Finding good schools for your children is a very important factor in choosing where to live for most parents. So we looked to a web site called SchoolDigger for a ranking cities in Florida with the best schools. The ranking is determined by their “rank score,” which uses testing data from 2014 to 2015 to determine a percentile for the city’s schools. So, for example, if a school scored a 0....
Gas stations and food…unless you’re talking about the occasional road trip snack, these two topics don’t really go hand in hand. Surprisingly, here in Virginia, you might be surprised to learn that a handful of fine eateries were once functioning gas stations. Here are five examples that should be promptly added to your dining bucket list: The Art of Coffee (Montross) The Art of Coffee Art C./Yelp This former gas station has since been converted into a beautiful art gallery and coffee house....
Kentucky has a lot of German ancestry, especially along the Ohio River. In fact, by the 1850s, Louisville’s population was 35 percent German. Cincinnati’s early settlers were also heavily German, meaning the towns across the river in northern Kentucky, such as Newport and Covington, also have German roots. This means that there are some pretty delicious and authentic German restaurants still in Kentucky today. Here are 9 of them. Eiderdown, Louisville Yelp/Kelly P....
How many of you read the headline of this article and had ten different towns come to mind? We wouldn’t be surprised because Maine’s small towns are some of the best in New England. Mainers have long known that we have some special places, but travel website, Matador, recently agreed. The travel website recently named this town to their 2017 list of the world’s best towns to visit! Read on for why!...
I’ve had cause to have conversations with a few transplants to our beautiful state, and I’m here to report that you would not believe the things that astound and astonish them about our ways. Below you’ll find 10 things that people from other places find a little disconcerting. Perhaps next time you meet someone from elsewhere, you should send them this list, just so they’re aware of how strange it seems to hear, “What do you mean you’ve eaten squirrel?...
Back to school stuff (seriously?!) is creeping into our stores and ads, and we are making a mad dash to cross some stuff off of our bucket lists. But if you’ve delayed doing something fun this summer because of cash flow, don’t worry. There are loads of things to do in Wisconsin that don’t cost a ton of money. Here are 10 (cheap) ideas. Apostle Islands (Bayfield) Jim Sorbie/Flickr For natural beauty like this, you’d think you would be looking at extremely high costs....
Warning: If you absolutely hate Christmas, I mean, really hate it, then you should definitely not read this list. But if you enjoy all the warmness that comes with the holiday season, then I encourage you to check out these small towns and big cities in Missouri who love to celebrate the holidays more than most. Warrensburg Warrensburg Main Street Inc./Facebook If you love Christmas and English literature, than this Christmas town is perfect for you....
Winter is finally coming to an end and that can only mean one thing – it’s time to gear up and get ready for the season of hiking and exploration. Sure the rain can be a downer, but as the snow melts away and the summer months creep up on us, wildlife and wildflowers will start to pop up everywhere making the dreary weather more than worth it. Here are some really great sights and hikes you absolutely must check out once the snow recedes and the trails are safe....
Main streets are the heart and soul of small town America. It’s where you can walk into town and run into someone you know while supporting local businesses. During the holidays, these particular Missouri main streets glitz it up a bit with Christmas lights and other activities. Weston Weston MO Chamber of Commerce/Facebook Weston’s Main Street runs all the way down to the Missouri River. Throughout the month, stores will be decorated inside and out for some cheery holiday shopping....
You know it’s fall when the leaves starts to change colors, Redskins fans get excited for the season, flip flops become abandoned in favor of boots and pumpkin patches, haunted houses and corn mazes pop up all around Washington DC. There’s no better way to spend a crisp fall day then getting lost in one of these 11 awesome corn mazes around Washington DC. Corn Maze in the Plains - 4501 Old Tavern Rd....
Do you enjoy your dinner with a side of history? If so, you are in luck as Kansas is home to numerous restaurants with a fascinating story. We all know about the Historic (and tasty) Hays House and Brookville Hotel, but did you know about these 11 other historic restaurants? Fritz’s Chili (Overland Park) Fritz’s Chili Facebook Fritz’s Chili Facebook What is now Fritz’s was originally Dixon’s; an early 20th-century chili-cart-turned-sit-down-restaurant that became popular not only with the locals, but with Harry Truman as well....
Sure, we’re all familiar with Nevada’s major cities, which include Las Vegas, Reno and Virginia City. However, Nevada is so much more than just those cities. Here are 11 additional cities in Nevada that are worthy of checking out: Mesquite wikimedia commons Located in Clark County, Mesquite is home to a growing retirement community, as well as several casino resorts and golf courses. Winnemucca flickr/Ken Lund Winnemucca, the only incorporated city in Humboldt County, was named after a local 19th-century Paiute who lived in the area at the time....
The natural beauty around the state sometimes gets overshadowed by remarkable things talented humans have created. From innovative bridges to futuristic architecture, these creative and memorable man-made wonders in Oklahoma are worth checking out. SkyDance Bridge, Oklahoma City Travel Aficionado/Flickr Inspired by the state’s bird, the scissor-tailed flycatcher, this landmark bridge is a 380-foot-long pedestrian bridge that hovers over Interstate 40 south of downtown. This sculpture looks enchanting when lit up at night from the LED lights....
Summer is officially just a few weeks away, and now that Idaho is starting to heat up, it’s time to plan your bucket list for the season. But in addition to all the awesome places to go and things to see in the Gem State, there are also just a few things that every Idahoan MUST do in order to make summer complete. Be sure to add these easy, stay-cool activities to your summer road trips and adventures!...
Local growers all over Oklahoma gather weekly to sell their produce directly to the public. In the last decade, they have become a favorite marketing method for many farmers throughout the state, and a weekly ritual for many shoppers. Visitors can find a wide array of fresh produce, salad greens, herbs, honey, watermelons, peaches, farm fresh eggs, meat items, cut flowers or quality made in Oklahoma products. Here are 14 incredible farmers markets in Oklahoma that are a must visit:...
Utah is full of national chain restaurants…but why eat at a generic place when you can choose a local, family-owned or owner-operated restaurant, instead? Mom & pop restaurants usually don’t have large advertising budgets, and their furnishings might not be shiny and new, but the food is always made with care and love. We’ve previously written about 15 restaurants in Utah that are loaded with local history. Here are 15 Mom & Pop restaurants that definitely have a family history!...
Anyone who’s been thinking about moving to Southern California might seriously want to reconsider. Just take a look at these dreadful things we have to put up with here in SoCal. For those of us who already live here, we just want to make sure you know what you’re getting yourself into. You really don’t want to move here. Ever. The weather here is so unpredictable. flickr/pip r lagenta Some days it’s 70 degrees and other days it’s 75....
Southern California has been home to a lot of different theme parks over the years. Some are still around and others eventually closed down. If you grew up in SoCal, it’s likely you have wonderful childhood memories of visiting a few of these theme parks. Whether you went with your family or were hanging out with friends, it’s almost guaranteed that you look back on those days spent at the amusement park with fondness and wonder....
As much as I wish the fall season was already here, I am glad that we Arizonans get just a little more time to enjoy the more traditional summer activities. Swimming in local lakes, hiking in the mountains, getting a nice, crispy burn because you forgot sunscreen; these are all activities that Arizonans get to experience at least a month longer than our friends in other parts of the country....
You can visit the typical Washington DC. You can see where laws are created and eat at fancy restaurants and experience amazing history. But what about the weirder side of DC? Quirky shops, bizarre museums, and creepy memorials and strange artworks are included on this list of the 7 weirdest places you can possibly go in Washington DC. National Museum of Medicine and Health Flickr/Donald West The National Museum of Medicine and Health is a kooky place....
