Chimney Rock is taking a step in the right direction ... I mean, that's a huge first step for us to get it open," O'Leary says. TOP STORIES FROM WYFF: Rollercoaster of temperatures continues ...

Chimney Rock will continue to host their annual Groundhog Day celebration, despite the destruction caused by Hurricane Helene in September. Read more: <a href=" ...

Chimney Rock Mayor Peter O'Leary is proud of the progress merchants have made getting storefronts ready to re-open.

Chimney Rock could reopen to the public by Memorial Day. That’s according to the village mayor, who says they’re making progress on reconstruction. Steady progress. That's the scene along Main Street ...

O’Leary said the Chimney Rock park bridge washed out, closing the park. Temporary opening is hoped for soon. At Lake Lure, Moore said stacked debris has been removed.