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Vermonters take great pride in preserving our past, both in our way of life and in our historic buildings. Looking back over 40 years at the town of Brattleboro we can see how some things have changed, and how others have stayed the same. Let’s take a look at the way things were in Brattleboro Vermont, 1975. Aerial View from Retreat Tower. Flickr/Vermont Historical Society Built in 1834 as the Vermont Asylum for the Insane, the Brattleboro Retreat hasn’t changed much....

Louisiana certainly has some special places to grab lunch or other foods, but this place really takes the cake. The Runway Cafe, found at The Terminal and operated by Messina’s, will provide you with a dining experience like no other. Let’s explore. Have you ever eaten at a restaurant that is still being used as a small craft airport? Yelp.com / Mike M. If you went to visit Messina’s at the Terminal, then your wish could come true....

If you’re looking to plan the perfect proposal look no further than a beautiful destination in North Carolina. From the mountains to the coast, in public or at the top of a private beach, whatever your preferences we have you covered…just pick a destination here. Chimney Rock Flickr / Susan Coleman It doesn’t get more North Carolina than a proposal at the top of Chimney Rock. Pick a time when you’re sure to get seclusion, late afternoon mid-week....

There’s something especially satisfying about picking your own fruit from the tree, vine, or stem. Maybe it’s the reassurance that it did, indeed come from the ground and not an alien spaceship, or maybe it’s the rustic joy of procuring your own sustenance, just like your forefathers and their forefathers before them. Here are some of the best places in Pennsylvania where you can pluck your own snacks straight from the tree....

The saying “No matter where you roam, there’s no place like home” is especially true for Buffalonians. Whether we move just beyond the borders of Western New York or thousands of miles away, Buffalo always calls us back. Read on for 10 reasons why “once a Buffalonian, always a Buffalonian” stands true! Your favorite memories live here. Kevin Eye - Flickr Whether you spent the summers rowing along the Buffalo River, heading to local farmer’s markets with your family on the weekends, or wandering around Martin’s Fantasy Island, Darien Lake, or the Erie County Fair, all of your favorite childhood memories take you back to Buffalo....

The 1950’s was the glory days of everything retro. From cars piling in the drive-in on the weekends, getting a full meal delivered straight to your car window (with the server on roller skates included), and rollin’ easy at the roller rink, it’s safe to say this was a simpler time. Today, the amount of drive-ins has slowly dwindled, but if you look hard enough, you can still find this retro nostalgia....

Deer hunting season happens in a lot of states, but nowhere is the deer widow phenomenon as pronounced as in Wisconsin. I’m talking about the fact that women are at home for a week while their boyfriends and husbands are out hunting. So what’s a girl to do? Here are ten things Wisconsin deer widows might do to pass the time. Party Bonita Suraputra/Flickr He’s having fun so why shouldn’t you?...

Whether planning your next Valentine’s Day, or just love romantic nights out just because, it’s good to know which restaurants have the right kind of romance vibes. Maybe you’re looking for a quiet candlelit dinner, or just something a little classier than your usual haunts, these 11 restaurants will not disappoint you. Bravo Brasserie, Providence Yelp/Bryce D. Facebook/Bravo This elegant eatery is found in the heart of Downcity Providence on the corner of Empire and Washington Street....

There is no denying that Colorado is chock-full of gorgeous scenery… but if you are looking for the ultimate in memorable views, there is no topping these 11 scenic overlooks, which could just be considered the crème de la crème of Colorado’s beauty: Flagstaff Mountain (Boulder) Flickr/Kevin Dobo-Hoffman If you are searching for a picture perfect view of the Front Range after dark, there is no topping this well-lit view atop Boulder’s Flagstaff Mountain!...

It’s almost summer, so we are definitely planning for all the amazing things we will do when it turns warm (for good). Here are 11 things you should do on a hot summer day in Illinois. Lake Kinkaid Spillway Curtis Abert/Flickr This is the best swimming hole in Illinois. Head over to southern Illinois and let the water rush over you. Then, float in the deep pools. Hurricane Harbor Six Flags Great America/Facebook Many people head to Six Flags on hot summer days in Illinois....

Tis the season of everything merry and bright – including a quaint town just over the river and through the woods. Sometimes the best way to get in the Christmas spirit is visiting a downtown or Main Street decorated to the nines. These towns are not only charming – they also really know how to celebrate the season. McAdenville Facebook / Christmas Town U.S.A Christmas Town U.S.A rolls out the red carpet for Christmas with a 1....

When in Hawaii, there are certain dishes you have to eat, and sushi is definitely one of those foods. Let’s be real here, where else in the country will you find fresher seafood and more authentic sushi offerings? From upscale, luxury sushi restaurants to sushi ordered from a seaside shack, these 13 eateries serve up some of the best sushi in Hawaii. Sushi Sasabune, Honolulu Alvin L./Yelp Yvette C./Yelp For some of the best sushi in Honolulu, head to Sasabune, where you should order the omakase, which consists of approximately a dozen courses of chef selected fare....

You’ve found a place to live, you have a job lined up, and you’re psyched to become a New Mexican. But relocating to a new state involves more than moving vans and forwarding your mail. It’s often a major adjustment. Inevitably, there are going to be some surprises along the way. It’s really pretty here. Flickr/Marc Soller The landscapes here will take your breath away. Even driving the same road in the opposite direction often yields a new set of gorgeous views....

High School is something most of us have experienced. And to be honest, no one really likes high school, which has led it to be a popular subject in movies, music, TV, and books. Well we all survived and made it through (whew) and can now look back on those strange and trying times with a smile because those little things that meant so much were all growing pains and crucial life experiences....

Ghost hunters and horror enthusiasts alike are probably jonesing for October – it’s the one time of the year endless creepy stories are appropriate. Although, some may argue they ALWAYS are, but hey. It’s all good. Here are the 7 best places to spot a ghost in Nashville. The Hermitage dslrnovice - Flickr The former home of President Andrew Jackson has been operational as a museum since 1889. Folks have reported hearing someone throwing pots and pans in the kitchen, dragging heavy chains across the front porch, and even riding a horse up the stairs....

We’re all familiar with the Seven Wonders of the World. However, did you know Alabama has its very own Seven Wonders? From prehistoric caves to magnificent waterfalls, here are seven incredible places we consider to be the Seven Wonders of Alabama: Noccalula Falls flickr/Lisa Nail flickr/Jimmy Emerson, DVM Located in Gadsden, Alabama, Noccalula Falls, a beautiful 90-foot waterfall, is the main feature of Noccalula Falls Park. This beautiful waterfall is marked with a bronze statue of Noccalula, a young Cherokee woman who, according to legend, leaped to her death after her father demanded her to marry a man she wasn’t in love with....

As South Dakota’s largest city, Sioux Falls gets a lot of love, and it’s well deserved; it’s really beautiful. But there’s another South Dakota city that’s pretty amazing – and it’s often overlooked. Pierre is nestled on the banks of the Missouri River. Founded in 1880, this city was chosen as South Dakota’s capital because it’s in the geographic center of the state. While it may be one of the most important cities in the state, it’s nowhere near the largest....

There is no shortage of breathtaking sights in our wonderfully small state. Our shorelines, state parks, nature trails and even our cities offer settings that could be straight out of movies. They remind us that it truly is great… being the first state! Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge flickr/ USFWS Headquarters There isn’t a bad view at this wildlife refuge, the only national one in the first state. Birders ‘flock’ here each spring and fall to sneak a peek at migratory birds, including the red knot, which feasts on horseshoe crab eggs to refuel during its x-mile migration....

Cleveland is a wonderfully weird city. Our eccentric residents and eclectic designs have resulted in a city that is majestic, but also over-the-top bizarre. If you have ever casually driven around the city, you probably know that some of the more bizarre features exist in the form of roadside attractions. These weird wonders are more than conversation pieces, and the stories they tell may surprise you. They Have Landed, 2350 Lorain Avenue, Cleveland Edsel Little/Flickr In 2011, a series of unusual plywood monuments were unveiled in a traffic island in front of the West 25th Street RTA station....

The town of Belvidere, Tennessee is nestled in a sweet hamlet of southern country comfort. Surrounded by lush plant life and enveloped in state history, it’s a great visit whether or not you’re visiting Falls Mill – and we’d most definitely recommend it. The mill is a peek into the past, and you may feel as if Sleeping Beauty or Snow White will come waltzing out of the forest, perfectly at home....