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Echoes of the empty are the only sound, Voices from the past whisper through the trees, Rustling up the dead leaves drying on the ground, Only oak and hickory growing where a small town used to be. Written about Tennessee’s Ghost Towns.

Ghost Towns Tennessee

Donuts from Blackbird Bakery Donuts in Bristol, TN

Must-Visit Donut Shops in Tennessee

Family posing for a picture at Dickens of a Christmas in Franklin, TN

Places to Take Family Photos

Downtown Fayetteville with Lincoln Theater in the distance

Slawburgers, Whiskey and a Good Time in Fayetteville, Tennessee

An aerial view of Bristol, TN/VA

Vacation to Tennessee's Tri-Cities

Smoky Mountain National Park Sponsored

Explore These Smokies Towns

Bakery in Knoxville - Magpies Bakery

Sweet Treats and Savory Eats Knoxville

Millions of lights at Christmas on the Cumberland in Clarksville, Tennessee.

Christmas Experiences 2025

Explore These 13 Historic Getaways

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