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Chewing gum was a childhood rite for most Americans. Back in elementary school, gum was tantamount to currency. A few pieces of gum could immediately turn you into one of the most powerful and...
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If your New Year’s resolutions include a commitment to finally completing that DIY project (or tackling a long list of projects because…you know…procrastination), then you are going to need the...
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Americans love to fish. There are 52.4 million recreational fishermen and fisherwomen in the United States according to a 2023 report from the American Sportfishing Association. To put that number in...
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California is the third largest state in the U.S. in terms of total area, trailing only Alaska and Texas. The Golden State spans 163,695 square miles. Close to five percent of the state’s area is...
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Salmon is big business in the United States. The nation’s salmon industry is worth over $3 billion annually and includes both farm-raised and wild-caught fish. Along with commercial fishing, salmon...
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The origins of ketchup (or catsup, if you’re feeling super sophisticated) trace back to China, but it is often seen as the quintessential American condiment. Some estimate that as many as 97% of...
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The auto industry bounced back mightily last year. Americans purchased 15.5 million new vehicles in 2023, a 12.4% increase over the previous year. One million of those vehicles were electric,...
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For residents outside the state, New York City is the first (and, perhaps, the only) thing that comes to mind when considering New York State. The Big Apple casts a big shadow, no doubt. However,...
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Florida is the third most populous state in the U.S., trailing only California and Texas. However, the number of humans in Florida routinely swells far above the state’s 22.6 million permanent...
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It’s hard to beat the convenience of frozen pizza. When the calendar is filled with work deadlines, school projects, piano recitals, basketball practices, and just general busyness, popping a...
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“Everything is bigger in Texas” is a familiar colloquialism that often proves true. As the largest state in the contiguous U.S. by total area and the second largest by population (trailing only...
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The clock is ticking on the holiday shopping season. As you diligently check friends and family off your gift-giving list, you may find yourself wrestling with the same question that arises every...
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The 2023 holiday shopping season is quickly winding down. Unfortunately, many of us find our energy and creativity cratering right along with it. Christmas may be the most wonderful time of the year,...
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Amazon trucks are common sights on U.S. roads throughout the year, but even more so during the holidays. It seems Santa has traded in his reindeer and sleigh for thousands upon thousands of these...
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The walleye is a top game fish in the United States. While the fish’s native range includes most of Canada and the U.S. Midwest, it has been spread far beyond those original natural boundaries. The...
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