Burn operations may occur between March 6 and April 1 in several fields of Cades Cove. A release from GSMNP originally said the prescribed burns were taking place on Feb. 13 to March 3.

Initially, vehicle-free days were set to begin every Wednesday from May 7 to Sept. 24, as listed on the park's website.

The Cades Cove Homeowners Association in Southport sought permission to install a gate and restrict public access to their community. Residents in favor of the gate cited concerns about speeding ...