Fall tourism generates billions of dollars in the U.S. annually, but which states offer the best opportunities for seasonal celebrations like picking apples, fall festivals, and leaf-peeping? LawnStarter ranked the best states for fall festivities. We considered the 48 contiguous U.S. states based on 24 total metrics, including duration of fall foliage, forest coverage, and fall festivals.
Dogs are part of the family, but not all cities make it easy to live like it. Some invest in green space, pet-friendly housing or dining, and local amenities, while others leave dog owners chasing their tails. “Working with city planners and developers to make spaces dog friendly, for example more grass, waste disposal stations with bags provided, and water stations, is helpful,” says Dr.
High grocery prices have been a defining economic story in recent years, driven by a combination of factors including pandemic-related supply chain breakdowns and labor shortages. However, an increasingly critical driver of food price inflation has been the impact of natural disasters — such as droughts, floods, and hurricanes — on the nation’s agricultural output. In April 2025…
Remote work has become a defining feature of the modern job market, offering flexibility, autonomy, and a better work-life balance. In response to this shift, more companies have permanent remote work policies in place, expanding access to legitimate remote, work-from-home jobs across industries. With increased competition among job seekers looking for remote jobs hiring now, however…
Chances are you’ve sat through at least one conversation about how gas stoves are superior and cook better than electric stoves. The government has yet to take a stance on that matter, but what it can tell us are the health hazards associated with those beloved gas stoves. The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) — an independent federal agency — recently issued a safety report on gas…
Whether it’s time to start studying to improve skills or for a full-on career change — many Americans are watching employment numbers and are stuck on which path to take. Especially with the boom in fear over the role of artificial intelligence in the economy and job market. A report from the firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas says that layoffs in October 2025 were the highest they’ve been…
