Maine State

Heather Strout Thompson has been hauling lobster since traps were wooden. Here are her top lobster rolls in her home state of Maine, from Chipman's Wharf to Luke's Lobster. H — Hundreds of years ago, lobsters washed up in droves along what's now Maine's rocky coast, so plentiful and cheap it was fed to prisoners. Today, tourists from all over come to the US's north-easternmost state for the meatiest, sweetest lobster in the world, thanks to its freezing cold waters. And the best lobsters naturally make the best lobster rolls.

Here's where a fourth-generation lobsterman goes for lobster rolls in Maine

In winter of 2022, Maine was accorded the honor of a visit from a Stellar’s sea eagle, a truly incredible raptor with an 8-foot-wingspan that may have been diverted from its migratory path as far away as Russia. Now, it’s the turn of this strange, long-necked “devil bird,” to...

Out-of-Place ‘Devil Bird’ Wows Spectators in Maine, the First Anhinga Ever Seen in the State

Houston, TX

Travel + Leisure

Brisket and bánh mì, crawfish and fried chicken, tacos and tamales — eating well in Houston is a journey across continents. Take your time, and save room.

I Returned to My Hometown of Houston — and Discovered Some of the Country’s Best Restaurants

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Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

Ohio State

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On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Florida State

If you want to retire to these spots you better start saving now.

This Is the Most Expensive Place to Retire in the U.S.

With new luxury hotels, stylish boutiques, and incredible restaurants, Nice is having a moment. Here's why you should visit this summer.

Why Nice Suddenly Feels Like the Coolest Place to Be in the French Riviera

Fingers crossed you sit next to this chef on your next flight.

A Professional Chef Shares the One Thing He Always Flies With to Make His Airplane Meals Taste Better

Everything is under $50 at Amazon and perfect for a weekend getaway.

I’m Taking a Last-minute Trip to the Coast — Here’s What I’m Shopping at Amazon Before I Leave

Virginia State

The special lenses help those with red-green color vision deficiency experience parks in Virginia more vibrantly.

This State Just Installed Colorblind-friendly Viewfinders at All 43 of Its Parks

Your seat selection strategy matters when you're flying in the economy cabin.

How to Get the Best Seat in Coach, According to Experts

Polk County, FL

Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

Amtrak Has 30% Off Fall Tickets Right Now — When to Book

Here's how to plan a trip to Aix-en-Provence that’s "parfait."

This Beautiful French City in Provence Is Known as the City of a Thousand Fountains — and It Has Over 300 Days of Sunshine a Year

Here are the ins and outs of visiting the action-packed Galápagos Islands on a group-travel itinerary, according to one mom who just got back.

Going to the Galápagos Islands on a Group Tour? Here's What to Know

Texas State

These are the best beach towns in Texas for fishing, wildlife spotting, surfing, and relaxing on the sandy shores.

9 Best Beach Towns in Texas, According to Locals

South Carolina State

Explore Beaufort SC

The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Massachusetts State

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(MA) Meet Winks, an adorable and incredibly strong puppy with a heartbreaking origin. Winks was found unmoving on the side of a road with severe injuries. He had several very infected wounds and was barely holding on when his rescuers rushed him to the vet. Once there, x-rays revealed the horrifying truth that Winks had been shot numerous times around his face and neck. These injuries resulted in him having his eye removed. Despite that, Winks has made a miraculous and full recovery. He certainly does not let his handicap slow him down at his new foster home. Winks was truly given a second chance at life, and now all he needs is a family to call his own.

10-Month-Old Dog Who Was Hit In Face Several Times Now Searching For Family

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Sweet, Standalone Waterfront Cottages Are the Star of This Refurbished Maine Resort

Dunes on the Waterfront has been a Southern Maine staple for 88 years — and now it has a fresh...

Sweet, Standalone Waterfront Cottages Are the Star of This Refurbished Maine Resort

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