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Massachusetts is filled with awesome places to live, and each town has its own unique appeal. Sometimes, however, you might be looking for something specific when hunting for new digs. Whether you want a town with awesome natural beauty or a town that’s easy on the wallet, Massachusetts can definitely deliver on all counts. Check out this list of some of the state’s best places to live. Note: These towns are not ranked in order of awesomeness, and we definitely know that there are SO many incredible towns in Massachusetts....

Kentucky is full of beautiful lands and incredible waterways that make picture perfect postcards. Amateur and professional photographers alike can find their Zen spot almost anywhere in our incredible state. Not only is the land beautiful, but every 3 months or so it begins to change with the season. Each change is literally a landscaping metamorphosis. The colors blend and change from vibrant bursts of spring colors, to summer shades of vivid green....

It doesn’t matter how far you go from North Dakota, a bit of it will always be with a true North Dakotan. There are just some habits we cannot shake no matter what. They may make some out-of-staters give that North Dakotan some funny looks, but it’s just who they are. Here are 10 of those traits that are truly Peace Garden State: Storm watching from the front porch. Jenny W/Flickr What can we say?...

Tacos are one of the great gifts that God gave us mere mortals here on earth. They’re pretty much perfect which is why we had to pull together a quick list of solid Tennessee spots if you’re looking to enjoy a bout of taco-rich goodness this summer. Soccer Taco - Knoxville Soccer Taco - TripAdvisor It may be a chain, but Knoxvillians swear by Soccer Taco. The quality is great and the service is fast which means we’ll be coming back again and again....

Whether you’re a novice or master fisherman, you’ll find lots of great fishing spots in the Sooner State to cast your line. With over one million surface acres of water to choose from, the question becomes where is the best place to go? Well, grab your pole because we found 11 amazing fishing spots to visit in Oklahoma: Lake Texoma Reed George/Flickr One of the nation’s premier inland striped bass fisheries is Lake Texoma....

So you’re one of those house flippers who purchases property and – using your innate creativity and fortitude – turns it into someone’s dream house? If you’re not a flipper, do you want to find a place to start? Check out these fixer-uppers around Arkansas that are going for less than $10,000, and maybe you can be the next home improvement guru who strikes gold with these properties! Paragould Zillow This fixer-upper house is located in a floodway at 705 East Hunt Street....

They say the closer we get to something the harder it is to see. Northern California is famous for a lot of things: redwood trees, our breezy ocean coastline, the Golden Gate Bridge. But there are dozens of things you may not know about this gorgeous part of our state. We promise you’ll be amazed at a few of these! Mt. Whitney flickr/Naotake Murayama At an amazingly awesome 14,494 feet, Mt....

Let’s face it, despite being one state that needs both the North and South sectors to get along for the sake of our economy and infrastructure, we sure don’t agree on many things. If you travel to one part of the state after spending time in the other, you’ll find a completely different culture and way of life. Up here in Northern California, we’re proud of our differences from the lower half of the state....

The Atlantic City Boardwalk definitely ranks among the best boardwalks in the world. Originally built in 1870, it was the first boardwalk in America, and it currently spans over 4 miles, making it the longest boardwalk in existence. Prior to a destructive 1944 hurricane it came in at a whopping 7 miles, running through Ventnor and Margate. From shopping to dining and entertainment, the Atlantic City Boardwalk has so much to offer....

Are you longing to take a break from your current life? Perhaps to get away to a place where…everybody knows your name? (Cue “Cheers” theme song.) Whether you’re looking for a short vacation escape or scenery for a new life, you will want to check out these small towns in Arizona. Each has a population less than 2,000 (because who has the time to memorize more than 2,000 names?) and offer that small town ambiance you just might be looking for....

Nebraska is a pretty great place to grow up. Most parts of the state are safe enough that kids are free to run around and have adventures without fear. But kids are also busy learning some pretty important lessons. Just about everyone who grew up here can attest to these 15 simple lessons we learned while we were growing up. In the winter, always budget in an extra 10 minutes before you have to leave....

Part of growing up a Floridian, for me anyway, was going somewhere else in the country like the Northeast or Midwest, or even a Southern state for the first time and realizing you don’t know what all these weirdos are talking about. I have a hard time thinking of any slang that’s unique to all of Florida, not just one part, like Miami or some of the northern areas, but maybe y’all (or you guys) can think of some....

(For a complete listing of Fourth of July 2017 fireworks shows, click here.) Who doesn’t enjoy going to a good fireworks show? During the month of July, some of the legal restrictions on fireworks are lifted, so you can really enjoy them. Here are 21 different shows happening all around the state for you to consider checking out. 1. Regions Bank Freedom Blast WikiMedia Commons Starts on July 4 at 9:45, in Indianapolis on top of the Regions Bank Tower....

We’re all looking forward to a fresh start in the new year, but it’s always fun to look back a few decades to reflect on how far we’ve come. These 34 photos of Minneapolis from the 1930s show off a whole different world from the one we know (and love) today, and they paint an amazing picture of what life was like more than 80 years ago! The Gateway District has always been a center of activity in the city, but it looked a whole lot different back then!...

When it comes to beating the summer heat, waterparks are a great place to be. A variety of waterparks are located in, or near Tampa, Florida, and they’re perfect for the entire family. Water slides, lazy rivers, splash zones and wave pools are just a few of the fun attractions at these Tampa-area waterparks. Listed below are five amazing waterparks that are located in, or near, Tampa. Adventure Island yelp/Adventure Island This 30-acre waterpark is located across the street from Busch Gardens and offers several amazing attractions, including Aruba Tuba, Colossal Curl, Rambling Bayou and Endless Surf - Adventure Island’s awesome 17,000-square-foot wave pool....

Biking is such a lovely way to take in the beautiful sites found all over the state. Lucky for us, Little Rhody has no shortage of outstanding biking paths. Here are 6 beautiful bike trails in Rhode Island to enjoy across the state. East Bay Bike Path Flickr/rik-shaw Flickr/zhelen The East Bay Bike Path spans more than 14 miles from India Point Park in Providence to Independence Park in Bristol. Not only is this bike path a useful addition to the state connecting various towns and neighborhoods, but also boasts beautiful and diverse views....

Clip clap. Clip clap. Sit back and listen to the melodic rhythm of the horses’ hooves clicking against the pavement as an old-fashioned carriage slowly carries you on a picturesque ride. These six horse drawn carriage rides in Pennsylvania promise an unforgettable experience filled with magic and nostalgia. Victorian Carriage Company – 2190 Emmitsburg Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325 Facebook/Victorian Carriage Company Embark on a truly unique tour aboard a horse drawn carriage ride with Victorian Carriage Company....

Most people have seen, watched, and cringed in horror at the gastrointestinal exploits of Adam Richman on the hit show “Man v. Food.” And like the foodie you are, you’ve probably thought about downing a burrito the size of a child or a European car-sized pizza yourself just for the bragging rights. Today, we have the definitive list of Idaho’s spiciest, craziest, and preposterously over-sized eating challenges where the prizes range from cold, hard cash, to glorious international fame (or statewide, anyways)....

There’s plenty to do in West Virginia’s cities, but sometimes you want a more laid back place to visit. Here are some West Virginia towns that are worth a trip when you want to get away from it all. Beverly Rich Mountain Battlefield/Facebook Civil War enthusiasts will enjoy a visit to this small town, with several historic buildings and the Beverly Heritage Center in town, and the Rich Mountain Battlefield nearby....

There are a lot foods that Illinois is known for, but what about the restaurants that make them famous? Known and loved for decades, these hole-in-the-wall diners and dives (and some better known chains) are legacies to everyone who knows their names. From pizza to Italian beef, here are all the best places to get your favorite eats. Gene & Jude’s Facebook/Chicagos Gene & Judes Hot Dogs Since 1946 Facebook/Chicagos Gene & Judes Hot Dogs Since 1946 This award-winning red hots stand has been serving up dogs since 1946....