Autumn in Franklin County, Indiana: A Weekend Guide

Fall is a great time to visit Franklin County, Indiana. See antique tractors in Brookville. Taste famous fried chicken in Oldenburg. Ride the Ghost Train in Metamora. This trip has history, food, and fun for the whole family.

Ashtabula Covered Bridge Festival 2026: A Beautiful Fall Tradition You’ll Love

A wagon pulled by horses is crossing a covered bridge in Ashtabula county during the covered bridge festival in the fall.

The Ashtabula Covered Bridge Festival 2026 transforms Ashtabula County into a celebration of history, craftsmanship, and fall beauty. Nineteen historic bridges stretch across the county, creating a scenic journey that connects past and present. A road cannot carve a path on its own. Rough terrain, water, and ravines can halt progress. A bridge carries us […]

John Gray: The Last Revolutionary War Survivor Called Noble County Home

As America marks 250 years of freedom, Noble County has a story no other place can tell. John Gray lived and died right here. The Sons of the American Revolution officially recognize him as the last verified surviving soldier of the Revolutionary War. He shook hands with George Washington, stood at Yorktown, and called Noble County home until his death in 1868 at age 104. Come see his photo at our local museum — and take a piece of that story home with you.

The Wall That Heals in Belmont County Arrives This October

The Wall That Heals in Belmont Count

The Wall That Heals in Belmont County arrives October 1–4, 2026, bringing a traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and a mobile Education Center. Walk among more than 58,000 names, learn the stories behind the memorial, and honor the men and women who served.

Two North Carolina Towns Time Forgot

Lighthouse in Edenton NC on the Albermarle Sound

Most people race toward the Outer Banks and blow right past two of the most historically rich towns in the South. Edenton and Elizabeth City, NC sit quietly along the Albemarle Sound — no tourist traps, no traffic, just real colonial history and Civil War stories that don’t get told nearly enough. If you love history and hate crowds, this stretch of North Carolina’s Inner Banks is worth the detour.

Morgan County Outdoor Recreation Grows with Appalachian Hills Visitor Center

Morgan County to expands outdoor recreation with a new Appalachian Hills Wildlife Area Visitor Center. The facility will introduce visitors to the region’s landscapes, wildlife habitats, and scenic views, while nearby parks provide opportunities for hiking, fishing, boating, camping, and wildlife watching.