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Two Lane Gems, Vol. 1: Chapter 23 – How to Grow a Date

Dates are incredibly labor-intensive to grow, and we got the scoop at Martha’s Gardens Date Farm in Yuma, Arizona.

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I-40 heading west to Albuquerque

Two Lane Gems, Vol. 1: Chapter 12 – Meeting the Greatest Generation

Previous: Chapter 11 – Camping Should be a Pre-Marriage Requirement The drive into Albuquerque was an endless stream of giant yellow billboards extolling the many virtues of the Flying C Ranch. One after another after another and another and another they tease you, exhort you, beckon you to forget whatever destination is plugged into your …

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Easley Winery, photo credit Hayley DeHaan

Behind the Vines at Easley Winery

Learn the story behind this family-owned business in downtown Indianapolis.

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McCord Candies in Lafayette, Indiana

McCord Candies: The Happiest Corner in Downtown Lafayette

Get the story behind a family-owned store that makes candy canes the old-fashioned way.

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Taliesin in Spring Green, Wisconsin; a UNESCO World Heritage Site

The 20th Century Architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright: a Global Treasure

Eight of the famed architect’s sites are inscribed to the UNESCO World Heritage List. See why his work is worthy of this global recognition.

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Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium - Omaha Zoo

Meet The Local Tourists: Kim Reiner, Oh My! Omaha

With a background in journalism and a passion for her hometown, meet this ambassador for Omaha and beyond.

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Selma in her garden depicted by T.C. Steele

Inspiring loyalty: The education and preservation of T.C. Steele

Enter the wonderful story of an artist who inspired dedication, patronage, and formidable women.

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Meet The Local Tourists: Tonya Prater, Travel Inspired Living

Tonya Prater’s site, Travel Inspired Living, is a bonanza of budget travel tips and unique destinations. Check out why she loves her home of Mansfield, Ohio, when she’s not out and about exploring.

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Meet The Local Tourists: Sage Scott, Everyday Wanderer

One of my favorite things about being a travel writer, besides the whole travel and writing part, is meeting others in my field. It’s kind of like getting together a bunch of brewers: there’s competition, sure, but there’s also camaraderie, cooperation, and companionship. Each of us has a different voice and appeals to a different audience, …

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Wildcat Creek Winery in Lafayette, Indiana

The Elegant and Rustic Wildcat Creek Winery

Why you should visit this elegant and rustic winery in Lafayette, Indiana, featuring local and regional varietals.

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Purdue University - You Are Here

Purdue University: Touring the House that John Built

Dig into Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. This Big Ten school is known as the cradle of astronauts and much more.

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The Serendipity of Rio Bravo Brewing Company

Beer is big in Albuquerque. It’s so big they have a Brewery District. Capital B. Capital D. Not all the breweries are in the Brewery District, but they have a Brewery District, and that means that this is a place that appreciates craft beer. (Oh, Albuquerque, have I told you lately how much I love you?) …

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