September in the south means corn mazes, pumpkin spice everything and perfect weather for enjoying the outdoors. Henry County, Georgia, located 20 miles south of Atlanta on Interstate 75, is at its peak during the fall season. Whether traveling for business, pleasure, or visiting friends and family, a trip to Henry County won’t be complete without a few key stops...

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Virginia is for lovers, and when you visit Franklin County, nestled in the heart of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, you’ll understand why. Adventure meets history and music in this charming region—it’s almost too easy to fill your days with exploration and excitement!

Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventures, heritage treasures, or a chance to enjoy the best of small-town living, Franklin County welcomes you with open arms. These charming gems are not to be missed and are sure to be loved.

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New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill is not your run-of-the-mill garden. It’s a horticultural destination and a haven for plant enthusiasts, nature lovers, and anyone seeking a peaceful retreat. Spread across 200 acres and operated by the historic Worcester County Horticultural Society, this captivating garden was named “Best Botanic Garden in the U.S.,” by TravelAwaits—and it just takes one visit to understand why...

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By Ben Shaberman, Vice President of Science Communications at Foundation Fighting Blindness

Blinding retinal diseases affect 200 million people around the world. They can cause devastating vision loss for people of all ages, ethnicities, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

With genetic blinding diseases, children are often diagnosed with relentless, progressive vision loss at a young age. In some cases, kids are born blind

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From the earliest days of the nation, women have been serving alongside men to gain and preserve liberty. Yet, although their impact is felt throughout our everyday lives, there is no record of their service in our history books. For the countless women who have served in or with the Armed Forces of the United States, their stories all too often remain untold. There was no repository of women’s service to the United States.

That all changed in April 1987. For over 30 years, the Military Women’s Memorial has been dedicated to preserving the commitment, contributions, and experiences of servicewomen—from the American Revolution to the present day.

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By Raye Mocioiu

The International Day of Peace, also known as “Peace Day,” is observed worldwide each year on September 21. At this moment in our global community, the need for peace has never been more critical. This year’s theme, “Cultivating a Culture of Peace,” is especially poignant, reminding us how far we’ve come and how much is still to be done to foster a more harmonious world.

This year marks a significant milestone: the 25th anniversary of the United Nations General Assembly’s adoption of the Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace.

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IMAGE: U.S. actor and UN Messenger of Peace Leonardo DiCaprio speaks during the Climate Summit at United Nations Headquarters in New York, September 23, 2014. REUTERS/Mike Segar (UNITED STATES - Tags: POLITICS ENVIRONMENT ENTERTAINMENT)

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America is a maritime nation, and strong sea services are its driving force. Sea service personnel make sacrifices for us, and they deserve our support. The New York Council Navy League is a member-driven military support organization that supports heroes from all the sea services—the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and U.S.-flag Merchant Marine.

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IMAGE: The New York Council Navy League’s 122nd Anniversary Dinner will once again bring together members, supporters and sea service personnel, like previous honorees (l to r) RADM Michael Alfultis, USMS (Ret.), VADM Joanna Nunan, USMS, and Tom Higgins of Fiserv. © David Gordon Photography

Plan to embark on an adventure to this renowned vacationland, just 90 miles from New York City, for a haven full of vibrant small-town charm.

The countryside becomes a stunning kaleidoscope of color during fall foliage season. Amplifying these red, gold, and orange hues is the colorful Sullivan Catskills Dove Trail...

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