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Dining Around Downtown Newport, Tennessee

Tucked along the Pigeon River in East Tennessee, downtown Newport, Tennessee, offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and authentic local flavor. Whether you’re exploring the Smoky Mountains, road-tripping along I-40, or planning a weekend getaway, Newport’s growing food scene is full of places worth slowing down for.

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A&I Fair- A Timeless Tradition in Cocke County

Every summer since 1948, the A&I Fair honors the past, present, and future of agricultural industry in Cocke County.

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Newport: A City History Shaped by Transportation

Nestled on the north side of the Great Smoky Mountains is the quiet city of Newport Tennessee. Bordered by rivers, a train track, and divided by a state and federal highway, the city can be easily overlooked. But a glance into its past reveals a historic era from the late 1700’s forward worth exploring.

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Day trippin’ in Cocke County TN- Parrotsville

Cocke County is filled with historic sites to see such as the Swaggerty Fort in Parrottsville.

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Newport Harvest Street Festival Oct. 4-5, 2025: Harvesting Memories

Bringing with it an atmosphere of nostalgia and a chance to create new memories, the Newport Harvest Street Festival has for 38 years served as a premier East Tennessee community celebration event

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Vacation in the Smokies- Your Planning Starts Here

The Great Smoky Mountain National Park is one of the most visited parks in the US, but did you know that the national forests and public lands surrounding GSMP offer an abundance of trails, waterfalls, camping, and pet-friendly options away from the more crowded trails and heavy traffic on the roads?  Planning your vacation?  Start here in the Gateway to the Smokies.

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