Main Street used to be the heart of the American town and, in a few places, that is still the case. Some of these main drags have different names, but they all act as their town or city’s central hub. Our state has recognized the value of these roads and is attempting to revitalize them through the New Mexico MainStreet program. Here are 11 of the most charming main streets in New Mexico....
Minnesotans are nice by nature. And why shouldn’t we be? We’re blessed to live in the most beautiful state in the land, filled with some of the best people, places, and things to do in the entire country. And where is the best place to experience Minnesota Nice? In restaurants, of course. These 11 restaurants in Minnesota have delicious food and great service, making them the cream of the crop when it comes to Minnesota Nice....
Growing up in Kentucky during the 1970s was a lot different than modern times because we didn’t have the Internet or smartphone technology. This little “inconvenience” forced us to do things for ourselves. Now mobile technology helps the Internet to swiftly carry our messages, schedule our appointments, track our appointments, provide test results, share party invites and basically control our lives. As a matter of fact, those born after 2003 probably don’t even know what life is like without the Internet… It probably seems like it would be an organized nightmare, but it isn’t....
Kentucky is the Bluegrass State, one of the most beautiful places in the entire US. There is not a county among us that is without beauty, nor a city that doesn’t harbor some historical relevance. From our rolling fields, dense forestry and vast lakes, rivers and streams, Kentucky is a special place and firmly holds its ground as an important part of the world. Here are 13 reasons a world without Kentucky just wouldn’t be the same:...
No matter where you roam, Florida will always be home. The beautiful beaches, moss hanging on oak trees, and fresh seafood will always transport you back to your roots. Here are a few lifelong habits you develop living in Florida that you might find pretty hard to let go of: Comparing every beach everywhere we go to the ones back home. Flickr/ka2rina No matter how many eye rolls and groans it elicits, you can’t help but mention how much prettier your beaches are back home....
Fall is a great time to plan a two day family getaway in Delaware. The weather isn’t too cold to enjoy time outside either exploring our great towns or our stunning Delaware state parks. I know that there isn’t a “one size fits all” family getaway plan, so I’ve come up with a few great ideas for a getaway in each county. In New Castle County, you’ll find my plan for a well balanced family trip, with options for couples, families with young kids, or families with kids of all ages....
Although time machines have yet to be invented, you can still get close to experiencing what it was like to live in another time period by visiting some of these awesome historical sites found all around North Dakota. If you’re a history buff or just want to look into North Dakota heritage then you should definitely check out these 8 places. Bonanzaville - West Fargo Tripadvisor user kingofthemile Bonanzaville is definitely one of the most popular attractions in all of the state, and for a good reason....
We’ve all heard the stories and seen the movies about pirates, robbers, and adventures who dig up treasures decades after they’re buried. Oregon’s history is full of bandits and robbers and even some pirates, and we have our own set of legends concerning hidden treasures that are yet to be found. Thanks to Legends of America, we were able to put together this list of incredible stories about hidden treasures in Oregon that may still be there for the taking… or even in buried in your own back yard!...
We love showing you some of Connecticut’s most beautiful places, and there are so many that it’s hard to keep track of all of them! Today, we’ve compiled some of our favorite places that we’ve featured in the past. For more information about each place, click on the link below each description for more photos and details. Essex: The Tiny Town Surrounded By Natural Beauty Jay McAnally/flickr The little seafront town of Essex is surrounded by natural beauty....
These 20 Utah towns have the highest median household income in Utah. This list is taken directly from the 2010 U.S. Census. The Census Bureau defines “median household income” to include that of every person in a household, regardless of marriage or family relation. Granite Nick Bianco/flickr Granite is a census-designated place near Sandy. The area’s boundaries begin with the eastern edge of Sandy, then includes most of Little Cottonwood Canyon, up to Snowbird....
It’s easy to live in the present or even focus on the future in our day to day lives as city dwellers. We have our jobs, our education, our families, and other adventures to pay attention to. Every once and awhile it’s imperative that we remember the history of Minneapolis and how it became the great city we live in today. Below are simply 11 photos of what Minneapolis looked like just over a hundred years ago:...
A castle in Mississippi may seem like a far-fetched idea, but it’s actually not as outlandish as it sounds. Hidden in the small town of Decatur is the magnificent Pierce Castle. Complete with a knight-in-shining-armor, thrones, and even a waterfall, the marvelous castle is like something straight from a fairy tale. piercecastlems.com The story behind Pierce Castle is somewhat of a fairy tale itself, and it all began when Grover Pierce returned home from war in 1945....
Let’s face it, here in Mississippi spotting a celebrity is pretty rare; however, there are some locations in the state where your chances are a bit higher than usual. Just where are these so-called locations, you ask? Check out the list below to find out! Leatha’s Bar-B-Que Inn, Hattiesburg leathasbbq.com Turns out this barbecue restaurant isn’t only popular among the locals. Over the years, Leatha’s has fed numerous celebrities and the proof is in the photos of famous visitors that are displayed on the restaurant’s walls....
As Mainers, we probably all agree that just about any place in our state is better than living anywhere else in the country. Whether you cling to the coast or prefer the serenity of Maine’s inland forests and rural roads, Vacationland has the perfect town for you. The list is in no particular order, but we’ve made sure to give you a reason for why it’s been included. Also, most importantly, please know that we wish this list could be four times as long....
Spring is finally here, and with it comes the warm weather we all crave. After a long season spent indoors, it’s time to venture outside again. What will you do? It’s still too cold for swimming, and the best hiking trails may be a bit muddy. But there are still plenty of places to go this spring. If you can’t wait until summer to enjoy the outdoors, these 11 unique places will help you enjoy the singing birds, budding trees, and beautiful weather this spring....
Okay, confession time: one of my guilty pleasures is watching “Doomsday Preppers.” Do these people take emergency preparedness to the extreme? Yes, but once you work through all the conspiracy theories and anxiety laden mentalities, these folks have a much better chance at surviving in any given disaster than the average person. One disaster that people are planning for is a seemingly inevitable zombie apocalypse. Not surprisingly, Arizona has been ranked several times as one of the few places in the country that could survive hordes of zombies....
If you come from a small town then you know that one of a small town’s best kept secrets is its food. Small town home cooking is the best! These three West Virginia small towns are packed full of restaurants that are simply amazing. Lewisburg, Population 3,831 Facebook The City of Lewisburg Food & Friends Facebook Food & Friends Facebook Food & Friends Food & Friends located at 213 W Washington Street offers visitors plates of delicious, homemade comfort food....
Of all the different restaurant lists we’ve created, this one might have been the most challenging. There is just SO much delicious seafood in Louisiana. We did our best to pick all different kinds of restaurants that have one thing in common: the best seafood possible. GW Fins, New Orleans, LA facebook.com/GWFins An award-winning restaurant in the heart of the French Quarter New Orleans, GW Fins offers innovative and unique plates of fish and other seafood....
Just in case you were getting too much sleep at night, here are some creepy-crawlies you might want to keep an eye out for in our state, especially if you’re planning to spend some time outdoors. Black Widow www.wikipedia.org This spider is one of the most notorious. It can be identified by the red hourglass on its abdomen. Its bite is rarely fatal anymore, but this is due to the wide availability of medical care....
It seems like all the doomsday scares come around this time of the year. First it was the Y2K scare predicting doomsday with the coming of the new millennium, or the Mayan Apocalypse prediction that the world would end on December 21, 2012. Now, the latest prediction comes from the cult “Sword of God,” who say that our doomsday is set to occur on January 1, 2017. If you buy into this stuff, it seems like you should start looking into places to wait out the doomsday – these 12 places in Iowa are a good place to start:...
