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Mule team celebrates 50 years of contribution in Smoky Mountains

Mule team celebrates 50 years of contribution in Smoky Mountains

  • Holly Kays Asheville Citizen Times

At their golden jubilee, the mules got an original song in their honor and a horseshoe-shaped cake of apples, oats, carrots and flaxseed.

Photos: Scenes from the Great American State Fair

Photos: Scenes from the Great American State Fair

  • Reuters
61.4M expected to drive for July 4, despite costs. See the worst times

61.4M expected to drive for July 4, despite costs. See the worst times

  • Kathleen Wong USA Today

Despite rising travel costs, Americans still will pack their bags for July 4 getaways.

You can soon explore underneath the Lincoln Memorial

You can soon explore underneath the Lincoln Memorial

  • Mike Stunson USA Today Network

For the first time in more than 100 years, the space beneath one of Washington's most iconic landmarks will open to the public.

Crews battle algae bloom in Washington's newly repainted Reflecting Pool

Crews battle algae bloom in Washington's newly repainted Reflecting Pool

  • Ryan Patrick Jones Reuters

Drastic measures are being taken to remove green algae filling the pool just days after multimillion-dollar renovations were completed.

For America's 250th birthday, consider a trip through US history

For America's 250th birthday, consider a trip through US history

  • Kathryn Pomroy Kiplinger Consumer News Service

Here are seven standout destinations that make history fun and unforgettable.

Why the Hoover Dam removed its American flag weeks before USA's 250th

Why the Hoover Dam removed its American flag weeks before USA's 250th

  • Greta Cross USA TODAY

The large American flag at the Hoover Dam, hung for America 250, has been temporarily removed for repairs.

'It's insulting.' Why some Canadians are avoiding the US

'It's insulting.' Why some Canadians are avoiding the US

    Canadians were once the U.S.'s largest group of international travelers, but recent data shows a shift as some turn away from the U.S.

    Trump to build Lincoln Memorial promenade as part of Washington revamp

    Trump to build Lincoln Memorial promenade as part of Washington revamp

      In a related development, a planning commission advanced his plan for a 250-foot Triumphal Arch across the Potomac River from the memorial.

      Costlier flights, hotels divide US summer travel into haves and have-nots

      Costlier flights, hotels divide US summer travel into haves and have-nots

        The trend underscores a growing divide in what had been a resilient post-pandemic travel rebound, another example of a so-called K-shaped economy.

        More gasoline price shocks might hit US drivers this summer travel season

        More gasoline price shocks might hit US drivers this summer travel season

          Millions of travelers hit the road for the Memorial Day holiday weekend, even as households grapple with higher energy costs.

          Cruise outbreaks are making headlines. Are ships a breeding ground?

          Cruise outbreaks are making headlines. Are ships a breeding ground?

            One viral outbreak on a cruise ship was already commanding worldwide attention in recent weeks when health officials reported another on a separate vessel.

            How Spirit Airlines' collapse will affect the travel industry

            How Spirit Airlines' collapse will affect the travel industry

              When the low-cost Spirit Airlines ceased operations May 2, it created an opening for other carriers to grow. Here’s what analysts say likely will happen.

              Transportation secretary promotes travel in new show about family road trip

              Transportation secretary promotes travel in new show about family road trip

                Democrats painted the series as a free extended vacation for the Duffys and pointed out rising gas prices tied to the war in Iran.

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                Movies & Television

                Review: Monsters don’t live up to Minions in new film

                Review: Monsters don’t live up to Minions in new film

                Back to the ‘Prairie’: New ‘Little House’ offers grittier portrait of prairie life

                Back to the ‘Prairie’: New ‘Little House’ offers grittier portrait of prairie life

                2026 Emmy nominations: See the full list of nominees

                2026 Emmy nominations: See the full list of nominees

                Looking for some summer fun? Visit a drive-in theater! | Streamed & Screened podcast

                Looking for some summer fun? Visit a drive-in theater! | Streamed & Screened podcast

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                Run every day? Give those sneakers a break!

                Run every day? Give those sneakers a break!

                Get Healthy. Changing your regular running routine every now and then doesn’t just offer variety, it can be good for your body, mind and soul

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                Get Healthy Eat Well: 7 shocking sources of hidden sugars

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                Winter Risk Index: How Seasonal Weather Increases Senior Injury Rates

                Provided content. Each winter, slip-and-fall hospitalizations among Canadian seniors rise sharply. Explore the data behind seasonal injury risk, who is most vulnerable, and what older adults can do to stay safe.

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                Handling a Car Accident In and Outside of Franklin County

                Handling a Car Accident In and Outside of Franklin County

                Contributor content. After an accident, missing critical deadlines may have an impact on one’s health and ability to successfully file an insurance claim. 

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                Tornado Season and Your HVAC: A Midwest Homeowner's Recovery Guide

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                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Buying things takes less time these days — you can have your week’s groceries, a new outfit and a used car headed to your front door in a matter of hours, thanks to technology. But this convenience comes with a price. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals fewer people are shopping on...

                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Now that grocery inflation seems to have eased, retailers are clamoring to offer more and better discounts that will get shoppers back to their stores this summer. With an announcement Wednesday, Walgreens joined a growing list of national brands, which also includes Target and Amazon Fresh, that are touting price cuts on an array of...

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