Walk past a chile roaster in October, and the smell reaches you before the drum does. Many New Mexicans love the season, but the people running the roasters may see it differently than shoppers do. Here’s what October looks like from the roaster’s side. 1. Red Harvest Timing If you’re waiting on red chile, New…
Ask a Long Islander for directions, and you might get an answer that wasn’t what you expected. That’s only the start. Some Long Island habits and landmarks can confuse New Yorkers from upstate, too. Here’s what to know before you visit, so you’re not the one asking for a translation. 1. The Big Duck The…
Georgia and Alabama share a border, and they’ve been arguing across it for generations. Georgians and Alabamians may not agree on much, but you may already have a side. Here are the standoffs that still divide Georgia and Alabama. 1. Chattahoochee Boundary Georgia and Alabama once argued over their Chattahoochee River boundary all the way…
Some Michigan schools close for deer season’s opening day. That’s only the start. Michiganders take for granted how much of everyday life shifts when the opener arrives, and newcomers like you may not expect it. Here’s what changes across Michigan once deer season opens. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Please confirm current…
That Friday fish dinner at the fire hall may have helped keep the trucks running. If you grew up near a volunteer fire company, you know the hall was about more than emergencies. It was where neighbors showed up all year. Here’s a look back at the fire hall traditions Pennsylvanians grew up with. 1….
Mention the Mixmaster to a Connecticut driver, and they may know exactly which interchange you mean. Connecticuters grow up with local details like that, and out-of-staters can be left scratching their heads. Here are the things that only make sense to someone from Connecticut. 1. Moodus Noises The Moodus noises are small earthquakes that occur…
When the last leaf drops, Vermont doesn’t shut down. The weeks after foliage season bring changes Vermonters plan around, and they don’t make it onto many travel blogs. Here’s what to expect in Vermont once foliage season ends. 1. Smugglers’ Notch Closure When the state’s foliage reports wrap up, the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans)…
The N.C. State Fair is in full swing in Raleigh, and the food is only part of the draw. Some of what’s on the grounds this year is new, and some only shows up during fair week. Here’s what North Carolinians can catch before the fair wraps up. 1. America 250 Wheel The N.C. State…
A funeral in a place you’re new to can leave you wondering what’s expected of you. Mississippi communities honor loved ones in ways that may surprise other Americans, some with deep roots. Here’s what to understand before you attend, so you can show up with care. Note: This is general information, not insurance or legal…
Some Arkansas gatherings are built around a single dish. A supper or a festival can hinge on whether the right food is on the table. Here are the foods Arkansans expect when the community turns out, and the stories behind them. 1. Barbecued Raccoon The Gillett Coon Supper serves barbecued raccoon at an annual January…
