The crowd-attracting corpse flower plant is known for its powerful stench and huge blooms. Mongo, a 12-year-old corpse flower, finally bloomed at Appalachian State University on Nov. 24.

MOBILE, Ala. (AP) Michael Flowers had a season-high 31 points as South Alabama beat Appalachian State 73-64 on Friday night.

Held the second weekend of July, the annual Lilyfest gives people a space to showcase their crafts and connect with nature.