State names are time capsules. Many come from Indigenous languages that describe rivers, landforms, or people. Others carry European titles and even literary fantasies that mapmakers treated as real.

ThatsThem reports that state baby name trends reflect regional heritage, showing cultural diversity across the U.S. from ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — With over 24,000 acres of wilderness area, Frozen Head State Park in Morgan County is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. Some visitors may wonder how ...

The 5:15 am M/V Christine Anderson ferry from Anderson Island, Washington, cruises into Steilacoom at dawn on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. Tony Overman [email protected] Washington state is full of ...