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Although it may not be detailed in every textbook, Arkansas is filled with fantastic stories from the past. Some historical figures’ pasts have been glazed over and others have been nearly forgotten altogether. Let’s look at some of the wild happenings from Arkansas’ history you might not find in history books. The reason why we have a pronunciation law. Flickr/Nicolas Raymond Most folks know we have a silly law that prohibits Arkansas from being pronounced as “Ar-Kansas” but that’s usually the end of the state name trivia....

Clinton is a small town of about about 5 miles from the Illinois state line. It’s a bit too close to Beloit to be called middle of nowhere, but it’s close. It’s the type of place you pass on your way to other spots. But Clinton is home to one of the best little restaurants that you’ve ever seen and it’s well worth a drive to check it out. The small Clinton Kitchen has simple chairs and tables as well as counter service....

When you’ve got the winter blues and your family is going a little stir crazy, there’s only one thing to do: plan a getaway! Luckily, the perfect place for a few days of family fun is just a short drive away in the Poconos. You’ll find an adventure or activity for everyone at Great Wolf Lodge, and you’ll want to come back again and again. Great Wolf Lodge is located at 1 Great Wolf Dr, Scotrun, PA 18355....

If you’re keeping a bucket list of restaurants that you absolutely have to try in Kentucky, it’s likely getting pretty long. But, be sure to save a spot for this quirky dive (pun intended, as you’ll see), in the heart of Louisville. Hammerheads is completely unexpected in the best ways possible with delicious food and a unique atmosphere. So, pull out that list and search for the Hammerhead shark – you’ll be glad you did....

From foreign settlement and King Kamehameha uniting the archipelago to Hawaii’s admittance as the 50th state in America, Hawaii is full of unique history, and there are various towns that have held onto their history through the restoration of historic buildings and areas. For a Hawaiian history buff or anyone who loves adventure, a visit to this coastal town where Hawaii’s history has survived the test of time is an absolute must....

Spokane is a little ghost town in Custer County that was once a mining community. Now, nature is taking over the buildings left behind. Check it out! Spokane was founded in 1890, along with a mine by the same name. Today, several buildings still stand, including a few homes and the schoolhouse. Kevin Kumpf/YouTube The hope was that the mine would produce gold, silver, zinc and other minerals, but it never created much profit....

Northern California is a food lover’s paradise. There’s something for everyone here, no matter what kind of palette you have. Some of the best chefs and greatest restaurants in the country are right here in California. Well, the public market featured here has pretty much every type of food you could imagine. You could spend all weekend perusing the market and stuffing your face….and still not get a taste of it all....

Southern California is home to many fun and memorable adventures that are simply unforgettable. If you’ve run out of ideas for unique things to see and do in SoCal then you’ll be delighted to discover this wolf sanctuary tucked inside one of SoCal’s most charming towns that is well worth a day trip. Welcome to the California Wolf Center! Did you know Southern California was home to a wild wolf sanctuary?...

DC has over 8,000 acres of park which makes it a great city if you love green space. There are absolutely some bigger parks that everyone has heard of and been to like The National Mall and Rock Creek Park. However, they are not the only parks worth visiting in DC! We found 7 secret parks that you probably have never heard of but need to visit! Southwest Duck Pond Yelp/A....

Skagway is on the corner of the Alaska Panhandle, a great place to leave the sea and head inland. This town was the largest in Alaska in 1898, as it is the American access point to the gold fields of the Klondike Gold Rush. People arrived in droves and then had to live together in the brutal, wild west conditions since supplying and maintaining order in town proved challenging. Most prospectors headed out to the Klondike, while some remained in Skagway and lived out their days....

Patios across the state are preparing for another season of outdoor eating. One amazing steakhouse in Missouri is also preparing its patio so visitors can enjoy great food and spectacular views. Michael’s Steak Chalet at the Lake of the Ozarks is a beautiful cliffside restaurant that’s perfect for special occasions. Keep reading to find out where you can get a delicious steak dinner with endless views. Michael’s Steak Chalet has been serving the best steak at the lake since 1994....

Folklore and legends are tightly woven in Arkansas’ history. Sometimes we know for sure a tale is fabricated but other times a ghost story leaves just enough mystery to keep us uncertain. This is one tale that has seemingly been set and solved—but not everything adds up. Poltergeist or troublemaker? We’ll leave that decision up to you. Our story begins at the Shinn farmhouse in Mena in the 1960s. Flickr/Michael Welch The house held Ed Shinn, 72; his wife Birdie, 70; and their recently moved-in grandson Charles Shaeffer, 15....

Have you ever been to Camden, Tennessee? This gorgeous little town sits right in the heart of Eastern Tennessee, a beautiful gem of a town that boasts a water tower and all sorts of southern, small town charm. Still, the city holds a horrifying bit of history that you can visit for yourself – it’s a heartache for the country music community, and a rough patch in southern history. Can you guess the age old accident that happened deep in the woods?...

There are some pretty impressive waterfalls in New Jersey. The Great Falls in Paterson is a personal favorite for its sheer magnitude but there’s one waterfall I enjoy even more. It’s hidden, peaceful and absolutely perfect. You’d expect there to be a waterfall in a town named Little Falls…but where is it? Wikipedia/Magalags Drive all over town and you’ll never find it. There’s no sign, no parking lot, but you will see a fairly new archway reading “Morris Canal Preserve....

Delaware is full of quirky small towns, but there’s one town upstate that’s one of the most unique places in the country! The Utopian village of Arden is home to fewer than 500 residents, and the community is probably the most closely-knit group in the state. The village was founded in 1900 by the famous architect Will Price and renowned sculptor Frank Stephens, who wanted to create a utopian, radical Georgist single-tax community....

Greater Cleveland is a beautiful community, overflowing with stunning landscapes and charming man-made features. However, the winter can seem to dull the excitement of living in such a wonderful region. The truth is, though, that the very weather that keeps us cooped up indoors also reshapes the landscape in a truly splendid way. Nothing beats cabin fever like a tour of the area’s loveliest natural ice sculptures. Twin Sister Falls - Cuyahoga Valley National Park © Gabe Leidy Photography As the only national park in Ohio, Cuyahoga Valley National Park promises to hide spectacular landscape....

As great as Columbus is, we’re definitely not number one in preserving historic buildings. You could say we’ve had some historic building faux pas, but we’re not nearly as bad as you might think! Columbus has a number of the most awe-inspiring churches that feature exquisite architecture. Many of them are on the National Register of Historic Buildings. If you’d like to get a closer understanding of the architecture of some of our oldest churches, here is a very mini Art History lesson....

We all know the Mile High City is like no other. But, what makes our city so unique? Check out these 9 things found in Denver that you simply can’t find anywhere else. Is there any other place in the world where you are greeted at the airport by a 32 foot tall, 9,000 pound demonic horse? I didn’t think so. Flickr/Bo Insogna Blucifer is all ours. This mortuary turned eatery is a one-of-a-kind Denver favorite....

Kansas isn’t just a state full of farmland and towns full of character. While there are some similarities on both sides, there’s a definite difference between an eastern and western Kansan. The changes when you live in different parts of Kansas don’t necessarily separate us, but they’re hard not to notice. Accents soupstance/Flickr Some parts of western Kansas have a southern type accent they get from Oklahoma, but many on the eastern side of things adopt a different accent the closer they get to Johnson county and Kansas City....

There are a lot of stereotypes floating around this city, and most of them need to be put to rest. Some, however, have a glimmer of truth to them. We’re a quirky bunch — it’s okay to admit it! These are nine totally true stereotypes Austinites should just accept as fact. We’re all a little weird. Kevin McKinnerney/Flickr To outsiders, Austinites are definitely a kooky bunch. After you’ve been here a while, though, that weirdness seems less obvious....