Due to the impacts of Hurricane Helene, WRAL meteorologist Elizabeth Gardner said North Carolina’s mountain areas would likely not be ready for visitors until after the fall foliage season.

A lot of things and places have been closed, rescheduled and changed post-Tropical Storm Helene but some areas in Henderson County are getting back to normal, with fall festivals and other events ...

If you are looking for a cute and friendly place in North Carolina, head to the "city of four seasons" for quirky museums and year-round activities and fun.