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So, Tennessee is awesome – we know that. It’s what we don’t exactly know, however, that makes this place so dang special. Curious about the strange and odd and a little bit shocking from our very own Volunteer State? Then take a look! Naturally, Tennessee has crops. But can you name the top three? Down here you’ll be finding a lot of corn, cotton, and soy beans! The geographical location is prime for farmers, and 80% of the land is for farming....

You know the feeling. You’re out of town on business or on vacation and you strike up a conversation with someone who finds out you’re from West Virginia. You brace yourself for the questions because you know exactly what they’re going to ask… How far do you live from Richmond? S. A. Mitchell Jr. Sigh. I don’t actually live in Virginia. I live in a whole other state. Oh, I have a friend who lives in Virginia, do you know ______?...

Close your eyes for a moment and think about what school looks like today. Between your experience, your children’s experience, and maybe your grandchildren’s experience, you likely have a few different pictures in your head. Do you know what school life looked like in the early 1900’s? I’ve done some digging and Indiana schools in the early 1900s may shock you. Here are some incredible photos from that time. Children coming home from school in May of 1936 to their Decatur Homestead....

Whether you were born here or moved here later, there are certain things that every West Virginian does at some point. How do you know if you’re an official West Virginian? Here are a few ways: You know at least part of the words to “Country Roads.” RCA Records You have a picture of you somewhere on a mountain trail overlooking a valley. You’ve eaten a Tudor’s Biscuit and pepperoni rolls....

Here in the Treasure State, you don’t have to go far to see natural beauty. And in some cases, you can see it as soon as you step out of your car. These are a few examples of some of Montana’s natural wonders that are always in plain view. The Rocky Mountain Front Sam Beebe / Flickr The Rocky Mountain Front is a geologic and ecosystem area that stretches from Alberta through Montana, Wyoming and Colorado....

While some find darkness eerie, night can be exceptionally beautiful, especially for stargazers like myself. Looking at the stars, and sometimes getting a glimpse of the Milky Way, can put many things into perspective. I love looking at the night sky, but if you’re in the city or near bright lights, you might not have that crystal clear luxury. But fret not because these 10 photographers captured some beautiful images of the night sky in North Carolina to share with the world....

Now that spring seems to be here, it’s time to dust off your hiking boots and head to the trails. However, if you’re looking for a hike that’s easy enough to ease you back into it, but still has jaw-dropping views, then the the Chimney Top Rock Trail in the Red River Gorge is the hike for you. It may be short and sweet, but the views at the end are stunning....

As autumn makes its official debut, the hot summer days slowly give way to crisper temperatures and a rustic landscape. Enjoy the season by hitting this hiking trail that will take you past quaint bridges, a picturesque waterfall, and shimmering water. Breathe in the fresh autumn air on what just might be the most beautiful hike in all of Pennsylvania. The Wissahickon Valley Park Trail in Philadelphia stretches seven miles along asphalt and gravel paths and welcomes hikers, bicyclists, and even horseback riders....

What do you get when you combine the vibe of a lazy river tube ride and lush, tropical mountain landscapes? Mountain tubing on Kauai, of course! This incredible trek takes adventurers tubing through an old sugar cane plantation irrigation canal and tunnel system – and it looks absolutely spectacular. Perfect for individuals of all ages, the tubing tours are operated by Kauai Backcountry Adventures, located in Lihue. Visitors are fitted with helmets, headlamps, gloves and shoes before setting out on the 2....

There are a lot of restaurants that are said to have some extra spirits wandering around, but perhaps none is as infamous as Muriel’s restaurant on Jackson Square. This legendary haunted restaurant in New Orleans is filled with hidden secrets that are sure to give you a thrill! Muriel’s prime location in New Orleans has made it part of the history of the city from the very beginning. facebook.com/murielsjacksonsquare Originally, the location was the home of one of the original explorers that helped found New Orleans, Claude Trepagnier....

In Northern Alaska, people generally survive by using a combination of modern store-bought goods and traditional ways of living off the land. One of the key parts of subsistence, especially in the Arctic, is hunting wild animals for meat and sharing with your community. In Northern Alaska, this includes whaling, a practice that Iñupiat people have engaged in for a thousands of years. Nalukataq is a thanksgiving harvest celebration for the whaling season....

This fun look back at life in South Carolina in the 1950s is a heartwarming reminder of how family has always been at the heart of the quality of life in South Carolina. Table Rock State Park was built in the 1930s on land donated by Pickens County and the City of Greenville. Flickr/Mike Burton The park boasts two lakes and a beach that’s a popular spot for cooling off in the summer....

There are many factors that a restaurant truly unique, from excellent food to an exceptional setting to an interesting history surrounding the establishment. The Galleria De Paco in Waterloo meets all of these criteria, and more. Check out the Iowa restaurant that’s one of the most unique in America. If you’ve always wanted to visit the Sistine Chapel, but you just don’t have the kind of money for a trip to Europe, the Galleria De Paco is the perfect place for you....

Nevada played an important role in the testing of nuclear weapons during the “Atomic Age.” The landscape of the state now bears the scars of that activity, sometimes in spectacular ways. By Federal Government of the U.S/National Nuclear Security Administration Nevada Site Office Photo Library via Wikimedia Commons The purpose of the test was part of a larger program, Operation Plowshare, which sought to investigate the usefulness of nuclear weapons for civilian goals....

Indiana is definitely a quirky state full of unexplained phenomena. From the Kokomo hum to alleged UFO sightings, there’s a lot of weirdness floating around the Hoosier state. However, nothing quite compares to the craziest thing to happen to this little town, that still has no clear explanation. wikimedia Odon, Indiana is a small town of approximately 1300 residents in Daviess County. It’s a quiet, relatively peaceful town where not many strange or mysterious events occur....

Oklahoma is full of magical places where the topography will take your breath away, and one of the most enchanting places in the Sooner State is the Arbuckle Mountains. This majestic mountain range is located in the south-central portion of the state and stretches 35 miles east-to-west. If you’ll be visiting this area of the state, add the mountains to your bucket list right away. The Arbuckle Mountains are an ancient range that features rolling hills, waterfalls, creeks, lakes, caves, hiking trails and stunning beauty....

Nothing hits the spot quite like an ooey-gooey grilled cheese sandwich. These heavenly delights are loved by people of all ages, and while all you really need is two pieces of bread, some butter and a slice of cheese, sometimes a little something extra can take this classic dish from good to out of this world. If you’re looking for a place that has mastered the art of the grilled cheese, the Woodstock Farmers Market has a following for this classic treat....

Whether you think Doomsday will be started by zombies or acts or war, preparation is always key. If you’d like to know where to hide in the Hoosier state to help survive Doomsday, here are 8 cities where you’ll have the best chance: Metamora wikimedia Metamora is a quiet, rural town with less than 300 people. It’s the ideal place to hide out until things get better, or to hunker down for the long haul....

Have you always found yourself yearning for the stage? Missing those dancing years, when you were four and plodded along with those graceful few, just to give your mom a good picture? Well, those graceful ballet kids are all grown up and dancing, PLUS they’re offering a bit of dreamy insight into their dancing world. How? Classes at the Nashville Ballet. This awesome activity in Nashville will make all your dreams come true....

Looking for a bit of peace and quiet? It’s not difficult to find in Arizona—a state with vast amounts of rural space and wilderness—but if you’re looking for a place for a stroll and a bit of spiritual inquiry, there’s no place like visiting a large church property. Today, we’re going to take a look at one place in central Arizona that is also a functioning monastery. Saint Anthony’s Greek Orthadox Monastery is located at the far end of Florence, about 1....