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Oklahomans love a good bargain, and one place to score amazing deals is at Uptown Thrift Store in Midwest City. It’s the kind of place where you can find almost anything at rock bottom prices. If you’re ready for to find some deals, check out this unbelievable thrift store in Oklahoma. Uptown Thrift Store is located at 2000 South Air Depot Boulevard in Oklahoma City, OK. They are privately owned and operated and strive to find the very best deals for your shopping experience....

Our state is so beautiful…and the residents here are quite good looking too! However, if you’re considering dating someone from the Evergreen state, there are definitely some things that you’ve got to know. For example: We’ll be taking you on plenty of adventures! Flickr / strychnine Hiking and camping are so much more fun when you can share the experience with someone you love! Or if it’s raining out, we’re happy to stay warm inside with you....

West Virginia has a number of great railroads to see the fall leaves, but this trip that leaves from Cass, WV is something extra special. This 4.5 hour round trip will show you some of the most beautiful foliage in West Virginia. Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad/Facebook You’ll start your journey at the Cass Depot. Flickr/jamiev_03 The historic town of Cass was an old logging town with a paper mill. The area is now a state park....

Rhyolite is a ghost town located in Nye County, approximately 120 miles northwest of Las Vegas. Founded in 1905 as a mining camp after gold was discovered in Bullfrog Hills, Rhyolite declined nearly as quickly as it rose, and by 1920 the town was well on its way to becoming the ghost town it is today. During its heyday, local Tom Kelly constructed a bottle house that became the talk of the town....

Even though you’re all grown up, you should still make time to play. And I have the perfect place for you to do it! Time Machine Hobby is a dreamland, and one of the largest toy and specialty stores in the United States. Bring the kids along, or take a solo trip to rediscover your inner child. Either way, you are guaranteed to love this place! What was once a large factory has turned into an amazing storefront....

Delaware has tons of interesting and beautiful places to visit. One jaw-dropping place is Nemours Mansion and Gardens, a 3,000-acre estate with a mansion and landscape gardens. Tour the mansion to see examples of a Louis XVI French château. The gardens are lush and green, and filled with water features, sculptures and botanical beauty. Robert Lyle Bolton/flickr When Alfred I Dupont married his second wife, Alicia, he was determined to spoil her....

I remember hearing stories when I was a kid about my parents and grandparents taking trips to the airport to watch the planes land. They’d grab some food and settle in for a few hours to talk and enjoy the magic of aviation. With today’s strict airport regulations, you might think watching planes take off and land is a thing of the past. However, this tiny, underrated restaurant in Indiana offers the perfect view for airplane lovers....

Even though Thanksgiving has come and gone, that doesn’t mean we should be any less thankful for our beautiful state–and neither should the rest of the United States. Here are just a few reasons why the entire country should be thankful for Colorado: Let’s first address the elephant in the room: We more than likely helped your MLB team advance in the rankings. Flickr/Jon Hurd Uhh, we mean’t to do that, so you’re welcome....

Not that we’re counting or anything, but we in Michigan have quite a lot to be proud of. But the truth is, we have so many qualities to highlight that it’s hard to keep up. Here are some spots that are definitely brag-worthy. Check them out. We invented Motown. Carlos Lowry/Flickr If not for the amazing talent to come out of Detroit, who knows where Motown would have stood in popular culture?...

There are times when places in West Virginia look downright otherworldly. Here are pictures of a few of them: This was taken in Davis dpbirds/Flickr This was taken at the North Fork Mountain Trail near Seneca Rocks Jason Means/Flickr This is Sandstone Falls in Summers County Gene/Flickr This is Elakala Falls in Tucker County Forestwander.com Check out Summit Lake when the stars are reflecting off it Forestwander.com Look at this shot of the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum Zach McCormick/Flickr...

There’s something sweet and wonderful about a tiny town – especially a tiny town in the south. Take a look at these lovely Tennessee spots, come visit and experience their small town fervor. Have you been to any…? Hollow Rock Brent Moore / Flickr There are still a scant few in Hollow Rock, but the Main Street is full of abandoned storefronts. They’re still photogenic, though! Morristown Brent Moore / Flickr Did you know that Douglas Lake, just south of Morristown, has 513 miles of shoreline?...

There is nothing we Iowans enjoy more than the sunrise every morning, and the sunset every evening. Our state is famous for its beautiful views, and wide open land where you can see for miles, so it only makes sense that our sunrises and sunsets are some of the most beautiful in the country – even the world! To illustrate that point, here are 15 times the sun made Iowa the most beautiful place on Earth:...

The Beaver State is a wonderful place to visit, so it’s no wonder so many people add Oregon to their travel itineraries. Oregonians come in all shapes and sizes, so it’s not always easy to see who’s a tourist and who’s not. Here are a few clues that may hint to whether someone is from out of state: They don’t know how to pump their own gas. flickr/ Chris They wait in line for ages for a Voodoo Doughnut....

The Natural State is a place of natural wonders, and a surprising number of those wonders are exceptional works of time and the elements—stunning geological features that have to be seen to be believed. One such wonder is Natural Bridge located in the Alum Cove Recreation Area. This bridge really is something that needs to be experienced, and the hike to view it is only a little over a mile long....

Kentucky has no shortage of great state parks to explore. You can find a great place to retreat into nature in every corner of the state and everywhere in between. However, if you’re looking for an experience that you won’t find at any other park, then head to Big Bone Lick State Park in northern Kentucky. Big Bone Lick State Park is located in Boone County, only about 30 minutes from Cincinnati....

In Montana, small towns are our pride and joy. If you’re born in raised in the Treasure State, nearly everyone you meet will have come from a town that’s low in population but big on charm. But in a state this vast, it’s easy for some spots to slip under our radar. Boulder is one of them. While many people have heard of Boulder Hot Springs, the town of Boulder itself remains an underrated gem....

Luxury is not just for those born with royal blood. Illinois is home to one of the most majestic castles where you can spend the night with your family, or maybe with just that special someone. Either way, you’ll feel like a king or queen as you look out from your tower or stroll along your reflecting pond after a night of extravagant feasting and relaxation. This a trip for those who love fantasy and wonder....

Odds are if you live in Maryland, you’ve explored several of our state parks and may even have a favorite. There are literally dozens to explore and today we’re highlighting one that’s among the most enchanting. If you haven’t heard of Chapman State Park, be sure to put this unique spot on your to-do list. Chapman State Park is located in Charles County. This Maryland gem offers woodland sights, water views, and historic structures....

Let’s be honest, Northern California has some pretty spectacular beaches. From interesting geological features to dramatic cliffs to white sand that exfoliates your toes, there are so many different and beautiful places to explore. There’s only one beach in the world like the Glass Beach in Fort Bragg, though, and we’re lucky to have it right here in Northern California. One of the most iconic destinations in Northern California, Glass Beach has dazzled generations of visitors and locals alike....

This popular and stunning tourist attraction in San Francisco contains a terrifying and old ghost story. What? The legend of the Stow Lake lady has been around for decades and it is terrifying. Why? Because the Lady of Stow Lake allegedly continues to haunt the area around Golden Gate Park, asking people if they’ve seen her son. Let’s find out more about this terrifying ghost story that will chill you to the bone!...