Category: American Countryside
The Beginning of the National Ski Patrol
In the years just ahead of World War II, one man had an accident on a wintery mountain. That mishap was one of the key…
The Columbus Chapel
In central Pennsylvania you’ll find a farmstead with quite a story. Some of the artifacts have a tie to a man who sailed the ocean…
Best of 2025: Gypsum County Cemetery
If you happen to drive by the cemetery in Gypsum, Colorado on April 8th, you may find several people serving breakfast. It’s an unusual sight…
Best of 2025: Nathan Hale
His only regret was that he had but one life to give for his country. They are famous words uttered by America’s first spy just…
Best of 2025: Michigan Pancake Town
Occasionally a winter storm will leave motorists stranded and locals will come to their aid. That was the case in one small town in 1937. …
Best of 2025: Chugwater, Wyoming
It is noted to be the longest running image used on a license plate anywhere in the world. The image immortalized a horse and rider…
Best of 2025: The Little White House
If you go to a tropical location, some people might decide to don a floral print shirt. But things got a bit out of hand…
Best of 2025 – Border Line Library
There is a black tape line on the floor of the library in Derby Line, Vermont. Walk inside and cross that line and you’re in…
Where Letters to Santa Go
When I was in elementary school we wrote letters to Santa. Maybe you did the same thing once upon a time. Where did that letter…
Santa Claus House
We all know that Santa lives at the North Pole. But for awhile, Santa was living at the Davis Railroad Siding. No it doesn’t quite…
