Can you picture how grandma would react when she sees a postmark from a place called “Intercourse” on your Christmas card? Yes, there is a town called Intercourse in the southeastern part of Pennsylvania. There are also towns called Kiester in Minnesota, Butts in Georgia, and Boody in Illinois. The city of Hooker, Oklahoma, however, could be compared to Virgin, Utah. America has several city names that are rated PG-13 or R, in addition to the more common names like Springfield, Riverside, and Centerville. Estately, a website and iPhone app for searching real estate, recently created a list called “The...
The lengths and uniqueness of the populated U.S. cities names mapped
There are over 180,000 populated places in the United States, and almost all of them have a different name. Firstly, the names of towns and cities in the United States vary greatly in terms of their length. Reddit user Dremarious made maps showing the shortest city name in each U.S. state. However, I found 11 places with names that are made up of only two letters using the U.S. Board of Geographic Names database. There are settlements named Ai in two states: Alabama (Cleburne County) and Georgia (Gilmer County). There are six settlements that have names with 33 letters. The...
These Are the Most Oddly-Named Towns in Each U.S. State
People in America use different ways to give names to their towns. Some people choose to name their town after a place they used to live, others name it after a local landmark, and some go for a really strange name that guarantees their town sign will be stolen for many years. At Estately, we wanted to celebrate the most unique city, town, and community names in America. We searched through many maps to find the strangest ones. Maybe it will help home buyers find the perfect place to live. If you are searching for a house in Pie Town...
California County Suddenly Becomes Second Most Dangerous in the State
Riverside County, located in California, has recently seen a surprising increase in crime rates, making it the second most dangerous county in the state. This change in status has caused worries and brought attention to the urgent need for improved safety measures and community awareness. What is the crime rate in Riverside County, California? The crime rate in Riverside County, California is 41.15 per 1,000 residents in a typical year. This is higher than the national average, which is 22.7. The rate of violent crime in Riverside County is 19.5, also higher than the national average. In the county, there...
Florida Murder Capital Suddenly Becomes a Small Town after Ranking at Second
According to a recent report, Homestead, a small town in Florida, is now known for having the second-highest number of murders in the state. This surprising ranking reveals that there has been an increase in violent crimes in the community. This has led to a closer look at the reasons behind this worrying trend. What is the crime rate in Homestead, Florida? The crime rate in Homestead, FL is much higher than the average crime rate in the United States. In 2020, the crime index in Homestead was 349, which is 1.4 times higher than the national average. Homestead has...
South Florida man finds solutions to support local businesses
A business owner in Liberty City who is mourning the loss of his younger brother continues to honor his brother’s memory. “Danny had a vision,” stated Phillip Agnew. “He continued without stopping until the very end.” Last summer, there was a very bad car accident on I-95 in Miami. Sadly, a South Florida activist named Daniel Agnew died in the crash. Now, Phillip is taking the lead in finding solutions to support local businesses that have been displaced throughout Miami because of increasing rents. CBS News Miami reporter Joe Gorchow learned about a solution that can help small business owners...
Council Again Approves Lackawanna Plaza Redevelopment
At a council meeting on Tuesday, the Montclair Township Council approved a new ordinance to support the redevelopment plan for Lackawanna Plaza. The vote was 5-1 and there were over 40 people in attendance. The new law replaces and cancels a previous law that was passed in October. Mayor Sean Spiller, Councilor Lori Price Abrams, Councilor Robin Schlager, Councilor Roger Terry, and Deputy Mayor Bill Hurlock all voted yes on Tuesday. However, Councilor David Cummings voted no. Councilor Robert Russo decided not to participate after a conversation about a potential conflict of interest. In November, two lawsuits were filed to...
Turtles, Mice and Scorpions May Become Permanent In these US Cities
Peregrine falcons are sitting on top of very tall buildings. Coyotes were seen on camera playing in someone’s backyard. A cabbage white butterfly with pale green wings is sitting on a flower blossom. A study published today in PLOS ONE reveals that urban areas have a lot of wildlife, which is increasingly affected by climate change. The study examined how climate change affects various animals in 60 of the largest cities in the US and Canada. It discovered that rising temperatures are causing many animals to leave their usual habitats and move to different areas. “In a few years, the...
Revealing the best and worst-paying college majors, 5 years after graduation
If you want to earn the highest salary right after graduating from college, choose to study engineering. Being a major is a safe choice if you want to have a good earning potential. A recent study by the New York Federal Reserve reveals that engineering degrees make up nine out of the top 16 college majors with the highest incomes five years after graduation. Computer engineering majors have the highest ranking, with a yearly median salary of $80,000. Chemical engineering and computer science are the only other majors that earn more than $75,000 annually. They earn about twice as much...
These are top-paying U.S. cities where women outearn men, Its Really Surprising!
According to a new report by GoBankingRates using Census Bureau data, women earn more than men in only 42 out of 1,800 cities across the United States. The report looks at how much money men and women make each year in cities with at least 20,000 people. These are the top 10 cities where women earn more than men: Bowie, Md.:Â Women earn a median $81,011 a year Clinton, Md.:Â Women earn a median $71,123 a year Fort Washington, Md.:Â Women earn a median $69,983 a year Oakland, Calif.:Â Women earn a median $68,260 a year Goleta, Calif.:Â Women earn a median $65,030 a year...