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A West Virginia small town road was haunted by mysterious sounds for generations. Then one day, the sounds stopped. Read on to find out more about this strange legend and the connection to a well known landmark. In the early 1900s, a young boy was walking down the road in Codger Town in Mingo County, when he heard a horse-drawn wagon approaching behind him. pixabay/947051 He stepped aside to let the wagon pass, only to see that there was no wagon… but the sound continued down the road and across a bridge....

You might complain that your house is old, but trust us, it’s nothing like one of these homes from around Wisconsin in the 1930s. Photogrammar (Yale University) collected a bunch of historic photos from across the United States. Here are some real gems of vintage Wisconsin homes. A child stands in front of the family home near Tipler, Wisconsin in 1937. Russell Lee/Photogrammar This was the home of Max Sparks and family near Long Lake, Wisconsin in 1937....

If you have been married, you know that it can be both one of the hardest, yet best things you ever do. However, when it comes to these eight Colorado towns, it may have been harder than expected, as different resources have reported them as having the highest divorce rates in the state: Salida Wikimedia Commons According to RoadSnacks’s 10 Drunkest Cities in Colorado list, Salida is the 2nd drunkest city in the state because of both its high divorce rate (21....

Just north of Lake Tahoe is a picturesque mountain town that boasts some of the best wild trout fly fishing that the American West has to offer. Whether you consider yourself an expert fisherman (or woman!) or an amateur, you’ll find something to love about the town of Truckee and its namesake, the Truckee River. The Truckee River is the only outlet of Lake Tahoe, which is known worldwide as the “the Jewel of the Sierra....

A decade or so before San Francisco saw an influx of young hippies with flowers in their hair, it was a somewhat quieter city, though one still bustling with revolutionary art, poetry, and jazz. This was the age of the Beats, after all. Fortunately, through film, we can get a sense of what it felt like for people like Jack Kerouac to walk the streets of San Francisco during this time....

Looking for an exciting way to enjoy views of up north? Then perhaps it’s time you take an adventure along our historic Adirondack Scenic Railroad! Featuring four different stations that offer incredible train rides through New York’s scenic areas, it’s impossible not to fall in love with this relaxing adventure. With stations currently operating in Utica and Old Forge, there’s much to be seen on the Adirondack Scenic Railroad. Adirondack Scenic Railroad/Facebook...

Topaz Lake doesn’t get as much attention and acclaim as its big neighbor to the north, Lake Tahoe. It’s a much smaller lake, but it has its own charms and is a picture perfect location for an outdoor adventure. Much like Lake Tahoe, Topaz Lake sits in both California and Nevada. Charley C./Yelp The lake is a reservoir created from the West Walker River and it’s about 3-1/2 miles long and 1-1/2 miles wide....

Crazy, hilarious and strange things are always happening in Alabama. You seriously never know what you’ll see. Listed below are 10 hysterical photos that were taken in Alabama and will leave you laughing out loud. I’m officially SPEECHLESS!!! flickr/Nate Grigg I believe this is some type of ride. It’s quite STRANGE whatever it is! flickr/James Reynolds You NEVER know what you’ll see at Talladega! WOW!!! flickr/o_dmentd_o AWESOME!!! flickr/tealfroglette This photo is FUNNY, GROSS and STRANGE all at the same time!...

New York residents will come together to agree, our state is beautiful during all four seasons of the year. Sure, some of us may enjoy watching the seasons change but none of us are ready to let go of summer quiet yet. Everyone’s summer bucket lists may not look exactly the same, but there’s certain areas of New York that just have to be seen before summer is over, and this incredible state park is one of them!...

When it comes to bar food, it’s hard to top chicken wings. They’re great on any occasion but especially for watching a football or basketball game. Luckily for wings fans, West Virginia has a ton of great options. Here, in no particular order, are 10 of the best places to get wings in the Mountain State. 3rd Base Bar and Grill in Petersburg 3rd Base Bar and Grill/Facebook Management/Tripadvisor This Petersburg sports bar is known for its great wings and wraps....

Are you spending a lot of time outdoors lately? Do you constantly find yourself in beautiful surroundings? Are you almost too happy? If you answered yes to all of the above questions, you may be spending too much time in Florida. Of course, we know it’s actually impossible to spend too much time in Florida. Just for fun, though, we’ve written up a few warning signs that you may have been here too long:...

Ever since my first plane ride many years ago, I’ve been fascinated by aerial photography. I love how detailed everything is. On the ground, streets may be confusing to navigate, but to view them overhead, they look so cool! And bodies of water? Beautiful! Absolutely BEAUTIFUL! Aerial photography definitely captures the beauty of our state in such a unique way, and these 14 jaw-dropping aerial shots taken right here in Alabama prove it....

Massachusetts is an absolutely gorgeous state, and truly exemplifies the natural beauty of this great nation. Check out a few of the places in the Bay State that show off how stunning America really is. The way the lush green grass creeps right up to the shore at Philbin Beach on Martha’s Vineyard is just lovely. Flickr/MOTT The gorgeous marshes and estuaries of Massachusetts are truly a national treasure. The Sandwich boardwalk is a great place to take in the some coastal beauty....

If you were already dreading North Carolina’s summer sounds that are annually created by crickets and frogs, then it might be time to invest in a good set of ear plugs. The spring and summer of 2017 are set to be noisy ones. Hiding right beneath you this entire time, there’s a fleet of insects that are finally ready to emerge from the ground after a long seventeen years. Expected to invade not only the Tar Heel State but also South Carolina and Georgia, another cyclical invasion of cicadas is on its way....

Trains are by far one of the most fun methods of transportation to watch. Whether you’re counting the cars or just admiring the unique designs (and sometimes graffiti), trains are often mesmerizing. Here are some wonderful trains that were caught on camera passing through Minnesota to take you back to the days when train travel reigned supreme. Soo Line Engine 2719 of the North Shore Scenic Railroad heads into Two Harbors billowing steam....

Lights…camera…action…Pittsburgh has become a pretty prominent player in Hollywood these days, with numerous films and television shows shot in the Steel City. But, long before Hollywood rolled down its red carpet in the Burgh, Pittsburghers with stars in their eyes headed to Hollywood and to Broadway, looked toward the NFL, picked up their pens, and climbed the ladder to the top, becoming well-known in Pittsburgh and often internationally. Drum roll, please…here are the 20 most famous celebrities from Pittsburgh:...

Do you have company coming into town and need to figure out a fun activity? Are you a native Denverite who wants to see another side of the city? Or maybe you are a history buff who yearns to learn more about this beautiful state we call home? If you can relate to any of the above—or if you just flat out enjoy trolley rides—you will want to hop aboard the magical and unexpected Banjo Billy Bus Tour....

This beach is the definition of a local hidden gem. Tucked away in Wellfleet, Bound Brook Island beach is one of the most spectacular, secluded spots on Cape Cod. Far from the crowds of the popular shoreside locales, tourists have no clue that this place exists. Many locals haven’t heard of it either, which makes it the perfect spot to escape for a bit of summer relaxation. YouTube/Christopher Setterlund YouTube user “Christopher Setterlund” has put together a great video detailing the beauty of Bound Brook Island Beach....

One of the most thrilling parts of winter is gliding down the side of a snow-covered mountain, as the cold wind whips through your hair, on a tube. Tubing isn’t just a winter adventure anymore. Fernwood Resort boasts an all-season tubing adventure that will transform your summer into one of adventure. Barrel down this epic summer slide in Pennsylvania all summer long. Journey to Fernwood Resort for an unforgettable summer adventure of zipping and zooming down a 400 foot Blue Lightning Tubing slide....

Do I write about pizza often? Yes, yes I do. Why? Because I come from a state with amazing pizza and plenty of options to choose from. I feel like I wouldn’t be doing New Jersey justice if I only featured a handful of what we have to offer. There are some spots almost every local has heard of, from Star Tavern in Orange to Papa’s Tomato Pies in Robbinsville, but some pizzerias have yet to be discovered by the masses....