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The Southern United States—commonly referred to as the American South, Dixie, Down South, or simply the&_160;South—constitutes a large distinctive region in the southeastern and south-central United States. Because of the region's unique cultural and historic heritage, including Native Americans; early European settlements of English, Scots-Irish, Scottish and German heritage [3]; importation of hundreds of thousands of enslaved Africans; growth of a large proportion of African Americans in the population, reliance on slave labor, and legacy of the Confederacy after the American Civil War, the South developed its own customs, literature, musical styles, and varied cuisines, that have profoundly shaped traditional American culture. In the last few decades, the South has become more industrialized and urban, attracting numerous internal and international migrants. The American South is among the fastest-growing areas in the United States. (See Cultural Variations for more about the complexity of southern states). As defined by the United States Census Bureau,[4] the Southern region of the United States includes sixteen states and the District of Columbia (with a total 2006 estimated population of 109,083,752.) Thirty-six percent of all U.S. residents lived in the South, the nation's most populous region. The Census Bureau defined three smaller units, or divisions
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1. Comparing Northern And Southern United States Motorcycle Riding Seasons
November 18, 2009
For many motorcyclists, the season of winter represents the time when their motorcycle is to be stored, which means the end of the riding season. For some though the season of winter simply means that they may need to add a couple more layers in order stay warm while their riding. This article will describe the differences in riding seasons based on where you live.
Those that live in the northern areas of the United States understand that there is a shorter riding season, so motorcyclists from these areas understand that they have to store their bikes for the winter and are unable to ri... (read more)
Author: Matt LeClair
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2. Tropical Storm Ida Hits US Gulf Coast
November 10, 2009
Man walks along beach as wind from Tropical Storm Ida blows on coast near Gulf Shores, Alabama, 10 Nov 2009 Tropical Storm Ida has made landfall on the southern coast of the United States. The
National Hurricane Center in Miami says the storm came ashore early
Tuesday at Dauphin in Island, in the southern U.S. state of Alabama. The
forecasters say Ida's maximum sustained winds have diminished to 75
kilometers an hour and the storm is expected to continue weakening as
it moves inland.But the storm is still producing heavy rains,
with forecasters predicting it could drop as muc... (read more)
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3. Highlands, NC Statistically Speaking
October 31, 2009
Highlands, NC can be found in the lower southwestern tip of the state. The name Highlands speaks for itself. This quaint little hospitality is located in the lower Appalachian Mountains and rests around 4,118 feet above sea level. This gives Highlands the distinction of being one of the most elevated little towns in the eastern half of the United States. This popular getaway location is right at home in the Nantahala National Forest. The scenic beauty surrounding Highlands attracts nature lovers from all over the land. There truly is something for everyone in Highlands.
Located in M... (read more)
Author: Martin Najbrt
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4. Origin of Gumbo
October 29, 2009
Gumbo is a stew or soup originating in Louisiana which is for the most part popular across the Gulf Coast and southern portion of the United States. Having originated in New Orleans, Louisiana, basically named by the French, gumbo is the product of the melting of cultures in Louisiana history. The dish itself is based on the French soup bouillabaisse, added with the "Holy Trinity," (celery, onions and green peppers) which is of Spanish origin and the use of file' powder (ground sassafras leaves) which is a Native American contribution of the Choctaw Indians. Last, but not least, African slave... (read more)
Author: Jim Denison
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5. Hog Hunting: Option or Obsession?
October 26, 2009
Hog hunting is one of the fastest growing sports in America. In places like Alabama, Mississippi, Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana, wild boar hunting has been the answer to the overpopulation of hogs in the southern United States.
While certain regions may be densely populated with hogs -- also known as feral pigs -- there are still some important rules to follow in order to properly and successful hunt the animal. The following are some tips to make your hog hunting adventures more enjoyable and triumphant:
• Go after smaller hogs. Not only are large hogs more difficult to kill, bu... (read more)
Author: Derek Schimmel
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6. Fish Kills Linked to Water Pollutants
October 19, 2009
Scientists dissect fish from a river near Washington, DCSince 2002 thousands of fish in the United States have died and continue to die in many rivers, most in the rivers of the southern east coast. Researchers have found what they call "the feminization of fish" or the presence of immature eggs in male fish. They have also found different levels of water contamination all related to human activity. The government says twenty percent of male black bass in river basins across the country have immature egg cells in their sexual organs. This is a different way of fishing. ... (read more)
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7. And Here You Thought It Was Illegal to Work With Drugs:
October 16, 2009
In Texas, there's a southern career school that offers pharmacy technician programs that may completed in as little as a couple of years. This is just one of many pharmacy technical institutes across the United States that delivers an exciting, rewarding educational program that lets you do the unthinkable--work with drugs!
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, "job opportunities are expected to be good" for the pharmacy technician. For a college student following the health care industry like myself, or for anyone with their hands even mildly wet in politics, the knee-jerk resp... (read more)
Author: Jessica ker
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8. Muir Woods National Park
October 09, 2009
One of the most iconic images associated with the American northwest is that of the redwood forest. Though once prolific through several different regions of the United States, old-growth redwood forests now exist in nothing more than a narrow, 500-mile strip along coastal northern California and southern Oregon. These forests are now and indefinitely preserved by the Muir Woods National Park. The Muir Woods National Park was declared a national monument by President Theodore Roosevelt on January 9, 1908. The land on which it sits was donated by former United States Congressman William Kent. ... (read more)
Author: John Smith
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