Posts

Over the centuries the Palmetto State has been the site of numerous acts of evil. Last year in Charleston, 22-year-old Dylann Roof, a child of the Palmetto State, reminded us that no one or no place is off-limits to the most hideous of crimes. Google Maps John D. Long Lake in Union County, South Carolina is such a place. It will forever be remembered as the interim resting place of 3-year-old Michael Daniel Smith and his younger brother, 14-month-old Alexander Tyler Smith....

Nebraska definitely has its share of creepy haunted places that will make you question everything. Often, the ghost tales are so old and so tied in with a town’s history that everyone just accepts them as truth. That’s the case in Scribner, where the Hotel Café and Saloon – known locally as the Old Hotel – has had resident ghosts for as long as almost anyone can remember. Facebook/Hotel Cafe and Saloon When the Harder Hotel was built in 1901, it was one of the most elegant, modern buildings in the area....

Sure, waterparks can be great fun if you’re looking to break up the monotony of those lazy summer days, but with waterparks there are also inconveniences. Crowds, scary slides, sketchy bandaids floating in the water. Yeah, sometimes when it comes to throwing a pool party, nature knows how to do it best. Take for example the amazing Sliding Rock in Brevard. If you haven’t felt the adrenaline rush of plummeting you way down, this summer is the perfect time to try it....

You may be surprised to learn one of the smallest towns in the Palmetto State is also one of the most picturesque. This tiny little incorporated town shows us that growth isn’t what makes a town desirable, and that bigger isn’t better. Cope, SC is proof-positive that a place to live doesn’t need to have shiny fancy new buildings to be beautiful. Flickr/Sara Dean With a population of 75, this small town located 13 miles southwest of Orangeburg is one of the smallest towns in the state....

Are you a fan of secondhand? Love the search, cheap prices, and the hunt? Well, you wonderful Nashville-ites, you – we’ve got precisely the spot. The Nashville Flea Market is an all out extravaganza that goes on at the fairgrounds the fourth Saturday of every month. Nope, it doesn’t happen all that often – which means you have to come early and stay late. We’ve got all you need to know!...

The final days of the European colonization of Iowa were dark indeed. While early Americans were pushing for westward expansion, the Native tribes of the Iowa plains suffered. As the settlers moved west, less game was available for hunting, and many treaties between the natives and settlers gave the local tribes the short end of the stick, and consequently there was a bloody feuding history between them. In retaliation, a band of Wahpekute Indians, led by Inkpaduta, made an attack on a settlement near what is now Okoboji, Iowa, and it was a blood bath....

Did you live in New Orleans during the 1970s? We found this collection of photos from that decade that we think are going to take you right back in time. What do you remember about that period in New Orleans’ history? Ernest Nathan Morial, 1978 Wikicommons / Blackpast.org The first African American mayor of New Orleans made a unique mark on the city, a tradition his son continued a few decades later....

It can be a struggle to live in Southern California sometimes. From the high cost of living to constant road construction and frequent traffic jams, there’s always some sort of stressor to contend with in SoCal. Here are a few of the struggles that come to mind that we all encounter after living in Southern California. I bet you’ve had to deal with one or two of these in your lifetime....

Think the only way to spot a Mississippian is by their accent? Think again! Check out the list below for signs that you’re in the presence of a Magnolia State resident. When going in somewhere for just a second, they’ll leave their car running – even if no one is in it. Call it a side effect of growing up in a small town. freefoto.com They’ll be dressed like it’s the dead of winter when it is 60 degrees outside....

We love Florida, so you’d think we would be recommending it to everyone. That’s simply not the case. Florida is just not for everyone, and not everyone would be happy here. So if you’re considering moving to the Sunshine State, we have a few points for you to consider. Here’s why you should definitely never, ever move to Florida (wink, wink): It’s so depressing to not have snow at Christmastime. Flickr/rjcox...

There are common traits among Marylanders that are so very… Maryland. Check out this list of these 15 surefire signs that you definitely belong in Maryland and see how many are true for you. You put Old Bay on everything. Flickr / Mike Mozart Seafood, eggs, fries, chicken, etc. You know a good crab cake when you see it (and taste it). Flickr / Krista Mediocre crab cakes will not do....

One of the most familiar sounds of summer intensifies to epic proportions once every 17 years: the buzzing of cicadas. These insects spend most of their lives underground, as larvae, and once they are mature they emerge from the ground, zombie-style. They flit about: molting, humming, mating, and laying eggs, for 4-6 weeks before disappearing. You’ve definitely seen the shells that they leave behind on trees and the ground, where they shed their juvenile exoskeletons....

Here in the Magnolia State, it’s not uncommon for a rural grocery store to include a restaurant, and that’s exactly the case with B.T.C. Old-Fashioned Grocery in Water Valley. Aside from an impressive array of merchandise, which includes everything from locally produced goods to hard-to-find items, the small town shop includes a café that’s been nationally recognized for its mouthwatering fare. Take a look: Head to 301 North Main in the small town of Water Valley, and you’ll find B....

Anyone who has spent a considerable amount of time exploring Oregon knows that there’s more to the Beaver State than bustling cities and natural wonders. If you’re feeling in need of some peace and quiet, step off the beaten path and head to one of Oregon’s wonderful small towns. Nestled into the beautiful Willamette Valley, Coburg is a lovely little town that’s full to the brim with fascinating history, bucolic scenery, and buckets of charm....

A sunset in Kentucky is like looking into a 3 dimensional painting, where the artist used either vivid, fiery colors, or soft pastels. Occasionally both combine for a spectacular explosion of color, awing any who takes the time to watch the sun shrink behind the land. Instead of focusing on statistics or places, today let us focus on the beauty that is our state, and bask in the vibrancy of Mother Nature....

Good morning Louisiana! Here’s some Christmas cheer for you and yours! 1. A Smile on This Little Boy’s Face This little boy has gotten so many Christmas cards from around the country it’s truly amazing! 2. And this adorable Saints fan giving a pep talk to the players. BBQ on Christmas –yep, it’s that warm outside. Flickr.com/photos/clotee_allochuku Why don’t you go for a swim after? Just don’t forget the bug spray!...

We Utahns love sugary treats. We consume tons of ice cream (sometimes in the form of thick shakes), we slurp down lots of dirty diet Cokes, and we’ve never met a home-baked pie we could pass up. There’s one little family-owned bakery in Provo that’s introduced a brand new treat to Utahs: the kolache. What’s a kolache? Read on to find out! First, let’s establish what a kolache is. The kolache (pronounced ko-LAH-chee), originated in central Europe....

New Hampshire is full of remote spots just waiting to be discovered. One of the biggest swaths of nature in the state is found in the Pemigewasset Wilderness Area. Because of its large size and protected status, this area has become one of the most remote, isolated spots in New Hampshire, and it is just brimming with natural beauty. The Pemigewasset Wilderness area is a 45,000 acre part of the White Mountain National Forest....

There’s one plantation house in Louisiana that stands out from all the rest, and that’s the San Francisco Plantation. It’s been called the most opulent plantation house in North America, and we can see why. Built in 1854 by wealthy sugar planter Edmond Bozonier Marmillion, the San Francisco Plantation definitely stands out as you drive down highway 44. TrishZatx/Flickr Edmond started construction on the house in 1853 for his sons, Valsin and Charles....

You may recall a recent topic we published covering the scenic Mill Mountain and its premier attraction, the Largest Free Standing Man-Made Star In The World. There’s another attraction featured in the Mill Mountain Park, and it’s arguably just as splendid. Atop the mountain there’s a gorgeous 2-acre wildflower garden. This special area has been around since 1971, yet relatively few know about this incredible feature. Here’s more on the wildflower garden you’ll want to visit ASAP:...