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Poll Results: Walking Rules!
April 25, 2024 -- We expected that walking would be your favorite physical activity - but not by the margin this margin. Almost half (47%) of people taking our poll chose walking for how they like to stay active. After that it was a toss-up, with swimming, pickleball, biking, and golf the most popular other choices. Only 3% said they…...
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The City of Saint Augustine, Florida is the longest continuously occupied European settlement in the U.S. This popular retirement community was established in 1565 by the Spanish. It has been under 4 flags – Spanish, English, Confederate, and U.S. – and some of these (Spain and U.S.) more than once! Located on Florida’s northeast coast and southeast of Jacksonville, Saint…...
Dover is the capital of Delaware and the county seat of Kent County, and was named by William Penn after Dover in Kent, England. The population was 39,403 (in 2020), and is the second most populated city in the state, with Wilmington the largest (population of 70,898.) The city is still a fast growing area due to its low cost…...
Harrisburg is the capital and almost geographical center of the state of Pennsylvania. Once depressed and down, Harrisburg had a resurgence thanks to the money being spent by the state in development. Unfortunately in 2010 the effect of that spending caused severe financial problems (see What is Not Special About Harrisburg below). Its geographical setting is spectacular, located as it…...
Fairfield Bay is a resort town on Greers Ferry Lake in Arkansas. It is smaller than nearby resort and retirement areas like Bellavista and Hot Springs. It is described as a beautiful and there are things to do. There are two golf courses, a bowling alley, nice tennis courts, and and riding stables. The biggest attraction is the marina with…...