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Maryland has changed immensely within the last century. From development to traditions, our ever-growing society is out with the old and in with the new. Check out the following 10 images that show just how much the school system has changed since the early 1900s. It may surprise you. Home economics class was much more popular decades ago, as it was a requirement for most young women to take. This shot was captured at Montgomery Blair High School in Silver Spring, 1942....

Kentucky Christmas lights and displays can be so amazing they literally seem magical. A lot of people go all out for the holidays and hang as many festive lights and such as they can. Others keep it simple, yet elegant, emphasizing the true spirit of Yule. Here are 11 of the best Christmas displays in Kentucky: Beckley. Laserbub This gorgeous home in Beckley really takes it up a notch with this beautiful display of holiday spirit....

There are some words or slang that only natives of Maryland recognize. Rather than being ashamed of our different pronunciations or dialects, we proudly own them. Our culture is definitely unique and the same goes for our jargon as well. Here are 12 words you’ll only find in Maryland. O’s Keith Allison / Flickr It’s not just a letter in the alphabet. O’s fans bleed orange and black. Jimmy Chesapeake Bay Program / Flickr To the rest of the country it’s a name, to Maryland, a bushel of Jimmy’s (male crabs) is the tastiest thing they’ll eat all year....

A book could be written about why Portland is the best city to live in. Living in Portland gives you the opportunity to be able to live in an urban setting, but be within miles of wildlife and multiple bodies of water. There’s a lot more reasons to live in Portland, and reasons why everyone is moving here. Portland residents and restaurants try their best to buy locally to keep the “farm to table” practice going....

If you thought you knew everything there is to know about Alabama, you might want to think again. There are so many interesting things about this state, so it’s not surprising Alabama is such a GREAT place to live! Here are 16 things about Alabama that I found to be very interesting. 1.) Magnolia Springs is the only city in the U.S. with an all-water mail route. flickr/Beate Meier 2.) The first game played between the University of Alabama and Auburn University took place on February 22, 1893....

(Note: For a complete list of 4th of July 2017 fireworks shows in Georgia, click here.) Are you ready to celebrate the 4th of July?!? I know we are here at Only in Your State! If you haven’t found a fireworks show yet, check out this list of spectacular firework celebrations all over Georgia. No matter which one you go to, it’s sure to blow you away! Alpharetta July 4th Fireworks and Festivities: Saturday, July 4, 2015 11925 Wills Road Alpharetta, GA Steve Harwood via Flickr...

Sometimes, spending a weekend in nature is just what you need to recharge and relax. Indian Creek Recreation Area is the perfect place to spend some time. Traditional camping sites, RV hook ups, trails, and a lake all combine for the perfect weekend with friends and family. The Indian Creek Recreation Center lies within the Alexander State Forest in Rapides Parish. NikkiL26/Trip Advisor Just between I-49 and US Why 165....

Sure, Labor Day is around the corner but the temperature still says summer outside in Washington DC so there’s no need to hop on the back to school shopping just yet! Before fall kicks in stop by this swimming hole near Washington DC and make your summer epic! Beaver Dam Swimming Club is located in Cockeysville, Maryland, about 90 minutes outside of Washington DC. Facebook/Beaver Dam Swim Club It is a flooded marble quarry that has been used as a swimming hole since the 1930s....

Rhode Islanders all travel freely out of state to expand our selection of wonderfully fun attractions! Whether it’s going to the arcade, catching holiday displays, or exploring parks with caves and elaborate rock formations, there are so many incredible adventures just an exit, or two away from our fine state. This adventure park found in Mystic, CT, a town every Rhode Islander is familiar with, might just be one of the best experiences you’ll ever have!...

Meet a group of friends on a hot day or on a muggy summer evening. Grab a seat at a picturesque picnic table or play a round of mini golf before enjoying a delectable frozen treat. Start a new summer tradition with a visit to this charming custard shop in Pittsburgh that offers an impressive selection of desserts. Glen’s Custard, a charming, family-owned custard shop, has been a favorite of Pittsburghers since it first debuted in 1948....

Who doesn’t love free things? Well, everyone loves free. But it’s even better if the free thing happens to be AWESOME. There’s a ton to do in Illinois that costs a lot of money–but there are also tons of things that are totally free and fun. Here are our top thirteen: Lincoln Park Zoo Ron Cogswell/Flickr Large zoo, totally free!! Take a hike… Justin Meissen/Flickr Our state parks, especially in Southern Illinois, are among the best in the country...

With its prairie setting, winding Flint Hills, and gorgeous surrounding cities, there is no better place to drive than the scenic Sunflower State! However, when it comes to taking a memorable Kansas drive during these chilly winter months, the best road to take is that of the 77-mile-long Kansas Wetlands & Wildlife National Scenic Byway. Connecting the unique Cheyenne Bottoms with… Flickr/Stephen Muehleisen …the diverse Quivira National Wildlife Refuge, the Wetlands & Wildlife National Scenic Byway has proven time and again to be a fun and memorable drive no matter the time of year!...

Following Hurricane Isaac in 2012, the remains of an old sailing ship were uncovered on an Alabama beach six miles from Fort Morgan. This discovery left people wondering where the ship came from and how long ago it wrecked. According to local historians, the ship is the Rachel – a schooner built at the De Angelo Shipyard in Moss Point, Mississippi during World War I. She was primarily built to carry cargo, specifically lumber, in the gulf....

Among Hawaii’s breathtaking beaches and heavenly hikes, there are countless remarkable restaurants that need to be on your island dining bucket list. Some of these phenomenal eateries are more famous than others, but there’s one restaurant everyone who lives in the Hawaiian Islands knows about: Leoda’s Kitchen & Pie Shop. In fact, Leoda’s is so popular that it made it on Yelp’s “Top 100 Places to Eat in the US” in 2016 as a respectable No....

Flowers are beginning to bloom around the Garden State and New Jersey is coming alive with color. While we have many gorgeous gardens to enjoy these flowers, one place stands out. Why? Because while you can absolutely stroll flower fields, there’s so much more to do. Terhune Orchards is a beautiful farm located in Princeton, New Jersey. Yelp/Mike O. You may already be familiar with the orchards as they are a popular apple picking destination each autumn....

As much as some people complain about technology, there are times when we have to really be grateful that it has advanced in the ways that it has. How else would we be able to see this rare footage of Fitzgerald, Georgia in the 1940s? Freelance filmmaker Sol Landsman was able to profile the South Georgian town of Fitzgerald in 1946. Landsman was an unknown local film enthusiast, who wanted to showcase his hometown on 16mm film as “The Old Fitzgerald Story” (c....

The Kobuk River is one of the largest in Northwestern Alaska and flows through a forest-covered valley with views of the mountains behind. The trip is through the deep Alaskan wilderness where there are far more caribou than people. This incredible adventure awaits those who are willing to go to great lengths to find the most epic views. Take a river trip on the Kobuk for the Alaskan adventure of a lifetime....

Sure, if you’ve lived in Louisiana for a little while, then you know that things like jambalaya and etouffee and red beans and rice. But that is just scratching the surface of all Cajun cuisine has to offer. Here are some of the most creative and unique Cajun dishes in Louisiana – see how many you know! Oysters Persillade Wikicommons / Michael Clarke Stuff This tangy sauce made from parsley is amazing on everything from Oysters to Chicken....

Housed in a lovely old schoolhouse in the town of Lafayette, this charming antique mall is one of a kind. Full of unique treasures, the Lafayette Schoolhouse Antique Mall will give you a shopping experience like no other. Located in an old schoolhouse, Lafayette Schoolhouse Antique Mall is home to an impressive collection of odd and wonderful treasures. website/ lafayetteschoolantiquemall.com Wandering from room to room, you’ll find vintage decor… yelp/ Jenna A....

Did you know that lavender farms have popped up all over the country? It’s true! Some are U-pick places where you can harvest a bit of lavender for your own home – others are commercial enterprises. In Utah, the Young Living Lavender Farm is part of Young Living’s Essential Oils business. If you’re into essential oils and feel that they offer benefits for relaxation, you’ll be interested in this farm. But…even if you’re not into the whole multi-level marketing or essential oil stuff, this lavender farm is worth a visit....