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It’s no secret that Nebraska faces some pretty tough winters. And according to recent predictions by the Old Farmer’s Almanac, winter of 2017 will be no exception. For years, folks have used these estimates to plan around the colder months. Here’s some more information about the particularly cold winter that Nebraska has in store. According to the Almanac, predictions for winter are looking nothing short of frigid. Diana Robinson/flickr The coldest stretches of winter will take place starting mid-December and continue through January....

Alabama is a huge part of the Bible Belt, making it one of the most religious U.S. states. As a matter of fact, 62.92% of Alabama’s residents are religious. According to Sterling’s Best Places, the 10 cities listed below are the most religious in Alabama. Note: Alabama’s largest cities were used in this ranking. Birmingham wikimedia commons Percentage of religious residents - 83.87% / Pictured is Church of the Highlands - Alabama’s largest church....

Have you ever seen a place in Indiana that looked too incredible to be real? We have a lot of beautiful places in our state that looked as if they walked right out of a fairy tale. I don’t know about you, but I think there are some pretty fascinating spots in Indiana. Here are a few of my favorites. Let me know what you think in the comments. The sunrise at Lake Michigan looks like it is straight out of a fairy tale movie, right?...

As Americans, we all grow up looking at the same map of the United States. Some of us might even be able to label all 50 states without looking them up. But below you’ll see that so much of how you view the country is due to limited perception from the same traditional map. These 12 maps of the US will open your eyes to the past and possibly even the future....

Obviously, living in Texas is something to be incredibly thankful for – not everyone gets to experience the best state in the country in their lifetime. However, there are a few things about living in the Lone Star State that make us more resilient, thick-skinned human beings. Here are 12 of the top reasons we believe that people from Texas are some of the toughest people around. We have to deal with brutal, sweltering summers that last anywhere from 5-7 months of the year....

High-dynamic-range imaging, otherwise known as HDR photography, has been gaining steam in recent years. Dynamic is a most fitting description since these photos feature high contrasts and high saturations that results in ridiculously colorful photos that look unreal. You’ve definitely seen these pictures around even if you never had a name for them until today. If you’ve ever wondered how some of your favorite places would look in HDR or other advanced photography techniques, we’ve made it easy for you and compiled a list of some favorite Arizona locations....

From 1935 to 1944, the Farm Security Administration sent photographers to places all over the country to document rural Americans’ lives and the success of President Roosevelt’s New Deal programs. These 20 rare photos were taken in Utah during that time, and they show both the resilience of Utahns and the struggles they faced. Dorthea Lange/Library of Congress LC-USF34-T01-009009 Andreas Feininger/Library of Congress LC-USE6-D-009875 Russell Lee/Library of Congress LC-USF34-037284 Russell Lee/Library of Congress LC-USF34-037301...

Some people find cemeteries to be restful, quiet places where one can visit the graves of loved ones and stroll through the headstones. However…not all cemeteries are peaceful places. Some are supposedly haunted with the souls of those who couldn’t move on to the afterlife. While we’re not sure if these stories are true or not, they will definitely give you goosebumps. Lakeview Cemetery, Cheyenne Erin/flickr Lakeview Cemetery is full of history - including some ghost stories....

When one thinks of white sand beaches, they usually imagine tropical islands in the Caribbean. While Maryland certainly can’t compare to places like that, it does have one particular spot with pristine-looking sand… Assateague Island is most well-known for its population of wild horses. Even without these cunning creatures, it’s still a pretty impressive place. Flickr / Mrs. Gemstone This barrier island has some of the lightest sand in Maryland and folks are starting to take notice....

Imagine yourself cruising along a deserted road, your eyes squinting against the powerful rays of a New Mexico sun, content in the knowledge that you are likely the only person for miles. Driving along the back roads, you experience a feeling of total freedom. It’s something everyone should do once in a while. Flickr/Alan Levine There is no shortage of scenic country roads in New Mexico, but to truly escape the stresses of life, try a drive along State Road 120....

There’s nothing like a delicious cup of coffee and a home-baked confection. Business Insider recently named the best bakery in every state. The winner for Utah? Gourmandise – The Bakery, a wonderful little spot in Salt Lake City that’s been open for more than 10 years. As far as we’re concerned, Gourmandise is not only the best bakery in the state…it’s the best in the country! Gourmandise has received local accolades from Downtown Magazine, Salt Lake Magazine and City Weekly....

Do you remember the heyday of the drive-in restaurant? Luckily, many of these little gems are still open, mostly in Utah’s small towns. Hires Big H originally opened in downtown Salt Lake City, and it’s still open – despite the encroachment of the chain burger joints. Hires Big H Opened in Salt Lake City in 1959. The original location, at 425 S 700 E., is still open. Business Owner/Yelp Don Hale was born in Grantsville and started working at his family’s grocery store when he was just 10 years old....

Even when you know that the places and structures around you are steeped in history, sometimes it can be hard to imagine how they must have looked way back when. That’s why historical photos captivate us so thoroughly – peering into the past can be fascinating and addictive. Take a look at this old footage of Boston in the 1930s. Besides being peppered with old-timey jokes, the film is full of mesmerizing shots of familiar places in completely unfamiliar garb....

Southern Utah is just full of quaint little towns, but there’s one in particular that’s kind of quirky. Take a look at La Verkin. If you’ve ever driven to Zion National Park, it’s likely that you’ve driven right through LaVerkin. Ken Lund/flickr It’s located at the junction of Utah State Route 17 and State Route 9. jun0k/flickr The city, which has around 4,000 residents, sits on a bluff overlooking the Virgin River....

The only thing better than southern cooking is an entire buffet of southern cooking. And luckily, you can find just that at Mama Hamil’s. In business for decades, the restaurant has won numerous awards for its epic buffet, which is filled with southern classics. Without a doubt, Mama Hamil’s offers one of the most delicious dining experiences in Mississippi. Take a look: Though it’s only been at its present location since 2007, Mama Hamil’s was first opened in 1977....

Towering mountains may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Southern California, but don’t let all of our sandy beaches and stunning oceans fool you as we have plenty of mountains to enjoy in SoCal. One of the tallest mountains in Southern California is also one of the prettiest. Take a look at this beauty that offers scenic hiking trails and panoramic views galore. It’s hard to believe this is right here in SoCal....

Rhode Island is home to some pretty unique food items. Some popular examples include clam cakes, doughboys, hot wieners, and even Awful Awfuls. This one-of-a-kind sandwich served at select places in Woonsocket has been continuing to gain the attention of locals. Could it become another one of Rhode Island’s staple foods? The city of Woonsocket is a historic city located in Providence county featuring dozens of fantastic restaurants. Flickr/neilfein One restaurant in particular, The Castle Luncheonette, is becoming increasingly popular for their unique sandwich known as the dynamite....

While visiting historic places gives us a good sense of the past, it’s not the same as viewing actual footage from a specific period. So we were thrilled to find a video that was shot in New Mexico during the 1940s. The narration is also from the same era. It’s interesting to see how our culture and attitudes have shifted over the decades since this video was made. The film covers locations across the state, including White Sands, the Santa Rita Mine, Carlsbad Caverns, Gallup, Shiprock, Fort Sumner, Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Taos, and more....

If you’re from North Dakota, you may have already heard about this place. In San Haven, ND, there is what used to be a huge tuberculosis treatment facility. It’s now in ruins and slowly deteriorating. It is known as the San Haven Sanatorium, built in 1912. What went on behind the walls of this massive ghost is largely unknown but there are rumors and reason to believe that unspeakable things happened there....

We don’t have beaches IN Austin, but we sure can take a road trip to one! The great thing about beaches near Austin is that they’re usually great to go for a swim almost any time of the year because it stays pretty warm in the Lone Star State. Skip the pool and head to a REAL body of water this summer. Go for a horseback ride at South Padre Island beach....