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Mississippi boasts some amazing historic sites, including one of the oldest homes in the U.S. Now a restaurant known as Mary Mahoney’s, you can actually dine inside the historic structure – and you’ll be in good company. Over the years, Mary Mahoney’s has had its fair share of famous patrons. Mary Mahoney’s, which is also known as the Old French House, is in Biloxi. Diane Cross/Google One of the oldest homes in America, it was built circa 1737 – almost 40 years before the American Revolutionary War!...

There are small towns in Utah that you don’t come across unless you are meaning to drive through them. Panguitch, located in southern Utah, is one of these small towns. It is a rural town with farmland and beautiful mountains surrounding it. This area has a rich pioneer history and signs of its past are still evident throughout the town today. In fact, much of Panguitch’s Main Street is on the National Register of Historic Places....

A 25,000-square-foot mansion isn’t something you necessarily expect to find rotting away in the middle of an Iowa field. And a mansion built for Roseanne Barr no less! Yet that’s exactly what’s happening to Roseanne Barr’s half-built home outside of Eldon, Iowa. Roseanne Barr is best-known as the star of the popular 1990s sitcom “The Roseanne Show” that portrayed a working-class, Midwest American family. The show was a hit, running for over a decade....

Amtrak’s daily 12-hour route from Washington, D.C. to Vermont is called the Vermonter. And while it would take a full day to travel the entire route, you’ll be on the train for a lot less time if you’d like to see the foliage in southern Vermont. Per Amtrak’s schedule, the ride from Brattleboro to White River Junction takes exactly 1 hour and 19 minutes. The ride through this part of the Green Mountain state goes through Bellow Falls, Claremont, and Windsor Mt....

Need some new gear or clothes for your next outdoor adventure? Make a day of it at the Scheels location in Billings, one of 31 nationwide. This 220,000-square-foot retail center is so much more than a store; it’s an adventure to match the one you’re buying for! You may even forget why you came, with so many unusual features for a store. A 65-foot Ferris wheel dominates the main lobby and should be your first clue that this isn’t your average sporting goods store....

If you find yourself walking down 12th Avenue South sometime soon, you’ll most likely feel almost overwhelmed with the large array of dining options available. Tacos! Cookies! Coffee! One of the most arresting sights along the street, however, is the rustic-inspired Butter Milk Ranch, a newly opened eatery that serves unique fare in a truly stunning space. Even if you just have the time to stop by for a quick croissant to go, we have a feeling the well-designed space will have you aching for a return trip....

Something about cooler weather makes us crave certain kinds of foods. Chili is one of them… and so is German food. For an absolutely enchanting German-themed occasion, head to downtown Simpsonville where you’ll find Unterhausen The Castle Cellar Pub only steps from Main Street. Let’s take a peek at this German themed pub in South Carolina: Located on the corner of Main Street and E. Curtis Street sits a unique dining and all-occasion establishment you’ll want to add to your bucket list....

Bourbon is an inextricable and iconic part of Kentucky culture. But there’s a place in Kentucky that’s taking the Bluegrass bourbon experience to another level entirely. With a tagline of #EatYourBourbon, Bourbon Barrel Foods is putting Kentucky’s favorite spirit front-and-center for everyday meals and snacks. From bourbon-spiked bitters to bourbon-infused sauces, bourbon-roasted coffees to bourbon-soaked peanuts, Bourbon Barrel Foods is making bourbon part of Bluegrass cuisine and Sunday suppers… and we’re here for it!...

What do you think of when you think of good barbecue? Maybe it’s moist, delicious brisket smoked for hours on end and served with Texas toast. Maybe it’s prime rib, slow-cooked all day and served with au jus. Maybe it’s steaks, chops, or corn on the cob. Loaded baked potatoes, maybe? Or, it could be ribs that come to mind – ribs so incredibly tender and perfect they fall off the bone before you even try and bite into them, slathered in a flavorful sauce, leaving you begging for seconds and thirds....

Life is busy and sometimes it’s hard to fit in all of the things we want to do into a single day. If you’re short on time but still need your nature fix, you want to go hike the best hikes in Rhode Island. Here are eight hikes under one mile that will treat you to the sights and sounds of the outdoors without taking up hours of your time. Take a break and get outside even if it’s only for a little while....

When it comes to fun facts about New Jersey, we’d like to consider ourselves experts! Here are a few of the most unusual tidbits about Garden State history that often get overlooked by the books and in classrooms. The Atlantic City Boardwalk is the oldest, and the longest, in the world. Flickr / Marco Verch Have you ever walked the full length? It’s six miles, so it’s a pretty long trek!...

It doesn’t matter whether it’s October or not, at Cocktails & Screams in Florida, it’s Halloween all year long. This Halloween-themed pub in Orlando is as hauntingly fun as it gets. It’s just not the drinks that make this place insanely fun, but also all of the detail throughout that really brings it to life. Get ready for a one-of-a-kind spooky atmosphere, incredibly detailed drinks, and a most memorable night out at Orlando’s only Halloween-themed bar....

There are just some places that end up, no matter how beautiful they are, rumored to be intensely haunted. There can be all sorts of reasons for this; the place might be marred by tragedy or have a particularly dark history. It might be socially or culturally significant in some way, or perhaps it’s just a favorite subject among youngsters who make up spooky stories for fun to frighten their friends....

Florida doesn’t really go through the seasons like other parts of the country, which really just means it’s one of the best places to enjoy a road trip no matter the time of year. Since The Sunshine State has so many wonderfully scenic spots worth perusing, we’ve come up with a road trip that will delight you whether it’s winter or summer. The entire road trip takes about 525 miles to complete and around 10....

Chama is one historic mountain town in New Mexico that is often overlooked when searching for the perfect day trip destination or an overnight stay location. This small town is home to just over 1,000 individuals and has scenery that is difficult to compare. While Chama is a wonderful place to visit all year long, the fall is when it truly shines. Believe us, you won’t want to miss the sights that emerge during the autumn months in this beautiful area....

At a time when more and more people tend to read on some sort of electronic device, many still love the feel and experience of holding an actual book in their hands. Large bookstores, and even smaller local ones, are harder and harder to find, and it’s important that we support those that are still around. The Friends of the Lexington Public Library, an active non-profit, is doing their part with the Friends Book Cellar....

There’s often nothing better than that delicious first sip of a milkshake. Whether you enjoy the nostalgia of a classic shake or the art of an over-the-top shake piled high with a variety of other colorful desserts, we’ve handpicked some of the best places you can go for one of these ice cream creations in Illinois. Take a look: Crusade Burger Bar Phil G/TripAdvisor Natalie Simon/Google This gourmet restaurant isn’t just an awesome place to get burgers....

Do you have a long weekend coming up and looking to explore some of what the Prairie State has to offer? Well, there’s a lot to explore here, but we’ve narrowed it down to a list of just seven places to get you started. Whether you prefer the hustle and bustle of city life or want to slow down a bit out in nature, here are a few ideas for some memorable long weekend getaways in Illinois....

A waterfront in Eau Claire greets visitors with an impressive sight. A huge statue of Paul Bunyan and his sidekick Babe the Blue Ox call a city park home, as they have for decades. It’s just one of the attractions in Carson Park and it’s a photo-worthy reason to pay this little park a visit. Get your camera and walking shoes – here’s what’s waiting for you in Carson Park....

Editor’s Note: Mac’s Dough House has been permanently closed since the publication of this article. Who doesn’t love a piping hot plate of mac & cheese? Not only is it the tastiest comfort food ever, but it’s not just for children anymore — loaded mac & cheese dishes are popping up everywhere, and we couldn’t be happier. If you have yet to make it to Mac’s Dough House in Louisville, you’re really missing out....