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The Van Meter Visitor: Iowa’s Forgotten Cryptid
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The Van Meter Visitor: Iowa’s Forgotten Cryptid

Posted on: October 7, 2025October 5, 2025

In the quiet town of Van Meter, Iowa, something strange happened over the course of five nights in 1903. It was said to have wings like a bat, […]

The Mad Gasser of Mattoon: Panic in a Midwest Town
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The Mad Gasser of Mattoon: Panic in a Midwest Town

Posted on: September 17, 2025September 16, 2025

In the late summer of 1944, the small town of Mattoon, Illinois, became the center of one of the strangest mysteries in American folklore. Residents reported a shadowy […]

Robert Johnson: The Bluesman Who Made a Deal with the Devil
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Robert Johnson: The Bluesman Who Made a Deal with the Devil

Posted on: September 8, 2025August 22, 2025

Few names in American music carry as much mystery as Robert Johnson. Born in 1911 in Hazlehurst, Mississippi, Johnson would go on to change the course of popular […]

White Clam Pizza: A Coastal Classic with a Rich History
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White Clam Pizza: A Coastal Classic with a Rich History

Posted on: August 31, 2025August 20, 2025

White clam pizza, often called “apizza” in its birthplace of New Haven, Connecticut, is one of the most distinctive regional pizzas in the United States. Unlike traditional tomato-sauce-based […]

Unveiling the Yasha: A Fierce Yokai of Japanese Folklore
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Unveiling the Yasha: A Fierce Yokai of Japanese Folklore

Posted on: May 19, 2025July 23, 2024

Japanese folklore is rich with a variety of supernatural entities known as yokai. Among these fascinating beings is the Yasha, a creature rooted in ancient mythology and Buddhist […]

Exploring the Mystery of the Black Angel in Oakland Cemetery, Iowa City: Legends and Lore Unveiled
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Exploring the Mystery of the Black Angel in Oakland Cemetery, Iowa City: Legends and Lore Unveiled

Posted on: May 9, 2025July 15, 2024

Oakland Cemetery in Iowa City, Iowa, is a historic burial ground known not only for its serene beauty but also for the chilling legend of the Black Angel, […]

The Fascinating Anatomy of a Goat’s Eye
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The Fascinating Anatomy of a Goat’s Eye

Posted on: April 17, 2025June 13, 2024

The anatomy of a goat’s eye is a testament to the evolutionary adaptations that enable these animals to thrive in their environments. From the unique shape of their […]

The Werewolf Legend of Vincennes: Charles Vatchet’s Tale Unveiled
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The Werewolf Legend of Vincennes: Charles Vatchet’s Tale Unveiled

Posted on: April 9, 2025July 7, 2025

In the heart of Vincennes, Indiana, a legend intertwined with French folklore persists. The tale of Charles Vatchet and his encounter with a werewolf, or Loup-Garou, has intrigued […]

The Cole Hollow Monster: Unveiling the Secrets of a Small Town Legend
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The Cole Hollow Monster: Unveiling the Secrets of a Small Town Legend

Posted on: March 17, 2025September 23, 2024

The small town of Cole Hollow is shrouded in mystery, with tales of a strange creature that has captivated the imaginations of residents and visitors alike. Known as […]

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    Corn Dogs vs. Pronto Pups: State Fair Rivalries Explained
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    Pizza Puffs: Chicago’s Most Overlooked Snack
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    From Miami to Copper Harbor: The Two Ends of U.S. Highway 41
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The Great Flood of 1993: A Historical Overview of One of America's Worst Natural DisastersThe Great Flood of 1993: A Historical Overview of One of America's Worst Natural Disasters
The Mysterious Death of William Coughlin in Buzzard Roost Cave, KentuckyThe Mysterious Death of William Coughlin in Buzzard Roost Cave, Kentucky
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