Erika W. Smith
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- 7
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- Jul 18, 2026
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- Jul 4, 2026
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Nebraska's Oldest, Now-Demolished Mall Is Planned To Be Revitalized By 2032 With Shops, Eats, And Entertainment - Islands (opens the original)
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Back in the '70s, '80s, and '90s, malls were the place to be. Teens would gather there on weekends, twenty-somethings would go there for a date night, and families with young kids would turn out to see Santa in the winter. But beginning in the 2000s, these once-popular gathering places saw a slow decline brought about by the rise of online shopping, tighter budgets, and changing consumer preferences. Now, videos and photos of abandoned malls have become a popular genre online, speaking to the in
This Michigan Village Is A Best-Kept Secret From Tourists With Local Eats, Nearby Beaches, And A Botanical Garden - Islands (opens the original)
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Michigan is full of charming small towns and villages that offer unique experiences to travelers who stop by on a road trip. Visitors who make it to the state's sparsely populated Upper Peninsula will find incomparable natural beauty and one-of-a-kind communities in lesser-known destinations — one such place is DeTour Village. Situated on the eastern tip of the Upper Peninsula, this small town of fewer than 500 people offers stunning Lake Huron beaches, as well as Michigan's northernmost botanic
Between Omaha And Des Moines Is A Charming Midwest City With A Historic Downtown, Shops, And Outdoor Fun - Islands (opens the original)
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There's a lot more to see in Iowa than just cornfields. The Hawkeye State is home to charming towns and cities that offer history, culture, and fun. One such place is Stuart, Iowa, a small city about a 40-minute drive from Des Moines and an hour and a half from Omaha, Nebraska. Between its historic downtown full of shops and restaurants and parks offering outdoor recreation, it's a welcoming place for a relaxing day trip or weekend vacation. With a population of under 2,000 people — the city mot
Sandwiched Between Dayton And Akron Is Ohio's Fast-Growing City That Could Easily Pass For New England - Islands (opens the original)
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You don't have to travel to the East Coast to experience New England vibes. There are some places in the Midwest that have the historic buildings, scenic landscapes, and cozy delights that many associate with towns in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the rest. One such location is Sunbury, Ohio, a small, fast-growing city with lots of historic charm. Founded in 1816, Sunbury's downtown is home to several 19th-century buildings and a traditional town square inspired by those found in New England.
Southwest Airlines Faces Backlash For Calling Out This Common Passenger Habit On Planes - Islands (opens the original)
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On social media, brands walk a fine line: They want to be funny enough to go viral, but they don't want to offend loyal or would-be customers. Some end up reaching a new group of social media users who might not have thought about the brand in years, others end up mired in controversy when a joke goes wrong. That's exactly what happened to Southwest Airlines on Threads. On June 30, Southwest Airlines released a Threads post reading (emojis included): "You 👏 won't 👏 get 👏 off 👏 the 👏 plane 👏 fast
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