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West Virginia has some great artists. Luckily for us they have done some amazing public murals for everyone to enjoy. Here are some of them: This one that artist Charly Jupiter Hamilton did on Charleston’s West Side. Katherine Lori Kersey/Flickr This one at the entrance to Welch. Karoli/Flickr This mural of the painting “Mining Village” by Stevan Dohanos is on the Forest Building in Elkins. Jimmy Emerson, DVM/Flickr This mural of the painting “Mining Village” by Stevan Dohanos is on the Forest Building in Elkins....

In a society that increasingly grows more dependent on technology each year, it can sometimes be difficult to remember that Arizona’s economy was once dependent on agriculture. Many of the old farms and their accompanying farms now lay hidden under suburban housing complexes, office buildings and other structures. So, let’s remember that past and look forward to Arizona’s agricultural future by checking out some of the charming, old barns found across our state....

Mainers tend to do things a bit differently than other people. It might be our distant location compared to the rest of the USA or it might be that we really are as weird as people say we are. But, we like to think our quirky nature is what makes us special. If you’re a real Mainer (and not from away!) you’ll know not to do the things on this list!...

Depending what decade you grew up in, you had certain thoughts during your childhood that you likely remember as defining moments about life in Texas. Most of you will probably be able to relate to the following thoughts about growing up in the Lone Star State. Your first trip to the beach: greg zenitsky/flickr “But Mom, I thought water was supposed to be blue?” Going on long road trips across Texas with your parents: christopher rose/flickr “Are we there yet?...

There are many super tiny towns that are located throughout Alabama. I recently covered 12 of them on a previous list. Of course, there are many more than those 12. Here are 12 more super tiny towns that are located throughout Alabama: Fulton, AL (Population 265) flickr/Jimmy Emerson, DVM The town of Fulton is located in Clarke County. Fruithurst, AL (Population 282) wikimedia commons Fruithurst was chartered in 1896 and is located in Cleburne County....

Happy Birthday, Idaho! Today you turn 154… in territorial years, that is. No, it’s not your official statehood birthday, but nevertheless, today we are going to celebrate all the things that make our big-little Panhandled state such a national treasure. Or, a social outcast – which is fine by us! We play football on a blue field. Boise State Football/Facebook Boise State is home to the only blue field in the state, so technically not everyone in Idaho plays on bright blue astro turf… but still....

Whether you’ve lived here all of your life or just a few years, you’ve probably picked up on a few things Louisiana does that not necessarily other states do. Louisiana is unique in so many ways (food, culture, people, the list could go on forever), that we put together a short list of some things Louisianians know to be true. You might find yourself saying “yep, I’ve done that.” more than once with this list....

Not only is Minnesota rich with scenic beauty, but add in the state’s talented photographers and we hit the jackpot. You will not believe how amazing these photos are! 1 Minnesota’s fall colors are amazingly vivid. Flickr/ Randen Pederson 2 The flowers in the sunken garden are bright and beautiful. Flickr/Brian Adams 3 The snowy road is stunning. Flickr/Derek Bakken 4 The sun offers a fantastic color-show. Flickr/Teresa Boardman 5 The two harbors lighthouse looks like a painting in this amazing shot....

The 1980s were definitely something special in New Jersey. There was good (Brendan Byrne Arena, later known as Continental Airlines Arena and later still, the Izod Center, opened with a series of 6 concerts by Bruce Springsteen) and there was bad (the syringe tide), but we made the best of things. Here are some photos from the decade to jog your memory. Skylands Manor in Ringwood State Park circa 1981. It still looks similar today....

North Dakota is many things but as for widely popular, maybe not quite. It isn’t the most remembered or visited state (in fact, it’s the least visited) but that doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be loved. There are many reasons the Peace Garden state is and should be loved for – here are just a few out of many: North Dakota has almost 70,700 square miles of space, most of which is beautiful countryside and farmland....

There has already been snow in parts of northern Iowa, and while we hate to say it – winter is on its way, whether we want it or not! And with that changing of the seasons and dropping of the temperatures, there are certain thoughts that go through most Iowans minds; here are some common ones: It better not start snowing until after Thanksgiving. Phil Roeder/Flickr Now we get to look forward to it being dark ALL the time....

Seattle’s natural and architectural beauty make it ideal for creating amazing movie backdrops, so it’s no surprise that many movies were filmed in the city. Of course, we know about “50 Shades of Gray” and “Sleepless in Seattle,” but here are 10 famous movies that you may not have known were filmed in Seattle. “Say Anything…” Flickr/Susana This classic romantic comedy was shot in several locations around Seattle, including Dick’s Drive-In and and the Alaskan Way Viaduct....

In most places, if you want to see some truly amazing natural wonders, you’ll have to lace up your hiking boots, pack a lunch and head down a hiking trail. Not so in South Dakota! Many of our most beautiful natural wonders can be seen by simply pulling your car over to take a look. Others require getting out of the car and walking a few steps, but you’ll really appreciate these stunning spots – without even getting winded....

Oklahoma may not have that Hollywood vibe but it does offer some spectacular settings for many great blockbusters. From action thrillers to drama movies, Oklahoma has had the privilege of filming some of the biggest names in the movie industry. Rain Man: This 1988 movie was filmed in several places around the state. This gas station in Cogar is where Tom Cruise and Dustin Hoffman stopped to make a phone call....

Northern California’s small towns are some of the best places you could possibly dream of, wouldn’t you agree? We love featuring different small towns throughout the state that just have that special something, like the quaint railroad town of Dunsmuir. Read on to learn what there is to love about this awesome little community. Dunsmuir is a city of about 1,600 people nestled in the shadow of Mt. Shasta in Siskiyou County....

The worst disasters are those that spring up from nowhere. At least when you expect that a certain bad thing might happen, you can mentally and well, actually, prepare yourself. Something that most people aren’t prepared for emotionally or financially is for the ground to open up beneath them and swallow their car or their house. That’s usually a surprise. A bad one. Here are ten examples of crazy sinkholes that opened up in the state of Pennsylvania....

There are so many gorgeous hikes in the Garden State, from meandering through the Pine Barrens to lovely lakeside trails, but my favorite hikes offer spectacular panoramic views. Hiking to the top of Mt. Tammany, along the Delaware River, will drop your jaw. View Of Mount Tammany Flickr/Aoife Cahill There are several trails on Mount Tammany, but one of the most popular is a steep 3.5-mile round-trip trek to the top....

New England may have a reputation as being reserved and traditional, but Massachusetts harbors one of the most eccentric towns in the county. Sitting pretty just at the tip of Cape Cod, this coastal colony is the place to go for artistic flair and some truly zany happenings. Provincetown may well be the most eccentric and colorful town in the state. Flickr/MOTT Though it’s home to a mere 3,000 year-round residents, the summer population swells to as high as 60,000 people!...

When it comes to lakes throughout Metro Detroit and Michigan as a whole, perhaps you think you’ve seen all there is to see. After all, the Great Lakes are the only bodies of water that really matter, right? Wrong! There’s one wonderful lake just a stone’s throw from the Motor City that will quickly become one of your new favorite summer destinations. Kent Lake is a manmade body of water located primarily within Oakland County....

How do you define cool? A town oozing with charm and sheer natural beauty? A place where you’ll always find something to do – whether it’s hiking to waterfalls, lounging on a sandy beach, or visiting historical sites? Pennsylvania lays claim to some pretty cool towns but this one Pennsylvania town just might stand out as the coolest of them all. Embrace all that the coolest town in Pennsylvania has to offer - shimmering lakes, lush forests, rich Pennsylvania history, and the small-town charm that defines America....