight.

In Western North Carolina, rockhounds have plenty of opportunities to dig for gems, if they don’t mind getting a little dirty, and maybe a little wet.

Looking for a fun way to spend a summer day in Montgomery without spending a dollar?

The Montgomery Advertiser is offering eight free or cheap fun things for adults to do in the Montgomery area this summer. Visit the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts ...

Worry not. The Montgomery Advertiser is offering eight free or cheap fun things for adults to do in the Montgomery area this summer. Visit the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts Where: 1 Museum Drive ...