For a lot of people, one of the deciding factors for choosing a place to live is the quality of the school district in the area. North Dakota has many school districts across the state, but which ones are the best? Niche.com ranked the top school districts in the state based on factors such as academic scores, resources, safety, quality of teachers, and more. We have compiled a list of the top 10, and here they are:...
Are you looking for love in the Crescent City? Well, you aren’t alone. But if you’re just beginning your romantic life here in New Orleans, then there are a few things that you should probably keep in mind. Here are some things you must know about dating someone from New Orleans. Keep these things in mind, and you’re sure to find the right person for your heart. If you arrive at 7pm for a 7pm dinner, have some courtesy and take a walk around the block....
It’s true that cities like Kansas City and Memphis are best known for barbecue. But some southern transplants and barbecue aficionados have brought great barbecue to Illinois. Here are ten of the best barbecue places in Illinois: 17th Street Barbecue (Murphysboro) 17th Street Barbecue/Facebook This place has won all of the accolades you can get, consistently getting voted into the top ten barbecue places in the COUNTRY. Anything is good, but before you even look at the menu, try the ribs....
There is definitely an art to sandwich making, and these Connecticut restaurants have mastered it. Great sandwiches are being served up all around the state, but here are some very loved locations, known for impressing their customers. One of these just might be your new go to lunch spot! Nardelli’s Grinder Shoppe (Middletown) Westie W./Yelp Sarah S./Yelp This Connecticut franchise has extensive grinder options, which are displayed in a glass case at the front....
Pittsburghers, when not in the Burgh, just seem to gravitate toward each other. Maybe that’s because we share a mutual love of Pittsburgh, Or, perhaps it’s because only another Pittsburgher can truly understand us and our shared habits. Here are 10 undying habits all Pittsburghers have. Following the Pittsburgh left. Flickr/Paul Sableman We may have earned the title of the rudest city of drivers in the United States. But, Pittsburghers have their own way of doing things....
At Only In Utah, we write a lot of articles that are full of things to do and places to go in the Beehive State. It seems like I’m always telling you “Try these restaurants,” or “Visit these cool Utah places!” Today, we bring you a list of things NOT to do in Utah. Some of these are serious, some are a bit tongue-in-cheek…but all are true. Never hike in a remote place alone....
Maybe you’re one of those people who spends as much time deciding what to do as actually doing whatever it is you eventually decide. Put those days in the past. We Pittsburghers have so many amazing places in Pittsburgh to visit that, sure, you might have trouble deciding where to start. Here are some amazing places to put at the top of your list. Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Flickr/Melissa A leisurely stroll through Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens guarantees a relaxing morning or afternoon of gazing at unique art, plants, and flowers....
I love everything about Colorado! From the mountains, to the plains, to the Front Range–there is so much to see and do! Okay, wait…maybe I don’t love everything about Colorado. Now that I think about it, I’ve seen some of the creepiest creepy crawlies in both the mountains and on the plains a time or two. Yuck!! Just who are these neighboring pests? Let’s find out together as we explore 12 of the creepiest crawlies in Colorado....
There are plenty of things they don’t teach you about San Francisco in school—and it’s a shame, because the city has quite a fascinating history. Read on to discover some fun facts and interesting things about our great City by the Bay. San Francisco is home to the first lighthouse on the West Coast. Rochelle R/Yelp Alcatraz Island is a major tourist attraction, but it’s also is the site of the first lighthouse built on the West Coast....
There’s something about an amazing sunset that brings peace to the soul. Northern California is known for her skyline masterpieces, each one exquisitely different than the last. In our part of the state you have a smorgasbord of backdrops to choose from. The Pacific Ocean may be your first thought, but don’t forget all the mountain ranges, rivers and lakes that deserve a sunset look. Check out some of our favorites....
It’s a rough place to live, but someone’s gotta do it. Luckily Northern California is home to only the toughest, most self sacrificing kind of folk out there. I mean, look at all these incredibly awful things we have to put up with! The likelihood you’ll get in a car accident increases exponentially because you won’t be able to keep your eyes on the road. Flickr/ J. Stephen Conn There’s just too much to look at....
Many of us live in big or medium-sized cities where life is fast-paced. There’s the commute, work, driving kids to multiple after-school activities… It’s a harried, hectic lifestyle. Imagine if you lived in one of these quiet, slow-paced, small Missouri towns, where everyone looks out for each other. You can send the kids out the door to walk to their piano lessons or play in the park. You can skip the commute to work from home on your farm, ranch or home-based business....
Sure, vacations are tons of fun…but they’re also expensive and can be pretty stressful. If you want to save your cash this summer (and enjoy a stress-free vacation), stick close to home and find some cool things to do in the Beehive State. A staycation is all about staying home…and having fun while you do it! Here are 15 cool attractions to check out. Gateway Discovery Children’s Museum Gateway Discovery Children’s Museum/Facebook You can easily spend an entire day at the Gateway Discovery Children’s Museum....
If you grew up in Virginia, chances are you were spoiled by the sheer number of field trip options available. A quick trip to the first president’s estate? No big deal. An afternoon spent at the site of the first American colony? Sure. As adults, it’s a bit easier to appreciate the wonder that is Virginia history and culture. And if you haven’t been to these incredible sites since you were on a school bus, it may be time to revisit them....
The beauty of nature is often the inspiration for award-winning artistic photography. If it’s one thing we have plenty of in Wyoming, it’s stunning nature scenes. As hard as it was, we’ve narrowed the list down to these 16 gorgeously photogenic spots right here in our home state. The Grand Tetons, Jackson Hole, Wyoming Wendy/Flickr There are a few iconic landmarks in Wyoming that are often photographed, and this barn on Antelope Flats outside of Jackson Hole is one of them....
We already brought you a list of 25 fun things to do in Nebraska for free – but if you have a slightly higher entertainment budget, there are a whole lot more possibilities! For $10 or less, you can enjoy all of these awesome activities. You might even have a few dollars left over for a snack on the way home. State Parks Wikimedia/Spencer We recommend buying a year-long permit - it’s only $25 for unlimited visits to state parks for an entire year!...
We in Minnesota are lucky to have many companies headquartered here, and with them, scores of products that call our state home. Many of these companies offer even more. They provide education and entertainment to Minnesotans looking for a unique way to spend the day. These five companies have fascinating factory tours do just that. Check them out: Polaris - Roseau MotoWebMistress/Flickr Did you know Polaris has been in Minnesota for more than 50 years?...
To me, there’s nothing that quite encapsulates summer more than heading out to Rim Country to do some hiking, camping, or other outdoorsy activity. If you feel the same way, you will definitely want to check out one of these fantastic waterfront trails to get you in the mood for some cooler weather hiking. In fact, we looked at some similar trails in June and since Arizona has more hiking trails than you might imagine, we decided to feature a few more....
One of the best things about fall, in my book at least, is the annual trip to the pumpkin patch. I mean, sure, you can get a pumpkin at the grocery store or local market, but there’s something extra special about walking through the fields and picking your own. Add to that a good ol’ fashioned hayride, some hot apple cider and a crisp fall day, and it’s memory-making made easy....
If you haven’t noticed, stores big and small are beginning to prepare for Halloween, meaning the spookiest time of year is only a few months away. Can’t wait to get your fill of scary haunted houses and slasher marathons on TV? Don’t sweat it; just visit one of these 11 Colorado locations where you may be able to spot a real ghost: Imperial Hotel (Cripple Creek) Flickr/Bradley Gordon Legend has it that one-time Imperial Hotel owner George Long met his untimely death when he (under suspicious circumstances) fell down a flight of stairs....
