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Growing More Than Followers: How One Charity Is Cultivating a Self-Sufficiency Revolution
There’s an old saying that you don’t truly grow until you plant something that outlives you. For millions of digital natives scrolling through an overstimulated and over-commodified internet…
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The Otter and the Brass: SoHo’s New Hotel Restaurants
The Otter and The Brass are charming hotel restaurants in The Manner and Evelyn Hotels, run by moonlighting chefs. Their menus focus on freshly prepared seafood and culinary classics with a twist.
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The Best College Town In Mississippi
Oxford, Mississippi, is "The Cultural Mecca of the South." It is home to the University of Mississippi and embodies what a college town should be. Ole Miss is consistently ranked as the best university in the Magnolia State and ranks in the top 200 in the nation.
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Putnam Lodge: Historic Hotel in Old Florida
The historic Putnam Lodge is in the small company town ofShamrock, Florida, though the area is widely known as Cross City, the name of the neighboring town. Built in 1924-25, the hotel has a multifaceted history…
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A Look Back At Guy Fieri's Friendship With Smash Mouth's Steve Harwell
The music world lost another iconic entertainer today. Steve Harwell, the frontman for the band Smashmouth passed away at his home after battling health issues for the last two years.
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The Barbecue Guide: Types of Barbecue and Sauces By Region
Barbecue, commonly abbreviated as BBQ, has gained an almost legendary status in the US. Both the cooking method and the sauces and rubs used to marinate the meat have many regional variations…
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Key West: How Ernest Hemingway and Julius F. Stone, Jr. Shaped a Resort Town
Key West, originally Cayo Hueso, has a long and storied history, which includes Native Americans, pirates, and the US military. The transition from sleepy fishing town to the world-class resort we know today was the result of a now largely forgotten…
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13 Unforgettable Small Towns to Visit in Florida
Florida is one of the most diverse and eclectic states in North America. The topography, diversity, and natural beauty are stunning. Because of its diverse landscape, it is a tourist destination and a retirement haven. While the bigger cities like Miami and Tampa are well known…
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An Eco Tour Through Florida's Nature Coast
As a native Floridian, I have long been mesmerized by the Big Bend area. The vast pine forests, salt marshes, and unspoiled natural land have called to me for quite some time. I jumped at taking an eco-tour through parts of the region using an ATV, a kayak, and mosquito spray.