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If you’re driving down historic Route 66 in Texas, you’ll definitely want to seek out this larger-than-life rest stop. Located off Route 66 in Amarillo, the Big Texan Steak Ranch is one rest stop that you won’t be able to resist. It’s been open since 1960 and generations of drivers have filled their bellies at this roadside steakhouse. This place has been luring guests from the highway for years. Facebook/The Big Texan Steak Ranch Though the establishment has been catering to visitors since the 1960s, this current building has only been around since 1977....

The Great Depression hit all of America hard, but it hit Oklahoma with exceptional severity. Farming took a big hit from not only the Dust Bowls but from flooding as well. Rural Oklahomans, who numbered 1.5 million, saw farm income fall 64 percent in the 1930s. Tenant farmers made up more than 60 percent of the farming population during this era. And although times were tough, these farmers made a living and made it through one of the toughest times in the Sooner State....

If you visit Oklahoma City, it’s hard to miss the 50-story Devon Energy Tower – the largest building in the state – towering over the rest of the city. Inside this newly built tower is an exquisite restaurant that offers unparalleled views. Not only will you enjoy the fresh fare, but this sky high restaurant offers a setting unlike any other in the Sooner State. Check it out: Vast is located on the 49th floor of the Devon Tower which is located in downtown Oklahoma City on Harvey Avenue just south of Park Ave....

October is just around the corner, and that means all the scary, creepy and downright terrifying bits of fall are sure to follow. We love the colors of the leaves, but it’s also fun to find a scary story that’s so close to home. If you’re located in Kingsport, then you’re in luck – the most haunted tunnel is right around the corner. DM - Flickr Located in Church Hill, Tennessee, Sensabaugh Tunnel is rickety and crumbling, walls scarred with graffiti....

Are you looking to dine at one of Missouri’s timeless restaurants? Lambert’s Cafe has been serving up hot rolls for visitors since 1942 and they’ve been throwing them since 1976. Fill up your plate, catch a roll, and take it all in at any of the Missouri locations. Lambert’s Cafe is known for their country cooking and throwed rolls. TripAdvisor/LoveThang Lambert’s Cafe opened in Sikeston in 1942. Now there are three locations (two in Missouri) and while the new establishments may be bigger than the original, the food and classic rolls remain the same....

It’s an undeniable fact that cheese is awesome. It’s so versatile. You can put it on pizzas, burgers, tacos, pasta, or just eat it on its own. There are so many different kinds of cheese, too. Whether you’re a fan of sharp cheddars or ooey gooey brie, a cheese out there exists that you will love. Lucky for us in Kentucky, we’re an agricultural state, so we have a lot of farmers who produce and sell their own delicious cheeses....

I think we can all agree by now that Indiana is a pretty beautiful place. Indiana, however, also has a pretty rich and interesting history. I don’t know about you, but I love looking at old photographs of people, places, and things in Indiana. In fact, I dug through Flickr and found some photographers who took some pretty incredible vintage photos in Indiana. Here they are! This picture was taken in 2007....

There’s something sweetly romantic about a sunset. The lilting lullaby of a day, a quiet, soft ending to a Monday or Wednesday or Friday. Tennessee is known for gorgeous scenic vistas, but what about dragging those eyes up a little bit higher…to the sky? This gorgeous shot was captured in the tiny town of Hartsfield, Tennessee. Submitted by Kathy Mofield We can’t get over the juxtaposition of the pale pinks and blues and dark run of the ground....

Alabama is well known for many different things. However, many of these things aren’t heavily discussed in the classroom. Listed below are 12 lesser-known facts about Alabama that you may have learned somewhere other than school. Alabama is the only state to have an alcoholic beverage as its official drink: Conecuh Ridge Whiskey. pixabay/jarmoluk Anniston, Alabama is home to the World’s Largest Office Chair, which is made from 10 tons of steel....

While Hawaii seems like paradise for most, it isn’t for everyone – I mean, not everyone is willing to give up materialistic luxuries for days spent lounging at the beach. Whether you currently live in Hawaii, grew up in the Aloha state and have since moved away, or are merely considering a move to America’s newest state, here are 12 signs you do – or should – live in paradise....

One Vermont stereotype is that of the hippie, and if you were a hippie in VT in the 1970s these photos may take you straight to the past. This collection from the Vermont Historical Society is part of the “Lepkoff 1970s Hippie Photographs” by Rebecca Lepkoff. In 1950, Lepkoff documented the community of Pike Falls near Jamaica. She continued to summer in Vermont and these photographs were taken in Pike Falls in the 1970s....

If you’re an introvert, you probably spend most of your life looking for a quiet spot to enjoy a couple of afternoons on your own. We get it. That’s why we’ve found seven fabulous spots scattered around Tennessee for you to rest and recharge – no worries on this end! We have you covered. Watauga Lake Decaseconds - Flickr This beautiful East Tennessee lake is tucked away and dotted with vacation homes for the summering few....

If you’re enjoying this great weather in Oklahoma, don’t get too comfy, it’s going to spike back up in the 90s before it starts cooling down for fall. This Labor Day weekend, we found the perfect place for you to go to stay cool. Blue Hole Park near Salina is a privately owned swimming park that is fed by three ice-cold springs. The frigid water of Blue Hole is so refreshing, but it isn’t for the faint of heart....

There are some things that are best left in our childhoods. Grilled cheese certainly isn’t one of them. And while there are numerous places in Montana to satisfy your craving for this gooey, melty classic, if you live in Helena, all you have to do is look for your local food truck. You’ll find the Cheddar’s Gourmet Grilled Cheese truck all over town, usually on North Montana Avenue next to Tropical Sno or in the St....

Dinosaurs were arguably some of the most majestic creatures to ever walk the earth. Unfortunately, we don’t know much about them since humans came along so many eons after their extinction. However, their elusiveness doesn’t mean we can’t appreciate the things they did leave behind – like their gigantic footprints. At Dinosaur Valley State Park in Glen Rose, you can observe real dinosaur tracks that are almost as old as time....

Shadows on the Teche is one of the most haunted places in all of Louisiana. This New Iberia landmark is definitely worth exploring if you want to learn about the unique and strange history of this home. Shadows on the Teche can be found in New Iberia, LA. http://www.shadowsontheteche.org/ It was the first National Trust for Historic Preservation site in the Gulf South. It’s a unique place because it was owned for 125 years by the same family, the Weeks family....

Come winter, we’re all looking for a way to get involved in some sort of winter activity. The mountains are a bit out of reach in terms of hiking and if you live in the eastern region of the state, a day or more of sledding is a ‘fingers-crossed’ type deal. Even if you’re not adventurous enough to get out and go skiing or snowboarding, there’s still a way to completely immerse yourself in the thrill of plummeting down a mountain by the guide of snow and a trusty tube....

There’s a one of a kind restaurant here in Northern California that has been beloved for generation after generation who stop in on their way through this iconic foothill town. For giant burgers, homemade pies, and all the dips you could possibly want, Ikeda’s California Country Market in Auburn is a classic place to fill your belly. A family owned business, Ikeda’s is located right off I-80 and is a popular stop for travelers making their way between Tahoe and the Sacramento region....

Most people agree Oklahoma is more of a midwestern state than southern, and one town in Oklahoma that has the charm and character of the midwest is Pawhuska. The town is full of friendly people, historical places and pure midwest charm. Pawhuska is so perfectly midwestern, you’ll feel right at home the moment you visit. Pawhuska is a small town in northeastern Oklahoma that was established in 1872. The town has just over 3,500 residents and is the capital of the Osage Nation....

You know how sometimes you find something awesome in Utah, and you think, “I’m definitely not cool enough to do that?” Shoot the Tube, under the I-215 eastbound route near Parley’s Canyon, might be that kind of thing. It’s basically a large tube that carries water from Parley’s creek under the freeway and it acts as a slippery water slide when you block the water off. Hipsters and high schoolers have been doing it for years....