Nine new land and water trails were designated to join the nation’s existing network of more than 1,300 recreation trails located in every state.
Author: Camille Fine, USA TODAY
70% of California beaches could be lost by the end of this century, new USGS survey finds
Up to 70% of California beaches could be lost to erosion by the end of this century, a recent U.S. Geological survey found.
Sears pioneered the modern prefab house in the early 20th century: Look back at ‘kit homes’
Prefab houses are becoming more popular but iconic retailer Sears started selling ‘kit homes’ in 1908 and many are still standing.
Sears’ prefabricated ‘kit homes’ 1908-1940 : America’s former largest retailer
Sears was not the first company to offer ‘kit houses,’ but Sears Modern Homes catalog solidified the retailer as a pioneer in mail-order homes.
Home Depot is selling modern, prefab tiny houses for under $50K: Here’s the catch.
Home Depot’s pre-fabricated tiny houses range from about $4,000 to $40,000 but as always in the US housing market, there’s a catch.
Want to own a lighthouse? Here are 10 the US is giving away or auctioning this year
The government’s annual effort to give away lighthouses is underway, with a record number available for new owners to undertake.
What turned Venice’s Grand Canal green over the weekend? Authorities identify substance
A blob of fluorescent green water that appeared in Venice’s iconic Grand Canal over the weekend has spurred an official investigation.
‘Last true mansion’ on New York City’s Fifth Avenue listed at $80 million: See inside
Mexico’s wealthiest person listed one of New York City’s most historic private homes for $80 million.
Creepy Dolls that are caked in barnacles and washed up on Texas beaches were auctioned off
The Mission-Aransas Reserve at the University of Texas Marine Institute has sold their best beach finds to help rehabilitate sea turtles and birds.
Why do we observe Memorial Day? The somber true meaning behind the national holiday
Here are some Memorial Day facts you might not know about the holiday’s history, meaning and why Americans commemorate it in May.