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More than 31 million people in the U.S. claim Irish ancestry – that’s more than six times the population of Ireland. As this lucky group of people expanded over the centuries, so too did American St. Paddy’s Day traditions. This year, Americans are projected to spend $6.85 billion on the holiday. St. Patrick’s Day Facts 174%: Increase in […]
Do you put the cereal in the bowl and then pour on the milk or do you fill the bowl with milk and then add the cereal? 11 percent of Americans serve it the wrong way by pouring your milk into the bowl before adding in the bran. Americans eat roughly 2.7 billion boxes of […]
In the United States, tattoo trends have evolved a lot in the last hundred years. At one time they were an underground, seedy practice but now they are mainstream with an exploding industry. Over the next ten years, the tattoo industry is expected to grow by about 8% annually. Americans spend $1.65 billion yearly on tattoos. […]
The show debuted on January 18, 2010 and since then “American Pickers” have traveled all over the country in search of rare Americana artifacts and national treasures. The program showcased pickers Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz, who traveled around the United States to buy or “pick” various items. The reality show went through a major change in […]
Bottoms Up! Americans like to drink alcohol. Some regions in the country like to consume more adult libations than others. One “drink” in the U.S. is considered as 12 ounces of beer, 8 ounces of malt liquor, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof distilled spirits or liquor (40% alcohol proof). Globally, the United […]
When you count chains and independently owned stores, the US has over 13,000 doughnut shops throughout the country. Who doesn’t love a yummy pastry? Yelp has stated that Boston is the per capita doughnut shop capital of America, with one sinker store for every 2,400 people. Smithsonian Magazine recalls the first doughnut making machine appeared […]
Comfort food is a term for dishes that evoke nostalgia, warmth, and satisfaction. Oftentimes, these foods remind us of fond memories or occasions. Many people turn to comfort food for a shot of dopamine. Comfort foods make us feel good. In Indiana, one restaurant has been named as the best place in the state to […]
Necessity is the mother of invention. The proverb means when the need for something becomes imperative, you are forced to find ways of getting or achieving it. Inventions are the result of human creativity and problem-solving, often inspired by nature, necessity, or curiosity. Indiana is the home to numerous designs that were created here. Onlyinyourstate.com […]
The 2023 NFL draft will be held in Kansas City, Missouri, from April 27 to April 29, with the Houston Texans expected to have the first pick. But a key milestone for the draft actually begins in Indianapolis on Monday. The Combine. Lasting through Monday, March 6, 319 NFL hopefuls will be put through the […]
Most organizations offer in-house dining as well as takeout. Most offer dinners with a choice of sides and several offer different seafood options. Little Flower Catholic Church Fridays during Lent- February 24 thru March 24 4:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Drive-thru carryout service is available with limited dine-in service. Adult meals $8.50 (age 10 & […]