The Slippery Noodle in Indianapolis, is not only the state’s oldest bar, but it’s also a place for a great pork tenderloin and live blues. Dating to 1850, the Slippery Noodle is still one of the best places to enjoy…
Visiting South Dakota’s Quirky Corn Palace
The first time I saw South Dakota’s Corn Palace, I was 12. It was our first big family vacation that took us from southern Illinois to California and 14 states along the way. The Griswolds have nothing on the Lambdins…
March Madness and the College Basketball Experience in Kansas City
March Madness is a truly American condition that occurs each spring with symptoms that include brackets and office pools, round balls and team jerseys. The cure for March Madness includes a heavy dose of participation in this spectator sport — usually…
Visit the World’s Largest Christmas Store In Michigan
Each year, Americans spend billions of dollars on Christmas decorations. We then spend even more time actually decorating, putting life and limb at risk for twinkle lights and a Santa on your roof. If holiday decorations are your thing, no…
Weird Museum Highlights Victorian Hair Art in Independence Missouri
Weird and funky museums are my thing. I knew I had hit gold as soon as I heard the name — Leila’s Hair Museum. It’s in Independence Missouri, Harry Truman’s hometown. Leila Cahoon, a retired cosmetologist, is the mastermind of…
Missouri’s Katy Trail Is Longest Rails-to-Trails Project
Missouri’s Katy Trail, at 237 miles, is the longest rails-to-trails project in the United States, crossing the width of the Show Me State from St. Charles to the Kansas border. It is considered by many to be the crown jewel…
Brown vs Topeka Board of Education Historic Site in Topeka Kansas
Monroe Elementary School in Topeka Kansas is physically bigger than most people consider when they envision an elementary school. It’s two stories tall and has 13 classrooms as well as a gym and cafeteria, among other features. But it’s fitting…
Ride Elvis Presley’s Favorite Roller Coaster in Green Bay, Wisconsin
The Zippin Pippin was Elvis Presley’s favorite roller coaster back when it was located at Libertyland Amusement Park in Memphis TN. On several occasions, he would buy out the park and host a private party for friends and family. The last…
The Best Cherry Festivals, Foods in Wisconsin, Michigan
Summer vacations to Door County Wisconsin and Traverse City Michigan should be on the bucket list for foodies and anyone who loves any thing cherry-flavored. Cherry pie Cherry ice cream Cherry turnovers Cherry margaritas Door County is famous for Montmorency cherries and…