As of the end of 2025, more than 97% of the state-maintained roads damaged by Helene have reopened. Residents who live near ...

Like many Western North Carolina communities, the town of Saluda, located just 35 miles south of Asheville, experienced unimaginable devastation in the wake of Hurricane Helene in September 2024—with ...

The Saluda Grade Trail project has received its first major grant toward the purchase of the trail corridor and development in North Carolina. The Polk County Community Foundation has pledged $250,000 ...

More funding is earmarked for the Saluda Grade Trail to convert 31.5 miles of the old train tracks into a recreation trail running from the Upstate into the mountains of western North Carolina. That's ...

For a town with a population of less than 800 people, there sure is a heck of a lot to do in and around Saluda, North Carolina. Whether you are looking for stunning waterfall hikes, a great meal or a ...

The Saluda Grade Trail project, a 31-mile stretch between South Carolina and North Carolina, would be an “extraordinary recreational amenity” for the region, according to the executive director of ...

Saluda is surrounded by forests, hills, and mountain views that are perfect for anyone who loves the outdoors. Whether you enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, or simply being in nature, you’ll find plenty ...

North Carolina has diverse landscapes that attract nearly 40 million visitors each year, making it the fifth-most visited state in the U.S. Aside from having some of the most beautiful beach towns in ...

Zebulon, North Carolina, a small city of about 10,000 people, has remarkable attractions. Visitors can enjoy the Zebulon ...