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Heavy rain, flooding, and a rock slide have closed a section of I-40 in the Great Smoky Mountains, causing ongoing disruptions and requiring long-term repairs to stabilize the damaged highway, with no reopening timeline specified.
Dolly Parton's second resort, Dollywood's HeartSong Lodge & Resort, has officially opened in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The 302-room lodge, located near Dollywood and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, offers a family-oriented, mountain lodge-themed experience. The resort features various room options, including suites with bunk beds and balconies, as well as amenities such as pools, dining options, and event spaces. Dolly Parton also announced upcoming changes to her first resort, Dollywood's DreamMore Resort & Spa.
The author reflects on the first week of her thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail, specifically her experience in the Smoky Mountains. She recounts miscommunications with her hiking partner, the heightened sense of smell, and meeting friendly hikers along the way. Despite feeling homesick and missing the comforts of her "real life," she is grateful to be on the trail and continues forward.