Credit: Carl van Vechten - Library of Congress, Public Domain, Link Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings was born on August 8, 1896, in Washington DC. The daughter of a patent lawyer, she became interested in writing by the age of six. After graduating from high school, she attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where she studied English. She worked for the school's literary … [Read more...] about Literary South: Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
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Loretta Lynn Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
Credit: Third Coast Daily Loretta Lynn is a country music icon, born Loretta Webb on April 14, 1932 in Butcher Hollow, Kentucky. Named for actress Loretta Young, she had seven brothers and sisters. Her father was a coal miner and farmer. At the age of 15, she married Oliver Vanetta "Doolittle" Lynn, an Army veteran and moonshiner. A year later, the pair moved to the … [Read more...] about Loretta Lynn Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
10 Essential Southern Road Trips to Take ASAP
The South has always been ideal for road trips with its winding backroads and quirky attractions. While travel is still limited in many parts of the country, these places are easy to visit by car while still taking the necessary precautions. Alligator Alley, Florida Alligator Alley As one of Florida's most desolate stretches of road, Alligator Alley seems like an … [Read more...] about 10 Essential Southern Road Trips to Take ASAP
50 Drive-In Movie Theaters to Visit This Summer
Starlight Six Drive-In, Atlanta Drive-in movies are back! During these uncertain times, there's no better way to catch a new or old film on the big screen from the privacy of your vehicle. And the South is crawling with these theaters now finding new life. Check out one in a town near you! Alabama Cinemagic Theatre, Athens Located west of Huntsville, the … [Read more...] about 50 Drive-In Movie Theaters to Visit This Summer
5 Easy Day Trips from Nashville
Nashville, Tennessee is known as the birthplace of country music but it also has ties to both the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement. It's the state capital and a foodie haven. Once you've had your fill of Broadway honky-tonks, head to one of these destinations that are sure to impress. It’s easy to pick up your rental car downtown or at the airport and … [Read more...] about 5 Easy Day Trips from Nashville
