Individuals who desire to leave the big city have genuinely good reasons to choose to live in a small town. The word “small” is subjective, so, what are the characteristics of a small town? The population is the main thing that determines a small town. The US Census Bureau characterizes a small town as an … Read more
A mayor will have the same responsibilities whether they are working for a small-town council or a large urban center. The responsibilities include keeping their people safe, making and enforcing laws, and the many administrative duties that they need to perform in order for their town to run effectively. Learn more about the job of … Read more
In the United States, the most liberal small towns are Boulder in Colorado, Burlington in Vermont, Claremont and Santa Ana in California, College Park in Maryland, Eugene in Oregon, Northampton and Cambridge in Massachusetts, Ithaca in New York, and Berea in Kentucky. What makes a town liberal? Opposite of conservative, it is an open-minded and … Read more
Although Louisiana is home to some big cities like New Orleans, it can be hard to fully appreciate the culture of the state if you’re surrounded by constant hustle and bustle. Visiting one of the state’s small towns lets you become fully immersed in the rich history that has made Louisiana what it is today. … Read more
With Route 66 running right through the heart of the state and western heritage bursting at its seams, it is no wonder so many people travel to Oklahoma each year. When you are not out exploring a classic Route 66 attraction or admiring the beautiful nature, you can go searching for wild bison and learn … Read more
If all you’ve ever seen or considered living is in London, then you haven’t experienced the UK in all its splendor. Think about picturesque landscapes and gardens along with amazingly fresh country air – things you’d be missing in a London flat. There are so many cobblestone walkways and unique home designs to enjoy, not … Read more
Kansas is a gorgeous state with many beautiful small towns scattered throughout. The state is known as the Wheat State, named so in 2000 due to the state’s high wheat production and milling, and with all these wheat farms it comes as no surprise that the state is filled with small towns. Kansas attracts tourists, … Read more