Rail lines once connected much of the South, from Flagler's train down the length of Florida to the Amtrak Crescent Line that still runs in a curve down the coast to New Orleans. But what happens when these tracks are no longer in use? Many communities have converted them to rails-to-trails paths, public spaces with parks, restaurants, and access to public transportation … [Read more...] about The South’s Best Rails to Trails Paths
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Literary South: Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
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 magazine, where Marjorie first met Charles Rawlings. They were married … [Read more...] about Literary South: Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings
Loretta Lynn Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
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 logging community of Custer, … [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 As one of Florida's most desolate stretches of road, Alligator Alley seems like an unusual choice for … [Read more...] about 10 Essential Southern Road Trips to Take ASAP
50 Drive-In Movie Theaters to Visit This Summer
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 Cinemagic Theatre features new films for … [Read more...] about 50 Drive-In Movie Theaters to Visit This Summer
