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What is that smell in Charleston?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The smell we are all inhaling is: Pluff Mud. Whether you find the smell of pluff mud nostalgic or repulsive, you will probably agree that it is definitely Lowcountry and definitely unique! In fact, most visitors actually notice the smell almost immediately and often ask locals what it is! Why does Charleston smell like rotten […]

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Are Chevys made in Detroit?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Chevy is one of the iconic American brands.Chevrolet Manufacturing Plants in the USA. Facility Name Detroit-Hamtramck Plant Location Detroit, Michigan Year Opened 1985 Primary Models Chevrolet Number of Jobs 858 Which cars are made in Detroit? Detroit still produces the majority of American-made vehicles and is said to employ two-thirds of the industry’s autoworkers.Here’s how […]

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Where can I fish in the winter in Colorado?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Best Colorado Winter Fly Fishing Destinations Best Colorado Winter Fly Fishing Destinations. The South Platte River Fly Fishing. Big Thompson River Below Olympus Dam. Upper Colorado River Winter Fly Fishing. The Blue River – Silverthorne. Can you fish in winter in Colorado? Winter fly-fishing may be the best-kept secret in Colorado. Hook up with a […]

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How cold do winters get in Wyoming?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Weather: Winters in Wyoming are usually long and cold. January is usually the coldest month of the year. At this time, the minimum temperatures are between 5 and 10 degrees. There are some mild periods when it gets up to the 50s. How bad are Wyoming winters? The snowiest places in Wyoming are the Jackson […]

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Is Maryland named after Queen Mary?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

In 1632, Charles I of England granted Lord Baltimore a colonial charter, naming the colony after his wife, Queen Mary (Henrietta Maria of France). What Mary is Maryland named after? Maryland’s name honors Queen Henrietta Maria (1609-1669), wife of Charles I (1600-1649), King of Great Britain and Ireland, who signed the 1632 charter establishing the […]

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What major is Boston College known for?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The most popular majors at Boston College include: Finance, General; Economics, General; Biology/Biological Sciences, General; Speech Communication and Rhetoric; Political Science and Government, General; Developmental and Child Psychology; Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse; English Language and Literature, General; What makes Boston College so special? Why Choose Boston College? At Boston College, your education is measured in more […]

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What is the state gem of Alabama?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Star Blue Quartz. Alabama Gemstone Most quartz is a souvenir of volcanoes, which melt silica, which is then carried by water into crevices, where it crystallizes. Such quartz often includes traces of other minerals picked up by water flowing underground. The Star Blue Quartz became the state gemstone in 1990 by Act no. 90-203. What […]

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Can you fish in Hawaii without a license?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

If you’re looking forward to shoreline or boat fishing in Hawai’i’s ocean waters, you may be pleased to know that no license is required for marine recreational fishing. But if you want to do some freshwater fishing, a Freshwater Game Fishing License is required in order to take introduced freshwater game fish. How much is […]

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Where did Indianapolis get its name?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Etymology. The name Indianapolis is derived from the state’s name, Indiana (meaning “Land of the Indians”, or simply “Indian Land”), and polis, the Greek word for “city.” Jeremiah Sullivan, justice of the Indiana Supreme Court, is credited with coining the name. What was Indiana called before it became a state? Indiana Territory Indiana Country United […]

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Where do you fly into for Sonoma California?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport. The closest airport and shuttle service to Sonoma County are the county’s own Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport (STS), in Santa Rosa, with daily flights on three major carriers; and the Sonoma County Airport Express, which runs between Sonoma County and the San Francisco and Oakland airports. What is the […]

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Is it hard to breathe in Denver Colorado?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Denver really is a mile high, but most people don’t even notice the altitude difference. The air is just thinner and dryer. In fact, many people with respiratory problems move to Denver for the benefits of the dry air. Why is it hard to breath in Denver? When you travel somewhere at a much higher […]

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Where do UW Madison students live?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Campus housing UW–Madison has a long-established apartment community with services and programs for graduate students and their families. Together, the areas of Eagle Heights, University Houses, and Harvey Street Apartments are referred to as University Apartments. Do UW-Madison students have to live on campus? Students at UW-Madison are not required to live on campus, so […]

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What is a damp village in Alaska?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

The Alaska State Legislature has enacted laws that provide a method for communities to control and impose certain limits on the availability of alcohol in a community.If the community allows limited amounts of alcoholic beverages, it is called a “damp” community. What are dry villages in Alaska? Keeping liquor out of a village is impossible. […]

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Does Virginia have hurricanes?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Virginia Hurricane Climatology. Statistics. On average, a tropical storm, or its remnants, can be expected to impact the Old Dominion yearly, with hurricanes expected once every 2.3 years. These averages are competitive to what is seen down south along the Gulf coast, even though major hurricanes are far more rare. Does Virginia have hurricanes or […]

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What country owned New Orleans Louisiana prior to America?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The territory nominally remained under Spanish control, until a transfer of power to France on November 30, 1803, just three weeks before the formal cession of the territory to the United States on December 20, 1803. Who controlled Louisiana before the US? Since 1762, Spain had owned the territory of Louisiana, which included 828,000 square […]

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