Articles for category: Local

Karla News

The Best Haunted Places to Visit in Birmingham, Alabama

When one thinks of haunted places, Birmingham, Alabama generally isn’t on the list. It should be. From the battles of the civil war, mining ore, slavery and the underground slavery network to civil rights, one would expect a few spirits to linger. Sloss Furnace of Birmingham is considered to be one of the top 100 ...

Karla News

Where to See Fireworks in Buffalo, NY

If fireworks are your thing, you’re in luck if you live in the Buffalo area because this 4th of July season they will be lighting up the sky all over the place. This tradition is often offered free to the public and makes for a great evening with family or friends. Bring a blanket to ...

Karla News

Review of Pinchers Crab Shack on Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

Pinchers Crab Shack has moved to Main Street at Lakewood Ranch from its Clark Road location. Does it live up to its full potential as a restaurant? I went to this new Pinchers location to find out. Décor: Rating 5 out of 10 The décor has a Key West flavor with large (fake) fish, fishing ...

Karla News

Fishing in Kansas

Fishing season officially starts March 15th, 2010 here in Kansas with the paddlefish season! Get your fishing licenses now! Yearly fishing licenses in Kansas expire on December 31st. You can get your fishing license at most lakes and ponds that allow public fishing as well as hunting and sporting good stores and even Walmart. This ...

Karla News

India House Restaurant, Chicago – Review

This April I spent a weekend in Chicago and the worst experience was this India House Restaurant. We stayed in Comfort Inn and Suites, downtown Chicago; at the reception there was a flier that advertised about this downtown restaurant that was closest to this hotel. Later, on Sunday evening, we were too tired and thought ...

Karla News

Haunted Houses in the Buffalo, New York Area for 2012

Screamers’ Hollow – on the grounds of the Sterling Renaissance Festival, 15385 Farden Rd. in Sterling, NY, taking place through October 27th (all Fridays and Saturdays) from 7 p.m. to midnight. Attractions include the Terror Town Tours Outdoor Hayride, the haunted outdoor maze Slaughterhouse Asylum, and the haunted outdoor trail Spirits on the Boggs (all ...

Karla News

Paso Robles Children’s Museum in California

Just because children are small doesn’t mean their museum has to be. And the Paso Robles Children’s Museum in California is large enough to house a vintage fire truck – that’s because the museum is inside a firehouse once used by volunteer firefighters. The museum is located near the busy center square in the cozy ...

Karla News

Rowan County Fair in Salisbury N.C

It’s that time of year again! The Rowan County Fair will be in town from Sept.17 through Sept.22nd. So grab the kids or come alone to enjoy a night of rides, games, animals and food. The Rowan County Fair is held at the Julian Road fairgrounds and is located on Julian Rd. in Salisbury, NC ...

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The Wonders of Flax Pond in Lynn, Massachusetts

If you are visiting Lynn, Massachusetts and you are looking for a great park to take the family, then you should visit Flax pond. Flax pond sits in a residential area of Lynn. The pond is surrounded by nice houses. A park sits before the pond and has swings, slides, and a play area for ...

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A Few Other July 4th Houston Options

July 4 in Texas will be the next great celebration. With temperatures in the high 90’s and maybe even 100s, spending a whole day outside is probably not an option. Here are a few suggestions that could spice up July 4th holiday before the evening fireworks show. Freedom Over TexasJoin Us Monday, July 4, 2011 ...