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Because Alabama is located on the Gulf Coast, it’s no surprise that many families choose to spend their spring and summer vacations at the beach. In fact, many families are currently in Gulf Shores for Spring Break, or they’re planning to spend their summer vacation there. Prior to heading home from the beach, vacationers will most certainly want to visit Souvenir City to buy gifts for friends and/or family members who couldn’t come along....

The winter of 2007-2008 was particularly severe, with heavy snow. Heavy rains started during the last week of April, and in May of 2008, one of the largest tornado outbreak sequences on record in Iowa brought huge amounts of rain. The governor indicated that this massive Iowa flood, which affected most of the state, was the tenth worst disaster in U.S. history. The Iowa National Guard did a great deal to help with sandbagging efforts....

There’s an epic donut shop in Illinois that serves up some mind-blowing creations. You’ll go absolutely bonkers for these delicious rings of fried dough. Start your mornings in the best way with a trip to this one-of-a-kind bakery. Keep scrolling to see what all they have in store for you. Established in 2013, Pandamonium Doughnuts in Champaign serves up pastries that will leave you absolutely flabergasted. It recently opened a brand new storefront at the Windsor Galleria, and you have to check it out....

We can’t praise the sandwich enough: it’s portable, versatile and oh-so-good no matter what you put on it. Here’s a little sandwich shop in Fayetteville that will keep you coming back for more. The Secret Sandwich Society is no secret to the residents of Fayetteville. This place has been serving up gourmet sandwiches since 2010. Jay W./Yelp You’ll find it at 103 Keller Avenue in Fayetteville. You’ll love the laid-back vibe of this cool little sandwich shop....

Astounding beauty lies within the borders of Oklahoma, but most people don’t take the time to get out and enjoy the gorgeous scenery. If there’s one place I would tell you to explore in the Sooner State, it would be the Talimena National Scenic Byway. On your way to the byway, stop into the gateway city – Talihina – a small, hilltop town overflowing with charm and beautiful surroundings. Take a look:...

Riding on a carousel is pure magic. From picking out the perfect horse, to circling around and waving to friends with lively music in the background, you can’t help but be filled with joy. The Denver Pavilions takes this wonderful experience over the top by offering carousel rides during the already exciting holiday season. The Denver Pavilions Holiday Carousel can easily be found lighting up the intersection of Glenarm and 16th street....

The holiday season is a great time of year to be a Washingtonian. Many of our cities go all out with events and light displays, the most impressive of which is happening right now. If you’ve never seen the Lights of Christmas in Stanwood, you have until December 30 to see it for yourself. With over 1 million lights being featured, this is the largest display in the Pacific Northwest....

Carnation is a (very) small city in King County, home to less than 2,000 people. It’s charming and peaceful, rarely drawing attention from the rest of the state. But in 2007, it was the sight of one of the most brutal family murders in our state’s history. Carnation is less than an hour away from Seattle, but it’s the opposite of Washington’s biggest city — quiet, laid back, and a place where everybody knows everyone else’s name....

If you’ve lived in Massachusetts for any amount of time, you’re no stranger to the fact we’ve got some pretty unusual place names. Some of them sound dirty, some of them are hilarious and some are just plain baffling. Luckily, most of them are attached to towns that are actually pretty cool. Here are a few of the towns in Massachusetts with the weirdest names that are still worth a visit....

New Jersey is such a fascinating state. We’ve got so many gorgeous places, but some spots seem straight out of a horror movie. No, I’m not talking about Camden. Deep in our Pine Barrens, you may come across the Jersey Devil, but up north…I hear you may come across something even worse. It doesn’t look too sinister at first glance… Facebook/Camp No-Be-Bo-Sco But a slasher wanders these woods! You see, this is Camp No-Be-Bo-Sco, forever engraved into cinematic history....

New Jersey has some pretty incredible restaurants, many with spectacular facades and enchanting interiors. But not all of our best eateries look as if they’re straight from a storybook. You don’t need fancy looks to serve up fantastic food, and this one diner in Monmouth County is proof. We love our diners here in New Jersey and they’re not necessarily known for their looks. Facebook/Jefferson Diner We care more about the atmosphere, service, and food....

There’s nothing wrong with Dunkin’ Donuts or Krispy Kreme but it’s nice to have something different every once in a while. Lucky for us, New Jersey is home to some pretty amazing donut shops. From Glaze Donuts in New Milford to Four Season Donuts in Pennsville, you can find the most spectacular sweet treats all over the state. Curiosity Doughnuts in Stockton, Brown’s in Ocean City and McMillan’s Bakery in Westmont are also iconic, ranking among the best in America....

Most Idahoans are unaware of this area in central Idaho that is home to hundreds of wild horses who roam its valleys and hills. Horse lovers travel from all over the state to view these majestic animals in their natural surroundings. The horse is a true symbol of the Wild West and Idaho wouldn’t be complete without them! Among the desert hills outside of beautiful Challis, Idaho is a substantial population of wild horses, among other types of wildlife including deer and antelope....

When you’re looking for an old-fashioned meal served in a spot with plenty of character, look no further than Brent’s Drugs in Jackson. This retro diner has been in business for more than 70 years and is a local landmark. Read on to learn more about visiting this awesome ‘50s restaurant. Brent’s Drugs is a retro diner in Jackson that feels straight out of the 1950s. Facebook/Brent’s Drugs It was featured in the movie “The Help” and has the most charming vintage vibe, complete with checkered tile floors and vinyl booths....

If you love the thrill of hunting down bargains and treasures, then you’ll want to head to this tiny Southern California desert town where you’ll find tons of antique stores just waiting to be discovered. From rare pieces of furniture to fun and quirky vintage housewares, you’ll soon discover why you should head to this one tiny SoCal town for a day of antiquing and vintage shopping. The next time you’re seeking the perfect place to go on an antiquing day trip in SoCal, you’ll want to head to the tiny town of Yucca Valley in San Bernardino County....

Nevada is chock full of amazing hiking trails. From Lamoille Canyon to Great Basin National Park to Lake Tahoe and everywhere in between, there are some truly stellar hikes. However, given that autumn has arrived and the temperatures are cooling, this article highlights fairly short seasonally appropriate hikes with spectacular end views. Therefore, many of them are, indeed, in the southern part of the state where the temperatures are a bit milder....

You can admit it: sometimes a funny meme poking fun at Dallas – Fort Worth and our Lone Star State is all we need to see to brighten our day. That’s because they are short, sweet, and have a wry humor.. .something we all need from time to time. Here are 18 great ones that will give us locals a guffaw or two… Is this a problem? mockingnurd/imgur This drink is king....

Sure, everyone knows about the Ghosts of Woodburn and the creepy happenings at Fort Delaware, but you might not be aware of some of these other haunted places in Delaware, where creepy, unexplained activities have led locals to insist that ghosts still roam around. The Lewden House, Christinana, Wilmington Delaware Public Archives The historic Lewden House, built in 1770, has long been a local legend and rumors of ghosts, apparitions, and unexplained sights have surrounded the property for nearly as long as it has been standing....

Want to make an upcoming dinner unforgettable? If you’re searching for a unique experience that’s so much more than just sitting down to eat, you’re in luck. Here are a few places in Florida where your meal is served with a side of adventure: The Jungle Queen River Cruise, Fort Lauderdale Yelp/business owner Jungle Queen Riverboat Cruises has actually been in business since 1935. In the 1950s, it grew and added more and more attractions, including dinner and a stop on a “tropical isle,” along with a vaudeville show....

North Dakota’s history goes back quite a ways. Even though none of us alive today were there when the state was granted statehood in 1889, we can still go back in time and see what it was like for ourselves with the amazing technology that is photography. Let’s jump back a century ago and see what the Peace Garden State looked like from 1918 and earlier. Some of these photos are so different from today that they may shock you....