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Everything You Need To Know About the 2024 Posey County Fair in Southern Indiana
The 165th annual Posey County Fair runs from July 15-20 at the Posey County Fairgrounds in New Harmony, IN. There are plenty of things to see and do throughout the week, including rides, games, exhibits, vendors, animals, concerts and so much more. General admission is $8 per person, although you...
Indiana Target Stores No Longer Accept Personal Checks: Adds Paid Membership Option
Target is changing up the way shoppers check out and pay for purchases. The goal is to provide a faster and more efficient customer experience, but it also seems a little impersonal. Enhanced Express Checkout. Self-checkout is either a love or hate way to pay at Target or any store...
The Remnants of Hurricane Beryl Take Aim on Kentucky and Indiana
Last week, Karla and Daymon Ward of Owensboro were supposed to be spending a vacation week in Jamaica. However, they were forced to cancel their trip because of Hurricane Beryl. The powerful storm had their vacation destination in its sites and the Wards decided to stay at home. Oddly, what's left of that storm is now taking aim on the Tristate area. The Wards (and the rest of us) are likely going to experience some of it after all.
Unwind in Luxury at This Riverfront Airbnb Getaway in Northern Illinois
Craving a nature escape with luxurious amenities? Look no further than this unique riverfront Airbnb boasting a private hot tub and sauna in Cherry Valley, Illinois!. I'm a firm believer that any day is better when it is spent by the water, and it doesn't matter to me where that waterfront experience takes place!
Tennessee Is Home to the Nation’s Largest Underground Lake
If you have visited Mammoth Cave or Lost River Cave, you're already familiar with how it feels to ride on a body of water with a ceiling over your head. It's fascinating experience, but it's certainly not unique to Kentucky cave country. When you plan a getaway to East Tennessee,...
Nicole Kidman, Jamie Lee Curtis to Film Crime Series in Nashville
I recently saw an interview in which Nicole Kidman was a participant, and she was detailing her most reason project. It's a Netflix romantic comedy called A Family Affair, and Kidman says she was seeking something light after a heavy slate of dramas. After sort of LISTING those films and...
Do You Remember This Abandoned Illinois Waterpark With A Funny Name?
In the 1980s this waterpark in Oakbrook Terrace (with a very interesting name) was one of THE places to go in Illinois, and now it lays ruins which are still visible today. Today I came across an article from Only In Your State about an abandoned waterpark in Illinois that was named, (are you ready for this?), Ebenezer Floppen Slopper's Wonderful Water Slides.
This Strange Hot Dog is the Most Googled in Kentucky
Have you ever tried the most Googled hot dog in Kentucky? I've never even heard of it. It's that time of year when folks will be firing up their grill for cookouts with friends and family, especially with the 4th of July being this week. One of the most popular foods that people make is hot dogs. The hot dogs being made at the July 4th BBQ are almost always straight from the grill to the hot dog bun. Pretty basic, really. Once you have your hot dog, you can choose from whatever condiments are available, and off you go. Personally, I prefer a hot dog with some chili and cheese on top of it. I could eat those all day.
Is This Bird Poop or Just a Weird Kentucky Bug?
One of my favorite groups to follow is All Bugs Go to Kevin. I am always learning about new and interesting bugs. Something else I love is that folks share pictures and stories to identify strange things found in the wild. Recently, someone shared a story about being at a...
10 Disgusting Facts About Indiana’s Most Misunderstood Bird
Living in the woods by a former mining strip pit, my backyard is a wildlife haven, packed with raccoons, deer, rabbits, and tons of birds. When I first moved from Kentucky, those big black birds with red heads circling above were a new sight. Turkey vultures - or turkey buzzards as some call them are quite the sight to behold. They're huge, sluggish, and take off like a semi-truck – slow and steady. So, if you see one eating something in the road, slow down if you don't want a big bird plastered across your windshield.
Illinois Residents Getting Sick Because of a Dangerous Parasite
If you've been feeling sick over the past couple of months, it may be due to a parasite that typically causes more illnesses in the summer months. According to the Centers for Disease Control, they're investigating an "outbreak linked to a food source" which causes a diarrheal illness reportedly due to a parasite called Cyclospora cayetanensis, or cyclosporiasis.
Indiana Town Among ‘Most Difficult to Pronounce’ in the Nation
One Indiana town was recently named one of the most difficult to pronounce in the United States. Do you think you know what it is?. I'm sure that you have taken a little road trip in the past and have driven through some towns that greet you with their "Welcome to (insert town name here)" sign. The majority of these towns have pretty normal names. However, there are always some that you will see that will make you laugh out loud.
Two Warrick County Salons Hosting Free Back to School Haircuts
School will be starting up before you know it. If your kiddos need to get a nice haircut before they go back to school, you're in luck!. Summer break is nearing its end. It feels like just yesterday, the kiddos were getting out of school and eager to take advantage of summer. In about a month's time, kids will be returning to school. That means now is the time when parents are planning out their back-to-school shopping lists. Clothes, shoes, and school supplies don't come cheap, especially for those who have multiple children. Some families cannot afford all of the required school supplies. Throw in new clothes for school because they outgrew their clothes from last year, which can put many in a bind...especially with the way the economy has been. Then, you want to make sure your kiddos look presentable before school with a fresh haircut. All of that money adds up, and two Warrick County salons recognize that. So they want to help take a little bit of pressure off of your shoulders by offering free back-to-school haircuts!
Kentucky Now Among the Top 10 Safest States in the U.S.
The Bluegrass State is now ranked among the safest states in the nation thanks to below-average crime rates. My wife and I sold our Kentucky home several months ago when we returned to Indiana to plant our roots, but there are definitely a couple of things I miss about the area. For one, I miss the rolling hills, or "baby mountains," as my wife and I called them. Growing up on flat Hoosier land, anything with an incline was a mountain in our eyes. Our favorite place to visit was a peak called "Pilot Rock," which is about an hour west of Bowling Green. We lived about five minutes away from the best views, so it was always a great place to catch a sunset.
No Pool, No Problem Rent Southern Indiana Pools by the Hour with Swimply
If you are of a certain age the phrase 'Swimming pools and movie stars' takes you back to a time when having a cement pond was a pretty big luxury. Spoiler Alert: Swimming pools are still a very expensive addition to a home that most of us don't have. Rent...
Why Do Some People Put Potato Chips On Their Sandwiches?
When I was a kid, I loved putting potato chips on sandwiches. Something about the combination of salt and additional crunch gave those basic "lunch meat" sandwiches an extra kick. The potato chips made them more fun to eat and, well, more delicious. I'll admit it. The habit of adding...
An Indiana School System Asks Parents to Pick Up the Summer Sun Meals They Order
Summer can be a real challenge for parents, right? It feels like kids never stop eating! Just yesterday, we were driving back from Florida and decided to treat ourselves with a stop at McDonald's (a rare indulgence at our house). They had this deal—$5 for a meal with a double-patty burger, fries, four chicken nuggets, and a drink. My 11-year-old finished her entire meal. As for me, I only managed to eat half of my burger and a few fries. But wouldn't you know it, about 30 minutes later, she polished off the rest of my meal. And then, less than two hours after she ate, she was already saying she was hungry again!
Could an Indiana Cemetery Hold Your Next Baby Name Idea? Some Parents Think So!
Gravestone babies are becoming popular thanks to social media, but what does that mean?. Look, as weird as it sounds, one thing I've always enjoyed is exploring cemeteries. Mostly because they're usually peaceful, and full of history. It's truly amazing what you can learn about a person's life from their headstone. Recently my husband and I took a drive through Oak Hill Cemetery in Evansville to try to find his grandparents' graves. We ended up not finding them, but we found ourselves reading each headstone we passed, and commenting on the names we saw.
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