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Who doesn’t love a pile of hot, salty fries? Monsters, that’s who. Everyone else knows that there’s nothing like a heaping side of delicious fries to take a meal from meh to mouthwatering. Luckily, Massachusetts has some french fry heavyweights that are serving up some life-changing fried potatoes. Take a look at some of our favorites. Note: the list is not in order of fry awesomeness. Filos Greek Taverna, Northampton Yelp/Rhonda K....

How lucky are we to live in Hawaii – where we not only have amazing beaches in a plethora of gorgeous colors, but simply stunning hotel pools as well? From sleek infinity pools that appear to slip into the vast Pacific seamlessly and saltwater lagoons, to a pool with both a 150-foot waterslide and a swinging bridge, Hawaii is home to some of the country’s prettiest pools – including these jaw-dropping 12 hotel pools....

Bridges are designed to cross certain obstacles such as impassable terrain or bodies of water. Some bridges lead from the known to the unknown or even into the depths of nature. Here are some intriguing and beautiful bridges full of character and history that you’ll want to cross to see where in Wyoming they will take you. UXU Ranch Bridge Flickr/Erin The UXU Ranch Bridge is located in Cody, Wyoming. This camelback truss bridge leads to the historic UXU dude ranch....

If you’re looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, it’s time to make a beeline for the nearest donut shop. Nothing is quite as good as a warm sugary donut on a rainy day, Monday, or well… any day! In Minnesota, we have so many great choices, and here are some of the best. These places will keep you coming back for their innovative flavors and perfectly prepared (and decorated) donuts!...

As we walk through the streets of Boston, we know we’re traveling along roads and by buildings that existed long before we did; however, viewing historic photos of the city helps the scope of that history to really sink in. All of these photos are well over a century old and provide fascinating glimpses into what life was like in 19th century Boston. This photo, taken in 1869, shows members of the First National Photographic Convention posing in the Public Garden....

Islands in such a landlocked state as Wyoming? Why, yes, Wyoming actually has around 31 named islands with most of them in Jackson Lake and Yellowstone Lake. Here are some islands worth exploring while you are out in the canoe, kayak, or even boating, however, only two lakes in Wyoming allow motor boats. Jackson Lake has 11 islands. By EnLorax G. Edward Johnson - Own work, CC BY 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=12698274 About 1/3 of the islands in Wyoming are located in Jackson Lake....

It doesn’t need to be Halloween for things to get creepy – especially around Buffalo! With our area’s rich history, it’s no wonder certain spirits like sticking around. If you’re a sucker for a good ghost story and love the thrill and chills they bring, check out these six haunted places in Buffalo. Shea’s Performing Arts Center Diego Dacal - Flickr Here’s a Buffalo 2-for-1! Catch a show and a ghost sighting in one night....

Summer is a season of romance — picnic dates, flowers, and evenings that are cool enough for cuddles but warm enough to watch the sunset are icons of this time of year. Many have fallen in love here, where the Northeast Ohio countryside is acting as the setting for their own personal fairy tale. When it comes time to finally pop the big question, there are countless gorgeous locations that will set the scene for your very own forever after....

Most Missourians are good, hardworking, law abiding citizens. Of course, every society has some folks who break the law, and those people end up in the prison system. The Missouri Department of Corrections has six maximum-security facilities, five medium-security facilities and five minimum-security facilities for male prisoners. It has two facilities for female prisoners. With the exception of those with death sentences, all Missouri prisoners first go to one of five Reception and Diagnostic Center before being assigned to a Correctional Center in which they’ll carry out their sentences....

There are many places located throughout Alabama that are believed to be haunted. Among these haunted places are cemeteries. Listed below are nine of the spookiest cemeteries in Alabama, and they’re not for the faint of heart. Maple Hill Cemetery (Dead Children’s Playground) - Huntsville wikimedia commons/LonelyPilgrim Several hauntings have been reported at Maple Hill Cemetery. For example, many visitors have reported the sounds of a rocker moving back and forth whenever they pass by a particular burial site....

South Carolina is famously popular for all the “proper” southern plantations you’ll find around the state. And while thousands and thousands of visitors flock to Magnolia Plantation each year, it’s still a little known secret that this famous plantation has an add-on tour you can take through a jungle-like swamp. TripAdvisor/TK0083 Having been through the jungle in Central America I’d say there are quite a few similarities. But lets avoid making direct comparisons....

Buffalo has a bit of a knack for nature. Between our beautiful parks and waterfalls, hiking trails, and several native animal species, the 716 is not lacking in sights to see. While many of our best natural attractions are well-known, there is one well-kept secret located south of the city in West Falls. Discover Hawk Creek Wildlife Center, where you can walk with bald eagles, feed porcupines, and get almost-uncomfortably-close with wild animals in their natural habitats....

Michigan often gets a bad rep in terms of its economic stability. But the fact is that some of the richest communities in the country are right here. It has a lot to do with the legacy the automotive industry has had on our nation, a legacy that got its start in the Mitten. Here are 10 of the richest cities in Michigan, based on tax return data aggregated by the IRS....

This small Iowa town has just 785 residents, but it brings in more than 80,000 tourists each year and is responsible for adding more than $9 million to the local economy annually. Walnut is located 1 mile south of Interstate 80, at Exit 46. It’s 85 miles from Des Moines and less than an hour east of Omaha, Nebraska. WalnutIowa.org WalnutIowa.org Walnut was established in 1871. Its original brick streets are lined with historic buildings that are now antique and specialty shops....

States all across our country are currently dealing with intense natural disasters. If you aren’t from around Montana you may be surprised to hear that this summer alone our state has burned over half a million acres. With handfuls of wildfires still burning, here’s the latest information and what you should know about what’s currently happening in the Treasure State. With over 655,000 acres already burned up in Montana this summer and over 20 fires still currently active, hearts are breaking across our entire state....

It doesn’t have to be Tuesday to enjoy a good taco, and Illinois has many great places to get one. There’s a trail of restaurants selling delicious tacos in the southern portion of the state, and you have to check it out. Forget fastfood chains and try the authentic cuisine at these wonderful places. Keep reading for all the details. With a travel time just under two hours, you can make a whole afternoon of taco binging along this amazing trail....

The year 2015 was a big year for Louisiana, no question. After all that has happened, it’s hard to think about what could be coming down the pipe for 2016. Here’s a look at some of the biggest and most wacky news stories of the year! Elected a democrat to governor’s seat. Our governor’s race captured the imagination of the nation as David Vitter, heavily favorited, lost to John Bel Edwards....

New Jersey has hundreds of hidden secrets, from secluded gardens to abandoned asylums, and there’s nothing more fun than discovering somewhere new to explore. While we do want to be respectful of any place we visit and want to be aware of any safety/security restrictions, it’s always exciting to learn about one of our more mysterious spots… like this abandoned railroad tunnel tucked away under Fairview Cemetery. Fairview Cemetery Wikipedia/hudconja Also known as Fairview Memorial Park and Mausoleum, I am referring to the burial ground in Fairview (Bergen County) - not to be confused with the Fairview Cemetery in Westfield....

Summer isn’t over. There’s still time for an incredible Tiki Tour of Iowa’s most popular party spot. The Kon-Tiki is Okoboji Boat Works’ newest and largest party barge. Cruise the lake with 70 of your closest friends in the ultimate party vessel. Parks Marina Website Mike Spencer and Brady Parks created this amazing cruise boat and this is its first summer on the water. It’s the Parks Marina’s ninth cruise boat creation....

Beloved, hated, misunderstood; there are plenty of famous people who have passed through Arizona lands over the years. Many have also died on Arizona soil, though not all were buried here. If you’re curious about some of the people who lived and died in our state, check out this short list. Cochise, 1874 Hilton Lieberum/Flickr A military leader among the Chiricahua Apaches, he led an uprising against the Americans after rising tensions between the two groups....