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Where did the name Mississippi come from and what does it mean?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The name “Mississippi” comes from the word “Messipi” – the French version for either the Ojibwe or Algonquin name for the river, “Misi-ziibi,” meaning “great river.” What does the word Mississippi originally mean? The name Mississippi comes from the French “Messipi” – the French rendering of the native American Anishinaabe (Ojibwe or Algonquin) name for […]

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How many bars are there in Austin?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

City Figure Source Austin 245 Nightlife – Austin Bogotá 12,348 SDDE Brasília 106 City of Brasilia Brussels 1,743 FOD Economie ADSEI How many bars are in downtown Austin Texas? Downtown Austin ranked No. 1, based on the number of bars per capita. That’s right: 78701 has the highest number of bars per capita in the […]

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Does Bend Oregon have water issues?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Q: Is the City of Bend going to be facing any water supply issues with drought conditions? A: No. Due to our resilient water supply sources and inherent flexibility of them, the City does not anticipate any shortages in water supply, even in drought years. Is it OK to drink tap water in Bend Oregon? […]

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Where should I move in South Florida?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The Best Places to Live in South Florida Miami Beach. When most people think of southern Florida, they think Miami Beach — and it’s a truly great place to live. Vero Beach. Vero Beach is on the Treasure Coast and for a long time was one of Florida’s best-kept secrets. Key West. Naples. Palm Beach […]

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How do you do a Savannah Day?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

One day in Savannah itinerary Start your morning with coffee at Perc Coffee. Take a stroll at Forsyth Park. Grab breakfast at The Collins Quarter, a very popular breakfast spot in the Historic District, Cafe M, a french cafe, or Maple Street Biscuit Company, a biscuit hotspot! What should I do if I only have […]

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Does Asheville have any sports teams?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Asheville has seen numerous minor league teams come and go throughout the years, but its long-established baseball team is now joined by minor league soccer and football clubs that are redefining the local sports landscape. Is there a MLB team in North Carolina? Baseball. Though it has never been home to a Major League Baseball […]

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What is the crime rate in Newport?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Newport Crime Overview Newport is the most dangerous major town in Gwent, and is the 51st safest overall out of Gwent’s 117 towns, villages, and cities. The overall crime rate in Newport in 2020 was 47 crimes per 1,000 people. Is Newport a safe place? Is Newport a Safe Place to Live? Per annum, the […]

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How smart is Massachusetts?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

3. Massachusetts. While Massachusetts dropped from the #1 spot to #3, the state is still pretty smart. Adults over 25 are more likely to have a bachelors in Massachusetts than any other state. Is Massachusetts the smartest state? Massachusetts is the smartest state in the country according to WalletHub’s 2021’s Most & Least Educated States […]

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What counties are considered Tampa Bay?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The “Bay” is the large inlet of water that is on the east side of Pinellas County and the west side of Hillsborough County. This large area includes the counties below: Pinellas (think: Clearwater, St. Petersburg), Hillsborough (think: Tampa), and Pasco (think: New Port Richey, Trinity). What counties are part of Tampa Bay? The region’s […]

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Does Kentucky have natural disasters?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Kentucky’s most common natural disasters include floods, severe storms, tornadoes, winter storms, wildfires, tropical storms, landslides, power outages, and earthquakes. Between 1953 and 2019, Kentucky declared 77 major disasters, of which floods and severe storms happened the most according to FEMA. Does Kentucky have hurricanes or tornadoes? Kentucky is considered part of Hoosier Alley and […]

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Is Fort Lauderdale water safe to drink 2021?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Don’t be alarmed if you notice a slight change in the taste or smell of the tap water in Fort Lauderdale.The city says the water is still safe to drink and that “chlorine has helped provide safe drinking water in the United States for more than 100 years.” Do you still […]

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What is only in Maryland?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Maryland. There are certain things that just make Maryland… Beyond the crab cakes and Old Bay, the Old Line State is home to the country’s first intercity railroad, battlefields that built America, the world’s best lacrosse stick manufacturer and the second jewel of horse racing’s Triple Crown. What are things that are only in Maryland? […]

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Can you hunt forever wild land in Alabama?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Currently, 85 percent of land (229,000-plus acres) owned/leased by the Forever Wild Land Trust is available for hunting as part of Alabama’s Wildlife Management Area system. Is hunting allowed in Sipsey Wilderness? Sipsey Wilderness The Sipsey offers outstanding opportunities for hiking, camping, hunting, and fishing.Motorized vehicles and bicycles are not allowed inside the Sipsey Wilderness […]

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Can you go on the beach at night in Hilton Head?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Sleeping on the beach between midnight and 6 a.m. Does Hilton Head have a curfew? No, there is not a curfew. All residents and visitors are asked to maintain social distancing and to wear masks in public areas, especially indoors. 2. Can you walk on Coligny beach at night? Low tide, nice walkway out to […]

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Are Oklahoma property taxes high?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Property taxes in Oklahoma are relatively low, as the state has an average effective property tax of 0.87%. The median annual property tax paid by homeowners in Oklahoma is just $1,278, one of the lowest amounts in the U.S. Where does Oklahoma rank in property taxes? Oklahoma ranks 46th in the nation in property tax […]

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