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Nebraska is just full of fun secrets. It’s such a big state that people in one part can go an entire lifetime without knowing about the fun things hiding in another part. Those who live near these “secrets” will be familiar with them, but if you live far away these may come as a total surprise. The Nebraska Baseball Hall of Fame, Beatrice Nebraska Baseball Hall of Fame This unique museum is dedicated to the significant contributions that Nebraskans have made to the sport of baseball....

Ready for a West Virginia history lesson? The state has a lot of interesting history. Here’s just a little bit of it. How much of this did you know? In 1859, John Brown, an abolitionist, led a raid on a national armory at Harpers Ferry because he was trying to arm a planned slave rebellion. He was ultimately tried at the Jefferson County Courthouse and hanged. Thomas Hovenden Romney, W.Va. was the home of the youngest soldier to enlist in World War I....

Between jobs, a new location, even making a new friend group – we’ve all had the experience of being the ‘newbie.’ While you surely learn as you go, sometimes that friend or coworker that gives you the inside scoop prior to those lessons is most valuable. While many have their outside ideas on how the Tar Heel state operates, it’s best to get advice from a true native and remember these 15 things....

Ahhh, beachfront dining. Is there anything better during the summer than enjoying great food and cold drinks by the water’s edge? We don’t think so. Whether it’s along the ocean on New Hampshire’s short coastline, or by a beach on one of our many lakes, New Hampshire has many beachfront dining options that will fill your belly and your heart and soul. Here are 7 beachfront restaurants in New Hampshire that are out of this world....

There is no end to the places you can explore in South Dakota. If this warm spring weather has you itching for an adventure, these are the places you must visit. With 8 places on the list located throughout South Dakota, this list of adventures should last you all summer! Gitchi Manitou Vorasine Vince Phrommany / Facebook Photon Imagery / Facebook Located on the South Dakota and Iowa border, this Natural Preserve is the stuff adventures are made of....

Western New Yorkers are in desperate need to recover from our winter blues. With spring break around the corner, plenty of us flock to the beaches down south to enjoy a little fun in the sun. If you’re not fortunate enough to fly to warmer weather, don’t fret! There are several great trips to take within an hour’s drive of Buffalo that are worthy of a stay-cation. Here are our top nine:...

Don’t you hate it when folks from out of state question our culinary traditions? They’ll ask questions like, “what is Michigan even known for? You don’t have an official cuisine, do you?” Or, oh, “it’s just the Midwest and nothing really interesting comes out of the Midwest, does it?” Well, you can put those doubts to rest by showing them just what kind of dishes are on just about every Michiganders’ foodie list from the time they are born....

Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa is said to have some of the most intriguing and creepy paranormal activity of any place in the state. Read on to find our famous Iowa ghosts. With over 1220 beds, Friley residence hall on the Iowa State University campus is one of the largest in the country. In fact, most ISU students have at least one story about getting lost in its massive network of windowless corridors....

Does your mouth start watering uncontrollably when you think about indulging in a slice of pie? If so, you’ll definitely want to stop by one (or all) of these highly rated spots here in the Northwest where you can find both sweet and savory baked goods: The Pie Goddess, Enumclaw Yelp / RM Yelp / Michele T. Pictured is their flavorful Peanut Butter Pie, one of many addicting options at this small and charming shop located on Griffin Avenue, just around the corner from the local library....

Delaware is full of amazing bakeshops, such as Serpe’s, Sweeny’s and Cannon’s Cakes. However, one little shop right on Main Street in Newark is not only Delaware’s oldest bakery, but it continually wins “Best Of” awards from area publications, and has a nearly perfect 4.8-out-of-5.0 star rating (with over 200 reviews!) on Facebook. There are so many reasons that Bing’s is so loved, and if you stop in for a treat, you’ll find out how this little mom and pop bakery has been going strong for over 70 years....

Tucked away on a scenic mountain road in the northwestern corner of the Palmetto State is a little known restaurant. It’s located in a part of the Sumter National Forest that touches the borders of both Georgia and North Carolina. Not only is the restaurant beautiful, but it’s located near some very picturesque natural attractions, delivering outrageous mountain views, stunning waterfalls and lakes. Let’s take a closer look. Google Maps [streetview] Mountain Rest is a small community located in the mountains of the Upstate approximately 7 miles from the Georgia border....

If there’s one thing that all of our residents can agree on, it’s that we live in one of the most beautiful states you’ll ever lay your eyes on. Home to the highest elevations in our country, visitors from all over are drawn in to our state to explore our astounding mountains. While any one of our trails are worth taking an adventure to, there’s one wilderness area in Colorado that you should absolutely cross off of your bucket list if you haven’t already visited....

Are you ready to explore some of Louisiana’s most amazing small towns on the road trip of your life? We’ve chosen some of the most beautiful and charming small towns in Louisiana and we just know that you are going to fall in love with them. Here’s an awesome road trip you will love! So take a day or two to explore some of the most beautiful small towns in Louisiana....

Even though Delaware’s a tiny state, there are plenty of scenic routes to take when you’re looking to go for a drive. With six National Scenic Byways and countless country roads, driving aimlessly through New Castle, Kent, and Sussex County is sure to bring you to a beautiful viewpoint that you’ve never seen before. So go ahead, take the long way home. Nanticoke Heritage Byway Flickr / Lee Cannon This scenic byway will take you through winding roads in Sussex County....

One thing that Washington DC has in spades is incredible history. It often feels like you can’t walk half a block without tripping over a historic site here in DC. When it came to finding historic neighborhoods, we had plenty to choose from but we decided to find a few that might surprise you. Here are eight historic neighborhoods in DC you need to visit. Brightwood Flickr/Mr.TinDC Brightwood is a neighborhood in the northwestern quadrant of Washington DC....

A man can’t die twice, right? On November 18, 1970, a fire broke out in a barn in Nashville, Indiana. Volunteer firemen from the small community struggled to contain the flames, but once extinguished, firefighters found (what remained of) a smoking body in the ashes. The body had no arms or legs and was found with a shotgun laid across its chest. The body was identified as Clarence Roberts. Image: CC0 / Pexels...

Florida has some of the best camping and the most beautiful state parks in the country. Don’t believe us? Check these out. Blue Spring State Park Flickr/Jim Brekke Flickr/Katy Warner This park in Orange City is a popular spot to see manatees (mid-November through March) and other wildlife for both natives and tourists. Admission is $6 per vehicle, and a campsite will cost you $24.00 per night, plus tax. Florida State Parks also add a $6....

Thrift store shopping can be tons of fun. You never know what you’ll find and what amazing deals you’ll be able to snag! And on top of that, a lot of them support good causes. North Dakota has a ton of thrift stores with plenty of opportunities to get an incredible price for treasures just waiting to be discovered. Repeat Boutique - Fargo Repeat Boutique/Facebook Repeat Boutique has everything you’d want in the perfect thrift store....

Sometimes we need to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life in order to explore Alabama’s natural scenic places. From nature preserves and wildlife refuges, to rivers and lakes, Alabama’s natural scenic beauty doesn’t disappoint. Listed below are 10 of Alabama’s most natural scenic places that’ll offer you a peaceful escape from the busyness of everyday life. Hays Nature Preserve - Owens Cross Roads yelp/Peter S. Hays Nature Preserve is a little-known oasis that’s located on the outskirts of Huntsville....

If you love seeking out all sorts of treasures while also scoring some great deals, then you’ll want to take a look at these 10 thrift stores in Southern California that are brimming with some incredible finds. Whether you’re hunting for vintage clothes, shopping for household goods, or just looking for an item with a bit of history, then you’ll want to take some time out do a little shopping at one of these SoCal thrift stores....