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Can you imagine a third of your town being destroyed within a matter of minutes? That’s what happened to the small, close-knit community of Pryor, Oklahoma on April 27, 1942. At approximately 5:00 p.m. local time, an EF4 tornado swept through the main business district of town and the residential section, demolishing 500 buildings, killing 52 people and injuring 350 others. As if the tornado wasn’t bad enough, the town was hit with torrential rains that left knee-deep water in town – halting rescue and cleanup efforts....

We’ve already talked about Eureka Springs and its many treehouses. From a tree house village to a tree house resort complete with castles and hobbit caves, the small Victorian town is totally full of places where you can sleep amongst the trees. There is one treehouse in Arkansas’s quirkiest town that deserves some extra special attention. That treehouse is called the Anastasia, and it’s located at Enchanted Treehouse Cottages. Enchanted Treehouse Cottages is located at 70 Dogwood Ridge in Eureka Springs....

West Virginia became a great state through the rise of industry, but sometimes those industrial projects have come at a great cost. One tragic story happened on Willow Island on the Ohio River near Belmont, West Virginia. The accident was likely the deadliest construction disaster in the history of the United States. The Pleasants Power Station near Belmont, West Virginia has provided electricity to West Virginia for many years, but it has a dark history....

If you’ve ever been to this rustic restaurant in Southern California, you already know it’s one of those spots that you long to go back to every time you ponder heading out to grab a meal. But for those of you who haven’t been lucky enough to stumble upon this hidden gem in SoCal, you have no idea what you’ve been missing. Until now. Just one look at this Old Place and you’ll wonder how you went this long without ever knowing about it....

This drone footage of Indiana gives a new meaning to “flyover state.” Drones get some harsh press, but many people forget how cool (and useful!) they can be for filming the world around us from a perspective you won’t find anywhere else. Just check out this amazing footage captured by M Sackman showing off Monument Circle in downtown Indianapolis at sunrise: And the beautiful fall foliage at Brown County Park (also by M Sackman):...

Missouri has so much more to offer than just Kansas City and St. Louis. If you travel to the small town of Weston, you’ll see just why. The charming town of Weston is located just over 30 miles north of Kansas City. Weston MO Chamber of Commerce/Facebook The hilly terrain makes it a gorgeous drive and you go through winding roads and pass by beautiful farms. Their downtown makes it a popular destination for Missourians looking for a day or short weekend trip....

Two hours outside of Washington DC is one of the most relaxing retreats set in stunning nature. Best of all, you can enjoy it all in your very own treehouse. White Lotus Tree House at Eco Spa Retreat is one of the most unique places to stay near DC and you will absolutely love it! White Lotus is two hours outside of Washington DC set on 21 acres of peaceful farmland....

It was on June 10th, 1925, that the state of Tennessee adopted a new textbook for their biology students. Set to be taught in high schools, this was the book heard ’round the nation when it caught John T. Scopes in the act of denying state approved curriculum. What did the textbook teach, you ask? Well, it denied the theory of evolution, and ignited a trial that made the United States take notice....

We’ve taken a look at some terrifyingly real haunted houses in Tennessee, but what about the ones whose stories haven’t been told? After scouring the state, we found some pretty terrifying structures that JUST might house a ghost. Think you know the story behind these creepy faces? Those trees add such an eerie vibe DM / Flickr An empty door holds such scary potential Joel Kramer / Flickr The Longview Mansion JUST might be haunted… Brent Moore / Flickr...

If the size of the restaurant is served to mirror the depth of the menu, these Nashville eateries would be out of luck. But guess what? It doesn’t, and they aren’t, and you simply HAVE to check out these teeny tiny restaurants in Nashville if you ever find yourself in the area. They’re great for date nights and celebrations, so grab that wallet and check ’em out. Rotier’s Restaurant HeyItsCarlyRae - Instagram This legendary Nashville staple has been lauded by the likes of Jimmy Fallon and Jimmy Buffet, and if both Jimmy’s love it?...

We here in Louisiana have some crazy sayings, no doubt about it. If you’ve just moved here, or maybe you’re thinking about moving down, you’re going to need to learn a few sayings before you do. Here are just some of our favorite phrases you’ll hear in the Bayou State. Lagniappe Nola.Agent/Flickr A little something extra. Say, for example, you buy a coffee at the store and they throw in a cookie for free....

It’s no surprise that people from the Magnolia State are awesome (so what if I’m a little biased?). But just in case you need proof, here are some reasons why Mississippians are the best kind of people you’ll ever meet. First and foremost, Mississippi is the Hospitality State, so it goes without saying that Mississippians will treat everyone, including strangers, with nothing but kindness. Nathan/Flickr Not only are Mississippians nice, but they’re also always willing to lend a helping hand....

Yes, it’s true; Colorado is darn near perfect! However, despite all of this perfection, there are still a few things we’ve grown to hate, including: When idiot drivers refuse to accelerate in the merge lane. Flickr/Anne Petersen THE LANE ISN’T THERE FOR DECOR, PEOPLE! I-25 in general. Flickr/Michael Fajardo My husband and I have decided that we’re the only two people in the world who know how to drive on this stupid interstate....

Winter has started making its grand debut in Colorado and with it comes the dreaded ice, blizzards and cloudy skies. But don’t let the frigid temperatures and less-than-ideal road conditions get you down; just look for the allure in it, as demonstrated by these 15 photos: Admiring the frozen beauty that is Rocky Mountain National Park. Flickr/Bryce Bradford Wolf Creek Winter Wonderland. Flickr/Zach Dischner Up, up, and away over Winter Park!...

While you may not think Minnesota is on the forefront of archaeological discoveries, there are actually several amazing, significant finds in our state that you can see for yourself! Here are some of the awesome archeology sites you can visit to peer into the history of this gorgeous land. Pipestone National Monument is a magnificent site where archaeologists found evidence showing that quarrying of pipestone has occurred for over 3,000 years!...

On the 4th of July in New Hampshire we celebrate the United States. And while all 50 of our states are great, it’s no secret that one state is the slightly better than all the rest. Not only is New Hampshire beautiful and home to kind people, but our state is also extremely patriotic. New Hampshire has shaped history and continues to exemplify all of what makes America great. Here are 7 reasons why New Hampshire is the most patriotic state in the country....

What could be better than hopping on a bike and cruising past acres of gorgeous red, orange and golden leaves? Urban AdvenTours is offering an amazing chance to ride through Boston’s famous Emerald Necklace series of parks on a guided tour that is specially designed to take you through the most beautiful and historic spots in the area. This tour is a great way to breathe the crisp fall air and see some amazing foliage....

The state park system in Wisconsin is so good that frankly it’s a bit of embarrassment of riches. We have so many places we love to go that we get complacent and sometimes forget that there are tons of new and interesting parks we’ve yet to explore. Brunet Island State Park seems to be less well known, but you definitely want to put this hidden gem on your to-visit list this year....

OK, thrifters: If you loved our post last week about Kansas’s largest flea market, you are going to LOVE today’s post that is chock-full of bargains and treasures. In fact, there are so many treasures to be found, that this event has been dubbed the Kansas Treasure Hunt: While not an outdoor market per se, the US Highway 36 Treasure Hunt is a 400-mile-long garage sale that runs from the Colorado to Missouri border....

Nevada is a state rich in history. Even before its inception at the 36th state on 31 October 1864, the Silver State has a rich and illustrious history. Known for gold and silver mining, the construction of the Hoover Dam, and gambling, Nevada is quite interesting and has been fairly well documented on film. Here are 16 of the oldest photographs ever taken of Nevada and they are, truly, incredible....