A hiker’s recent death along the Blue Ridge Parkway is raising new concerns about staffing shortfalls and public safety on one of the country’s most visited national park units. Jie Huang ...

A man died April 18 after falling into waters along the Blue Ridge Parkway, according to an April 19 news release from the National Park Service. The hiker, identified as Jie Huang, 40 ...

North Carolina is packed with a diverse geography and close to major travel destinations, which makes it a great launchpad ...

NC/Va. (WDBJ) - During the week of April 19 to 27, 2025, the Blue Ridge Parkway will host over one-dozen ranger-led programs to celebrate National Park Week and encourage park neighbors and ...

Tropical Storm Helene caused significant damage to the Blue Ridge Parkway, leading to closures and a repair cost estimated between $1 billion and $2 billion. While some areas remain closed due to ...

Blue Ridge Parkway leaders are slated to provide an update on storm recovery efforts following the significant damage caused by Hurricane Helene. A virtual briefing will be held Friday morning to ...

A hiker died along the Blue Ridge Parkway after falling off a path and into a body of water on Friday. National Park Service rangers responded to waters near Boone Fork Trail near Blowing Rock ...