An art mecca in Texas Population: 1,747 Set in the Middle of Nowhere, Texas, Marfa became an art-world darling when Donald Judd moved there in 1971. Since then, artists from around the world have been drawn to the town, which is now home to the Chinati Foundation, the Judd Foundation...
5 cost of living:120 unemployment rate:4.5% crime rate:9.2 the city of davis is located in the central valley of northern california in yolo county, just over ten miles from the big city of sacramento. davis has been recognized as one of “america’s best biking cities” and is home ...
New fires erupt in northern Texas; evacuation of small towns ordered
Lake O’ the Pines is one of the finest lakes in Texas in the heart of the Piney Woods of East Texas. There are lots of little communities hidden in the coves of the lake and several planned communities. Its housing market is tight, but there is a diverse range of prices for lots an...
getty images 12/55 cashiers, north carolina silver run falls, in the heart of this blue ridge mountains town—63 miles southwest of asheville and at about 3,500-feet elevation—is just one of the natural beauties. photo: getty images 13/55 marfa, texas within the last decade, artists and...
In 1846 the United States went to war with Mexico and Mexico was forced to give up its Northern territories in 1848. This opened the Southern Rocky Mountains to American settlement, including what is now the lower part of Colorado. People searching for gold in 1849 and 1850 were led to ...
Everything's bigger in Texas, or so they say, but thestate's small townsoffer a little bit of everything: think rolling vineyards, sandy beaches, and a ton of history.Dripping Springs, not far from Austin, is home togreat distilleries, a historic downtown, and a live music scene, plus...
Gardiner is a quaint town on the northern edge of Yellowstone National Park. It has been the only year-round entrance to the park since 1872. The town has an Old West feel and natural beauty that make for a laidback retreat. Gardiner has numerous bars that share an authentic Western feel...
in from the campus and the city, that’s a great place." But there's more to Boone than football. The small mountain town has abundant access to hiking trails, backcountry camping and other outdoor pursuits. Nearby is Grandfather Mountain, one of the tallest peaks in the Blue Ridge,...
Nestled in Texas Hill Country, Fredericksburg is known for its wineries, German history, and delicious peaches. There are also alluring boutiques, art galleries, upscale lodging options, and world-class museums galore. Meanwhile, nature lovers can enjoy lush wildflowers in the spring and some of...