Floodwaters pushed by remnants of Hurricane Helene have left North Carolina’s largest mountain city isolated by damaged roads and a lack of power and cellphone service.

A capacity crowd of about 10,000 people braved heat and humidity to witness the 70th anniversary of the Newport Jazz Festival, one of the largest music festivals in New England.

Richard Bland shot a 4-under 66 in the final round of the U.S. Senior Open and banged a chip shot off the pin on the fourth playoff hole to win his second straight senior major.

Hiroyuki Fujita held a three-stroke lead with eight holes to play in the final round of the U.S. Senior Open on Sunday when the tournament was postponed because of severe weather at Newport Country Club.

Hiroyuki Fujita shot a 4-under 66 in the second round of the U.S. Senior Open, taking a one-shot lead as he attempts to earn his first victory on American soil.

Frank Bensel turned up a pair of aces on back-to-back holes in the second round of the U.S. Senior Open.

Plunging into a frozen lake and swimming laps may not be everyone’s good time but it is for some winter swimmers.

Community concerns about water safety are growing in Giles County as work on the Mountain Valley Pipeline continues.

If you're looking to get outdoors, head to the New River Valley to pick organic blueberries straight from the bush.

Last summer’s surprise set by Joni Mitchell at the Newport Folk Festival has been turned into a live album.

A childhood memory inspired one man to pursue a passion in the industry of glass blowing and now, he’s giving back to people in the community interested in the art. Parker Stafford, 57, runs his own hot glass studio and gallery at 8685 Virginia Avenue in Newport.

The Newport Folk Festival is known for creating electrifying musical moments, and this weekend it is powering a small stage in part by festival-goers on stationary bikes.

A nationally known Bluegrass band is schedule to perform in Giles County this May to help local youth sports teams. The Lonesome River Band is scheduled to perform in Giles County as part of a benefit concert for Newport baseball and softball teams.

Former tennis star Chris Evert says she was diagnosed with an early stage of ovarian cancer.

Three ocean drones were launched from Rhode Island to travel along the Gulf Stream, collecting data in tough winter conditions that would be challenging for traditional ships with crews.

The city manager in Newport, Rhode Island, is standing by the city police department’s review of the 1966 death of an employee of wealthy heiress Doris Duke.

George Wein, one of the great impresarios of 20th century music who helped found the Newport jazz and folk festivals and set the template for gatherings everywhere from Woodstock to the south of France, has died at 95.

The 1966 death of a longtime employee of wealthy tobacco and power company heiress Doris Duke is coming under renewed scrutiny because of an eyewitness account that has never before been made public.

A Newport man died Sunday after a crash on Route 460 in Giles County, according to Virginia State Police.

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee signed a measure overhauling the state’s approach to drug possession, after the Washington Supreme Court struck down its previous law as unconstitutional.

Thanks to Nathan for sending us today’s Picture of the Day from Newport!

NEWPORT, R.I. – Billie Jean King and the other members of the Original 9 who laid the groundwork for the women’s professional tennis tour are the first group nominated together for the International Tennis Hall of Fame. They join Jonas Bjorkman, Sergi Brugera, Juan Carlos Ferrero, Lleyton Hewitt, Lisa Raymond and the late Dennis Van der Meer on the ballot announced Monday for the Hall’s Class of 2021. That group and Van der Meer, who advocated for a universal teaching method in tennis, were nominated in the Contributor Category. Van der Meer died last year. The full ballot now goes to the official voting group — which includes tennis journalists, historians and Hall of Fame members — and fans can vote online in the Player Category from Oct. 1-25.

New West Records publicist Brady Brock confirmed his death, but did not immediately provide details. Earle was the son of country star Steve Earle. (AP Photo/Joe Giblin, file)NASHVILLE, Tenn. Nashville police said a preliminary investigation into the death of singer-songwriter Justin Townes Earle shows his death was a probable drug overdose. Police spokesman Don Aaron said officers did a welfare check at Earle's home on Sunday where he was found dead. He was the son of country star Steve Earle, although the younger Earle was mostly raised by his single mother, Carol-Ann.

39-year-old Joshua Langfitt of Newport is the countys only professional blacksmith, and one of the few in the region. That skill set transitions into a lot of life I think.Thats why hes working to teach the next generation the trade. In order to teach the next generation, I think it's vitally important because it does keep that craft alive, Langfitt said. While Langfitt admits in todays modern era, there may not be as much of a pressing demand for blacksmithing, he says its an important skill to pass on. Langfitt works full time now as a blacksmith and has his own business, JJL Forge.

The Newport Agricultural Fair, Virginia’s oldest agricultural fair, has been canceled for 2020. Usually held in August, the fair features the best of the community’s agricultural heritage and the beloved Miss Newport pageant. Newport Agricultural Fair Board of Director President Kevin Law made the announcement the 2020 fair would be canceled, only the second time to happen in it’s history. According to an article written by Bill Vincel, during the war years the Newport Fair was cancelled from 1942 to 1946 as all energies were being directed to the war effort. The Fair Board of Directors plans to continue the fair in 2021.

(CNN) - Jennifer Lawrence and Cooke Maroney have officially tied the knot. The Oscar-winning actress' publicist confirmed the marriage to CNN on Sunday. The wedding was held a day before at Belcourt of Newport, a luxurious mansion in Newport, Rhode Island, according to Christy Welder, a representative for the estate. Lawrence and her Manhattan art dealer hubby said their vows in front of 150 guests, including Amy Schumer, Emma Stone, Adele and Kris Jenner, according to People. The bride wore a Dior gown for the celebration, Elle reported.