Wow. It’s amazing to look back and time and get a glimpse of what Louisiana used to be like. Looking at these places really sends me back in time to a moment when things were more simple and easy going. Seeing these Louisiana cities in the 1960s truly makes me wonder about what the world is going to look like in the next 50 years. Let’s take a look. Texas Street, Shreveport, LA Flickr....
In the 1960s, there were many strange sightings of a mysterious creature flying and lurking around West Virginia. The creature was said to be the size of a man, with huge wings and large, glowing red eyes. The appearances began to center around Point Pleasant, West Virginia, until December 15, 1967, the Silver Bridge collapsed and caused the death of 46 people. Some say the mysterious creature was a warning of the impending disaster....
Minnesota is home to a lot of incredible neighborhoods in each of its major cities and beyond. Each has its own unique people and points of interest, and all are notable for being vibrant parts of the city to which they belong. But there is one neighborhood in particular that just might be the most unique community in all of Minnesota. The Latsch Island boathouse community in Winona is a floating community that has been around for decades....
Louisiana has got some amazing state parks, no doubt about it. Lake Claiborne State Park in Homer, Louisiana is repeatedly featured as one of the best state parks in the country, and it’s easy to see why. Lake Claiborne State Park has something for everyone. Whatever you want to do, you can do it Lake Claiborne State Park. Lake Claiborne State Park is located in Homer, between Shreveport and Monroe....
When you leave the tourist-packed Waikiki and head to the neighboring islands, you will find the true Hawaii: a rural paradise home to picturesque farms, rolling hills, country roads and views that seem to stretch on for miles. And while there are countless quintessential rural spots throughout Hawaii – including these 13 charming rural towns – there is one road through rural Hawaii you’re certain to fall in love with....
These vintage pictures of our schools in Southern California from the early 1900s are quite the sight to see! Take a look at what these buildings looked like long before they were torn down, remodeled, or retrofitted to withstand an earthquake. If you love history like I do, you’re going to love looking at these photos from the past. A postcard capturing Anaheim Union High School circa 1910. I wonder if they were carpooling back then?...
Being the smallest state means many things for the people of Rhode Island. Not only do people tend to overlook where we come from, but there is also a lot that is simply unknown about the Ocean State. Somewhere along the way some misconceptions started spreading like wildfire. Here are 12 stereotypes about Rhode Island that really need to be put to rest already. As the classic Saturday Night Live clip highlights, Rhode Island is neither a road… Flickr/Doug Kerr...
Just look around you, the beauty of Michigan is the stuff of movies. We’ve got the majesty of the Great Lakes, our rolling country landscapes, our awe-inspiring cities, and everything else in between that make our state the perfect backdrop for a feature film. Here are 13 breathtaking views in Michigan that could you’ll swear belong on the big picture. Detroit skyline Kevin Ward/Flickr Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore jimflix!/Flickr Porcupine Mountains State Park James Marvin Phelps/Flickr...
Of all the stunning beauty our state has to offer, these rivers in South Dakota stand out as some of the state’s finest features. With more shoreline than the state of Florida, South Dakota’s endless miles of rivers will take your breath away. The Big Sioux River. U.S. Geological Survey / Flickr A flowing tributary of the Missouri River, the Big Sioux runs right through Sioux Falls in Eastern South Dakota....
Wisconsin rules. We all know that. But for some reason, those people over there in Minnesota have this idea that THEY are better than we are. They even have a Facebook page (with like 100 people) declaring that Minnesota is better than us. But here are nine irrefutable reasons why Wisconsin is SO much better than Minnesota: We’re not obsessed with talking about how many lakes we have Josh Graciano/Flickr For the record, it’s well over 10,000...
When you’re stuck inside during a bone-chillingly cold Michigan winter, it can be tough to remember what it feels like to take a refreshing dip in the pool on a warm, sunny day. But there’s one incredible waterpark in Michigan that allows you to enjoy a magical summer vibe all year long — and you’ll never want to leave. Splash Universe is a unique indoor waterpark located at 100 Whitetail Drive in Dundee....
Rooftop gardens aren’t really a new thing; they’ve been used for decades to reduce water runoff, lower energy costs, dampen noise inside of buildings, provide clean air, lower the “urban island heat effect,” and create beautiful, relaxing spaces. Some rooftop gardens are even used to grow food in an urban environment where garden space is in short supply. The green roof at the Arbor Day Foundation Headquarters in Lincoln, however, is less about beauty or food and more about sustainability, conservation, and research....
While traveling the roads of Alabama, you can’t help but notice a huge variety of restaurants. And if you’ve ever passed through the city of Demopolis, you’re probably familiar with “The Red Barn Restaurant.” This restaurant is truly unique and has become a local favorite throughout the years. For more information about this one-of-a-kind restaurant, have a look below. yelp/Lauren T. The Red Barn Restaurant, which is located inside of an old rustic barn, is one of the oldest restaurants in the Demopolis area....
Iowa is a great place to live. We have a low cost of living, cheap housing and great education, but we also have a pretty healthy state! According to County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, these are the 10 healthiest counties in Iowa based on longevity of life, and quality of life. Do you live in one of the healthiest places in Iowa? Find out! Mitchell County Elvis Kennedy/Flickr The healthiest county in the state award goes to Mitchell County!...
Times Beach is a ghost town in St. Louis County that was once home to more than two thousand people. Times Beach was founded in 1925 on the flood plain of the Meramec River in a promotion by the now-defunct St. Louis Star-Times newspaper. By purchasing a 20 × 100 foot lot for $67.50, you also received a six-month newspaper subscription. Although initially a summer resort, the Great Depression and gasoline rationing during World War II caused summer homes to fall by the wayside, although a small summer population continued until around 1970, with the year-round residents mostly living in low-income housing....
If you’re walking down Main Street in Louisville, it’s no doubt that you’ll spot several things that will catch your interest. There’s the cast iron facades, the world’s largest baseball bat casually leaning against a building, and a giant, golden replica of the David statue in front of a building that has red penguins on its roof. With all of this to investigate, it might be easy to pass up the most historically significant thing that exists on Main Street, and that’s a tiny little park on the corner of 7th and Main called Fort Nelson Park....
A couple of these are not necessarily old, but the pictures were so beautiful I just had to include them. Once again, enjoy these captures of gorgeous rural Missouri. Weston Flickr/ Vincent Parsons McCord Bend, Galena Flickr/ Al Turner Westphalia Flickr/ Jena Fuller Flickr/ Jena Fuller Columbia Flickr/ Heath Cajandig Warm Springs Ranch, Columbia Flickr/ Brandon Shea Rt 66 Springfield Flickr/ DiAnn L’Roy Marthasville Flickr/ Annie Chartrand Rockport Flickr/ Mark Putman...
Alabama has always been portrayed in a bad light. No matter what we do, we’ll always be dumb and behind the times. The stereotypes of Alabama are highly exaggerated and here are 10 that need to be put to rest. We all live in trailers. flickr/KOMUnews Yes, some people do live in trailers here in Alabama, but not everyone. Also, there are trailers in other states, so there’s no need to always single out Alabama!...
People who live in Washington DC are typically very passionate. We believe in things very strongly and we will argue you on our points. And even though our beliefs and backgrounds differ, if you bring up any of these 10 things, we’ll argue with you. Because these are the 10 best ways to make someone from Washington DC mad. Ask us why we think we should be a state. flickr/Daniel Mennerich We are taxed and yet, not represented in Congress....
While vacationing out of state, have you ever eaten at a restaurant and wished it had a location in Alabama? It happens to me all the time! Thankfully, Alabama is already home to several different types of restaurants, but it would be great to see these 11 restaurant chains come to our state someday. 1.) In-N-Out Burger - a fast-food restaurant chain with locations primarily in the American Southwest. facebook/In-N-Out Burger...
