Q: My house was built in 1954. So was my neighbor’s. My neighbor has always kept his fireplace damper closed to conserve heat; I have left mine open, first because it was stuck, then because I had ...

While cozy evenings in front of the fireplace are certainly irresistible, take the time to make sure it is as safe as it is inviting. A 2022 report from the National Fire Protection Association states ...

Recent rain has helped avert a crisis for the thousands of customers served by the Lone Chimney Water District. They've been just days away from running out of water. Monday's rain clouds were a ...

The collapse of a retaining wall Saturday in a parking lot at Chimney Rock State Park forced the state to close the park while the area can be checked, debris cleared and visitor safety assured. There ...