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Over in Gaffney, South Carolina, precisely in the “Y” of South Logan and South Granard Streets, you’ll find the best donuts in all of South Carolina in a quiet little unassuming shop next to a convenience store. Google Maps [streetview] Sunny’s Donuts opened in Gaffney in 2012 and three years later they were voted “Best Donut In South Carolina” through an online voting process on the website scoutology.com. Facebook/Sunny’s Donuts Owned and operated by the son of a retired donut master from Cambodia who operated a family business in California for nearly 20 years, Sunny’s Donuts is all the rage in the upstate....

Iowa may not have sprawling ocean beaches, but it does have a plethora of beautiful natural swimming spots in its many lakes and rivers. Of course, everyone’s heard of or been to the Okoboji and Spirit Lake and had a blast swimming, water skiing, going to Arnolds Amusement Park, shopping and eating and just generally enjoying the bustling crowds and tourist attractions that the area has to offer. But sometimes it’s nice to go somewhere a little more off the beaten path, to just get away from it all and soak in the natural beauty from the warm sand and scenic water....

Ohio really is the heart of America, so it only makes sense that it would be the most patriotic state in America. (Wouldn’t you agree?) Here are nine reasons why we think Ohio is the most patriotic state in the country: Our state flag has the same colors as the American flag. Charlton Clemens/Flickr We represent everywhere we go. (Deep state pride = deep country pride by extension.) Brandon Doan/Flickr...

In the little community of Bluewell in Southern West Virginia, there’s a campground that’s been popular for years with nature enthusiasts and ATV owners. Last year, Buffalo Trail campground did something to make their great campground even better: they built treehouses! There are now 14 treehouses in all, and you can stay in one! At the Buffalo Trail campground, you can spend the night in a treehouse. Buffalo Trail/Facebook You have the option of a basic or an “ultimate” treehouse....

As the summer heats up, it’s important to figure out how to stay cool. There are some truly epic waterparks in Louisiana, and you should do what you can to make sure you don’t miss them this summer. Your kids will thank you! Liberty Lagoon, Baton Rouge facebook.com/LibertyLagoon This BREC operated waterpark in Baton Rouge has tons of great water features already and is getting updates this year. Blue Bayou, Baton Rouge Facebook....

We’ve all come to know Nashville as Music City, where young dreamers show up to be stars and the rolling country hills stretch on for miles. Although Nashville has become a cult favorite for bachelorette parties across the nation, we have a sweet history that’s too quickly forgotten. Here’s a peep at Nashville, the way she was, so many years ago. The City Market in 1955. Metro City Archives A blast from the past, wouldn’t you say?...

There are many different words and phrases that are used in other regions of the country that people in Alabama don’t use very often. We know what these out-of-towners are implying, but it’s still odd because they use words and phrases that aren’t in our everyday vocabulary. Listed below are 11 words and phrases that are used by people from other regions of the country. Some of us also use these words and phrases, but for the most part, we use our own special slang....

Mainers can tell a fellow Mainer everywhere in the world. And, it’s not just because we’re the ones driving a car with a Maine plate years after being in a different city. Old habits die hard! Finding someone who grew up in The Pine Tree State is as simple as looking for these signs! “Shopping Local” isn’t just a catch phrase. jackheddon / Flickr In Maine, shopping local meant just going to the store....

Everyone is always speaking of Austin beauty, and the views that are something to be a bit jealous of. You can catch breathtaking views from atop Mt. Bonnell, while walking through downtown, or even from your own backyard. The following unique aerial views of Austin will leave you mesmerized. This is the famous Pennybracker bridge that everyone knows so well…sitting atop Lake Austin. Flickr/LarsPlougmann An aerial shot of the University of Texas campus....

Are you afraid of heights? Don’t let that stop you from checking out these stomach-turning views from the highest spots in Massachusetts. This is the view from the Prudential Center Skywalk Observatory in Boston. Pretty much the definition of jaw-dropping. Flickr/Michael Kappel These guys had no problem conquering Monument Mountain in Great Barrington…but I’m sure their parents were feeling a little on edge as they snapped this photo. Flickr/MOTT This snowy view from Jiminy Peak is terrifyingly gorgeous....

People from New Hampshire are humble, adventurous, and loving. It’s no wonder you’ve fallen in love with one! But before you get too serious about dating someone from New Hampshire, there are a few things you should know. When they say they know which lake is the best, don’t argue. You’ll never change their mind anyway. Adam O’Donnell/flickr The weather is never an acceptable excuse for being late. Frankieleon/flickr They’ll love you just a little more if you fall in love with New Hampshire too....

What makes a great sandwich? Delicious bread, juicy meats, high quality cheese…okay, now I’m drooling. Illinois has tons of restaurants that make a great sandwich. So it was really hard to just pick fifteen, but what I’ve done is list the fifteen best sandwich shops in Illinois: Publican Quality Meats (Chicago) Publican Quality Meats/Facebook Maid-Rite Sandwich Shop (multiple locations) Maid-Rite Sandwich Shop/Facebook Max’s Deli (Chicago) Max’s Deli/Facebook JT’s On the Hill (Zeigler) JT’s On The Hill/Facebook...

Denver is a true melting pot of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs… isn’t it wonderful?! In addition to the fascinating people themselves, Denver is also home to a number of unique ethnic festivals, including these 6 that will wow you in the best way possible: 1.) Cinco de Mayo (Denver Capitol Hill) Cinco de Mayo “Celebrate Culture” Festival Facebook Taking place at Civic Center Park on May 6th and 7th, the 30th Annual Cinco de Mayo Festival promises a fun-filled day that “celebrates the tradition of freedom and acknowledges the beauty of Latino culture....

We are fortunate to have wonderful weather year-round here in San Francisco, but sometimes it’s good to get out and explore the other wonders of Northern California. So, let’s hit the road in search of the most colorful views and beautiful scenery on these country and rural roads, all within a close drive from San Francisco. Shoreline Highway to Stinson Beach Colin Hughes/Flickr The road to this small beach community in Marin County twists past lush hills and drifting fog, and offers panoramic vistas of the Pacific Ocean....

Drive down Saline Street in Pittsburgh but keep an eye out. Otherwise, you might inadvertently travel right past Big Jim’s Restaurant, a hidden gem that has become a favorite of many Pittsburghers. The unassuming restaurant in Pittsburgh may not look like much from the outside but just wait until you take your first bite of food. Hidden under the parkway in Greenfield, Big Jim’s Restaurant has been a favorite dining spot of Pittsburghers for four decades....

Trains used to keep New Hampshire running, connecting the resource rich state with the factories down south. But the heyday of the railroad has long since passed. It’s no wonder that one or two railroad cars were left behind in the Granite State. One of the most amazing is this abandoned train car in Bartlett. Chris Anderson/flickr For years hikers and skiers in the White Mountains have passed the abandoned rail cars and wondered how they came to be left in the New Hampshire woods....

Connecticut is more often associated with mansions than castles, but the state was once host to a number of stone wonders. Most of them have since disappeared, with the exception of East Haddam’s Gillette Castle. But few people realize that there’s a second castle in Connecticut. It’s rarely talked about because it’s slowly crumbling to pieces but, despite nature reclaiming it, you can still get a glimpse and imagine what used to be....

With today’s technology, delving into the past is easier than ever before. Thanks to the Internet, you can easily find thousands of photos that date back decades, even centuries. These historical pictures give a unique perspective at years long gone, making them both special and intriguing. Luckily, there are several organizations and historical societies dedicated to preserving vintage photos. And after spending the afternoon doing some digging, we compiled some of the oldest photos taken in Mississippi…....

School buildings and the ways that students are taught have changed a lot since the 1930s. In these 15 pictures, you get a glimpse of just how much is different now. Many of these pictures were taken in Reedsville/Arthurdale in Preston County, which was the first New Deal community under the first of three Franklin Delano Roosevelt administrations. There are also some from the Tygart Valley Homestead district and in the area of Eleanor, which were two other New Deal communities in West Virginia....

In February of 1837 the small community of White Stone, South Carolina got a post office that now has its own zip code. To this day it’s still open although the businesses that were around when it opened are long gone. Google Maps [streetview] But there’s still a lot of history to be mined in this small community. Much of it now falls within Croft State Park. Facebook/South Carolina Parks...