Here comes spring! Who can resist spending time outdoors when the warm sunshine and gentle breezes return? One of the best ways to feel the sun on your skin and to breathe in the fresh air is to hit one of the many rail trails, that follow now-defunct railway routes, around Pittsburgh. Whether you plan to hike, bike, or go on a leisurely stroll, these seven rail trails near Pittsburgh are picture perfect....
While Oregon is generally considered to be a safe place to live, there’s no denying that we have had more than our fair share of infamous crimes. Over the years, an untold number of chilling homicides have taken place in the Beaver State, with many making headlines nationwide. The following 8 famous cases will not be forgotten any time soon. Diane Downs, 1983 Wikimedia/public domain On May 19, 1983, Diane Downs turned up at the McKenzie-Willamette Hospital in Springfield claiming that she had been carjacked and shot in the arm....
Want to take a tour back into the recent past? How does traveling along Route 66 through New Mexico sound? Most of the road is now part of Interstate 40 but you can still enjoy some old and new sights located along the old highway! Here are some of the sights that stand out for their unique touch of Americana, from west to east. El Morro Theater, Gallup Don Barrett/Flickr Located in one of New Mexico’s most iconic Route 66 towns, Gallup, this historic theater is one beautiful sight!...
Nashville has become a bit of a foodie mecca in recent years. Restaurants are redesigning their spaces to be more, “social media friendly” and new bars are popping up on the daily. You really can’t keep up! We decided to throw it back a little bit, to a time when Nashville was a bit smaller and sweeter. When folks showed up at a diner because their friends were there, too, or they simply didn’t want to make a pancake themselves....
Indianapolis is bursting with awesome places to explore, from sporting arenas and event centers to museums and restaurants. While the city has definitely grown over the years, it can be a little nostalgic when you look back on great places that no longer exist. Here are 9 places that are long gone from Indy that every Hoosier misses. The Hoosier Dome Josh Hallett/Wikimedia The Hoosier Dome (later renamed the RCA Dome) was the home of our beloved Colts from 1984 until 2007....
South Carolinians don’t turn their backs on a good reason to celebrate. And this one is fantastic! Oktoberfest provides a nice contrast to the seafood and BBQ festivals that bring us together in various locations from the coast to the mountains throughout the year. Whether you’re a beer drinker or not, you’ll find so much to see and do at the following Oktoberfest celebrations right here in the Palmetto State:...
Baltimoreans are unique, especially when it comes to our food. Seafood is an important part of our culture and you’ll find it on nearly everything, and there are other unique food combinations that anyone outside of Charm City just won’t understand. Check out the following list and see how many of these kooky combos you’ve eaten. Sauerkraut with Thanksgiving dinner Flickr / dustingrzesik This tradition has been passed on through the decades in Charm City, from generation to generation....
Are you new to the state and wondering what your Delaware love life may look like? Or has your summer fling from Nalu at Dewey Beach turned into more than just a fling? Regardless of how you found yourself dating a Delawarean, welcome to the best kind of life – a Delaware lifestyle suits just about everyone. Here are a few things you really ought to know about life with a Delaware date....
There are some places you can visit where you feel as though you stepped back in time as soon as you step through the door. The Pioneer Auto Museum in Murdo is just such a place. If you love history or cars (or both!) this place is pure heaven. The Pioneer Auto Museum opened in 1954, and now houses more than 300 vintage cars, motorcycles and tractors. Tina F/Tripadvisor The museum is located at 503 5th Street in Murdo....
Some restaurants in the Tar Heel State certainly stand out from the rest, and this floating establishment is tops on that list. Sometimes, you merely want to refuel when you’re seeking a place to dine. But for those times when you want the full experience – and an unforgettable view thrown in, too – then head to the coast and climb aboard this floating barge for an experience like no other!...
West Virginia is essentially comprised of small towns. And small is often a good thing; the larger a city gets, the more dangerous it tends to be. There are many factors that have to be taken into account when considering what deems a place happy: safety, economy, job availability, divorce rate, median income, poverty rate, etc. Based on these, it is safe to say whether the people in a certain place are happy or not....
Give a man a grill, and he can cook anything. At least that seems to be the edict of the owner of DEM 2 Brothers and a Grill, the best barbecue in Charleston. DEM 2 Brothers and a Grill, located in Charleston, has been the BBQ staple of Virginia Street for five years. Locals call it “The best smelling corner in Charleston.” DEM 2 Brothers and a Grill The restaurant’s owner and head chef is former Tampa Bay Buccaneers Running Back Adrian “Bay” Wright....
While the month of January seemed to somehow feel like an entire year itself, it’s exciting to think about all of the exciting adventures that we have time to take before 2018 is over. One of our favorite things to do here at Only In Your State is to help put together bucket lists for you. So to make sure that you have the most unforgettable year that you possibly can, here are some of the most breathtaking spots in our state that you can’t put off visiting any longer....
Texas has a funny way of producing amazing hole-in-the-wall, mom-and-pop restaurants that deviate from the monotony of chains that make up the majority of dining options. This one particular tiny town, Johnson City, has quite a few eateries that remain unmatched in terms of flavor, service, and atmosphere – an amazing feat considering its population of a mere 2,000. Here are just a few of them: Pecan Street Brewing Yelp/Dottie M....
Ask most people to say the first thing that comes to mind when they hear “Area 51,” and chances are they will respond with “aliens.” This mysterious area has become synonymous with intergalactic travel and the mystical lore surrounding the possibility of aliens remains a popular topic — especially in Nevada because, after all, this is where Area 51 is found. But most people truly aren’t aware of the remarkable history of this mysterious area....
One of America’s most famed natural phenomena might not happen in 2018. According to the San Francisco Chronicle, Yosemite National Park’s iconic “firefall” event isn’t a sure thing this year. “Firefall” is a special time when the waters of Horsetail Falls seemingly transform into a flaming cascade over the El Capitan rock formation. Though it looks as if the waterfall has suddenly turned to lava, the fiery torrent is really an optical illusion caused by the light of the setting sun hitting the water at just the right angle....
Hiding in the small town of Ammansville, Texas is one of the most stunning churches in the south. Saint John the Baptist Church is a house of worship unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Read on to learn more about this majestic church and the story behind it. Located far down a remote farm road in the tiny community of Ammansville, Saint John’s is one of the iconic painted churches of Texas....
Winter is upon us, but there’s no need to hide inside for the next three months. True New Hampshirites know that winter is the best time of year to have an adventure, and a little cold weather and some silly snowflakes won’t stop us. If you’re looking to embrace the season this year, we have an adventure that you absolutely have to take. Whether you’re an expert snowmobiler or you’ve never sat on one in your life, SledVentures has an outing for you....
Massachusetts is no stranger to disasters, both natural and manmade. However, one particular Bay State accident ranks among the most deadly in the nation’s history. Here’s how the Great Boston Fire of 1872 changed the face of our state’s capital forever. The Great Boston Fire was one of the worst disasters to ever strike Massachusetts. Wikimedia Commons/Getty It leveled a huge chunk of the city and destroyed many colonial-era buildings. At the time, fire alarms were kept behind locked boxes to people were unable to trip them and alert others to the spread of the flames....
On a dreary Cincinnati day, sometimes you just want to head to a location that reminds you of the warmth and sunshine of summer. The second half of winter can drag on in the Tristate, so when you’ve got a major case of the indoor blues, we have the perfect beach-themed restaurant to visit. The Lagoon Saloon is located just across the river in Ludlow and is a local gem of a bar and grill....
