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Weird And True Facts.

I will try and post one weird but true fact each weekday. Perhaps on a Saturday when I have some free time, like now. 

In 2014, a missing woman on a vacation in Iceland was found when it was discovered that she was in the search party looking for herself. (Source is from bu.edu website)

Apparently she never considered herself lost. 

Have a blessed weekend, take care and GOD bless. 

MOHLovesAlaska
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Tonskilee
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tonya

Tonskilee
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ya im 4 ft 10 grrw 6 inches in 6th grade n there i stood since which is 4 ft 10.n i would of been 4ft 4 lol.legally im classified as a midget at 4 ft 8 lol.just thimk when i did ill be cheap just put me in a barbie doll box๐Ÿ˜‚

Tonskilee
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well thank you im from aroostook county in maine

speedcuber2
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@MOHLovesAlaska , you should do South Dakota next.

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Wow that's crazy

@Kyleault15 that was my first thought when I was reading it, what better way to start off your day when you become part of a search party looking for yourself, then to your own surprise you say "Oh, look I found me, thanks for everyone looking for me." LOL... 

   Thanks for your reply, as well as your interest in this post... Have a great New Year... Take care and GOD bless... 

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@speedcuber2 Thanks for your request, South Dakota it is...

Take care and GOD bless...

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Good Friday afternoon friend, upon request by @speedcuber2 we will be looking at the weird but true facts of the great state of South Dakota... Enjoy the read...

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1). Often thought to be a state in the middle of nowhere, South Dakota is in the American Midwest region and part of the Great Plains. Itโ€™s the 17th-largest state but among the five least-populated and least-densely populated states. It also falls short when it comes to tourism, being in the bottom ten states for seeing visitors. 

2). The Missouri River cuts through South Dakota and the landlocked state shares borders with Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Wyoming.

3). The stateโ€™s name comes from prominent tribal groups that have long inhabited the area. Sioux groups that live in the state are the Dakota, Lakota, and Nakota. Nicknames include the Sunshine State, the Coyote State, and the official, but not so imaginative, nickname of the Mount Rushmore State.

4). The local culture is very much bound in the stateโ€™s history and heritage and the rural way of life. Numerous festivals throughout the year celebrate the stateโ€™s diverse heritage and traditions, with numerous pow-wows held on Indian reservations, the yearly Buffalo Roundup, and Cinco de Mayo, to name just a few.

5). Mount Rushmore, with its looming presidential faces carved into the mountainside, is perhaps the stateโ€™s most iconic site. The Black Hills in general attract many tourists (relative to the overall tourist numbers visiting the state), and other famous places around South Dakota include Badlands National Park, the Mammoth Site, the Crazy Horse Memorial, the Little House on the Prairie, and Custer State Park. Screenshot_3-1-2025_14359_th.bing.com.jpeg

6). South Dakota has the biggest petrified woodland in the world. The state also boasts the worldโ€™s only Corn Palace, the third-longest known cave on the planet, and the worldโ€™s biggest collection of rare formations known as boxwork. One of the stateโ€™s most unusual annual events is the Mashed Potato Wrestling Competition, held in Clark each summer.  Screenshot_3-1-2025_141115_www.visitmitchell.com.jpeg

7). Despite many people thinking that the state is pretty flatโ€”it is, after all, part of the Great Plainsโ€”it actually has the USAโ€™s highest point east of the Rocky Mountains: Harney Peak. The geographical Centre of the nation is also located in South Dakota.

8). Sitting right outside the gates of Ellsworth Air Force Base, close to Box Elder in the spectacular Black Hills, South Dakota Air and Space Museum is a terrific place for curious kids and adults alike. Home to many exhibits and displays related to aviation and aerospace, budding pilots and astronauts will feel right at home here. There are hands-on and interactive activities to really help people get involved and have fun while learning more about space travel and flight. The museum also remembers innovators and members of the military who helped America to progress over the years. Collections include vintage aircraft and modern-day planes, missiles, survival equipment, breathing apparatus, and other pieces of technology. Stroll through the Aviation Hall of Fame and learn more about the people who defended and developed the nation. There are many inspiring and patriotic stories.

9). If you love exploring long-forgotten and abandoned places where only the ghosts of yesterday's past roam the deserted streets, youโ€™re sure to enjoy a trip to Spokane Ghost Town. Itโ€™s located just outside of Custer. Previously a mining town, all that remains now are memories, haunting scenes, and whispers from the past. Established in the late 1800s, the small town took its name from the much larger and more well-known city of Spokane in Washington. Once a thriving town with plenty of daily activity, its mine was operational, and it was filled with life up until the 1940s. Today, however, itโ€™s hard to imagine people shopping in the stores, children studying in the schools, and booming, clattering, and chattering coming from the mine. When the valuable metals ran out, the mine was closed. Leaving the town folk out of work, they quickly departed. Some of the mine buildings later burned down and others were demolished due to be being found to be unstable or unsafe. Eventually, even the security guard stopped keeping a watchful eye over the town and left in the 1980s. Since then, the town has been completely abandoned and left to decay into a former shell of itself. Only a few signs of previous life remain today, including the watchmanโ€™s house, the school, foundations, and some long-dead and rusty cars.

10). A state park, Spirit Mound Historic Prairie is a sacred place for Native Americans. They believe that the area harbors wicked spirits. If you do visit this quirky place steeped in legends and lore, first and foremost do keep in mind that it is a revered site for indigenous people and treat the land and people with respect. Okay, now that the serious stuff is out of the way, more about the park and its spirits! Native American groups in the west have many tales about spirits, also often referred to as the little people. The spirits of Spirit Mound Historic Prairie are said to be arrow-wielding evil monsters with huge heads who kill anybody who tries to enter their territory. Indeed, a tale is told today of a warrior group that was almost entirely obliterated by the spirits after going too close to the mound. Legends say that those who survived the spiritsโ€™ rage were left crippled for the rest of their days. Intriguingly, this story is only around two and a half centuries old. Lewis and Clark, two famous explorers from past times, visited the top of the mound. They told stories about the devils who protected the area and learnt plenty from native groups. Todayโ€™s visitors can follow a half-mile track to the peakโ€”if they dare! Native prairie grass grows around the mound, and there is an abundance of insect life. The sounds of clacking and whirring fill the air; hopefully, you wonโ€™t hear the whizzing sound of fatal arrows! (Source comes from 26 Amazing Hidden Gems in South Dakota - The Crazy Tourist). 

Have a blessed day... Take care and GOD bless... 

 

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I actually did not know very much about the state of South Dakota, so this was a very interesting read for me.  

Thanks for sharing, @MOHLovesAlaska


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Good Monday afternoon dear friend, today we are going to learn some weird and true facts about the great state of Screenshot_6-1-2025_135959_th.bing.com.jpeg Yup... ND it is...

1). The Enchanted Highway is home to ND... The Enchanted Highway is a 32-mile road lined with massive scrap metal sculptures. You will come across seven statues as you drive along the road. Some of the statutes include "Deer Crossing," "Teddy Rides Again," and "Grasshoppers in the Field."

2). The Red River Valley is the lowest land in North Dakota. It runs along the eastern border of North Dakota, and its lowest point is 750 feet below sea level. The river is the widest in the northern part of the state near Canada, where it is 40 miles wide. It is much narrower in the southern part of the state, where it is only 10 miles wide.

3). North Dakota is also called the "Roughrider State"... The name comes from the cavalry that Teddy Roosevelt organized to fight in the Spanish-American War. Many of the people in the cavalry were from North Dakota. There were bills passed in 1971 and 1973 proposing to change the name on license plates to the "Roughrider Country," but they were denied.

4). The name "Dakota" comes from a Sioux word... One interesting fact about North Dakota is the origin of the name. The word "Dakota" means "friend". There is both a Dakota Tribe and a Sioux Tribe which used the term in their language. Before North Dakota was a state, it was the Dakota Territory, or the friend territory, along with what is now South Dakota.

5). The North Dakota State Capitol cost two million dollars to build. It was completed in 1934 and the workers who built it were only paid $0.30 per hour when construction started. However, they went on strike and got paid $0.50 per hour for the remainder of the project. The building was extended in 1980, which cost $10.5 million to build.
 
6). President Theodore Roosevelt loved North Dakota. Although Teddy Roosevelt is from New York, he arrived in North Dakota on September 8th 1883, and was immediately smitten with the state. He wanted to kill a buffalo when he was there, which he did. But he also invested in ranches, got in bar fights, and lived the life of a true North Dakota cowboy. 
 
7). It is called this because the International Peace Garden is in North Dakota. The name Peace Garden State was added to the state license plates in 1956. People liked the name, so it was made the official North Dakota nickname.
 
8). The site lies between North Dakota and Ontario, Canada, and it was created to establish friendship between the people of the two countries. The International Peace Garden broke ground on July 14th, 1932.
 
9). One of the less well-known North Dakota facts about the state is that it contains a large amount of Lignite. Lignite is a type of coal, sometimes called brown coal, which was used by earlier settlers to heat their homes. The first lignite mine in North Dakota opened in 1873, and 250 more lignite mines opened in the following 50 years. Today, around 30 million tons of Lignite are mined in the state annually.
 
10). Every year, more than 38.6 million pounds of honey, is produced by the honey bees in North Dakota. The honey is valued at more than 61 million dollars, more than any other state. All the honeybees in the state are tracked, as their owners need to have a license.
 
11). North Dakota was part of the Louisiana Purchase. All the land that makes up North Dakota was part of the 530 million acres that the United States bought. The land cost $15 million, and it was purchased from France in 1803. Thomas Jefferson approved the purchase to help the United States expand to the West.
 
Have a blessed day... Take care and GOD bless...
 

 

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Hi @MOHLovesAlaska !

Wooow! I didn't know about the wishfetti! Now I want to go on New Years Eve . although I may change my mind afterwards as too many people in one place can get me a bit anxious.

Also, I didn't know there were so many fun facts about March! I mean, I always thought it was a special month since my birthday and and many family members' and friends' birthday are also on March!

I knew about the New Year date change made by Julius Caesar and I always thought he surely had a big ego to do that just because he wanted.

And about Chicago, it has been a coincidence but both times I went there were on march, different years, and yes! I felt like I was going to be blown away! One of the times I was clinging to my (ex)boyfriend because of it . It was really fun but also impressive and tiring to walk against the wind, and considering it was before I started going to the gym, I don't know how I managed to stay on earth! ๐Ÿคฃ

@MariaPandora good evening, dear friend, I think that is pretty wild as well with the wishfetti... I have never been to windy Chicago but would love to make it a wish date to go for a 3โ€“5-day vacation...I also knew about Julius Ceasar changing the New Year date... I agree with you, I think he did it just to prove and show he could... Thank you for your reply, and for being one of the biggest supporters in this thread...

Have a great evening, take care and GOD bless...

 

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Thanks for sharing, @MOHLovesAlaska. I had no clue about the honeybees in North Dakota. I found that to be very interesting! ๐Ÿ

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@AlyssaPandora I'm with you that one, I would have never guessed ND producing more honey than any other state... Thank you for your friendly reply, and for being one of the biggest supporters of all the threads I curate... I hope you are having a great start to this new year thus far...

Take care dear friend, and GOD bless...

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Good Wednesday afternoon dear friend, today we are going to learn some weird and true facts about the great state of Screenshot_8-1-2025_145547_cdn11.bigcommerce.com.jpeg, enjoy the read...

1). Wisconsin, located in the Midwest region of the United States, is a state known for its diverse geography, rich history, and vibrant culture. Bordered by two Great Lakes, Superior and Michigan, the state is renowned for its stunning landscapes, including forests, lakes, and picturesque rolling hills. Its largest city, Milwaukee, is a major cultural hub, and the capital city, Madison, is renowned for its prestigious university. The stateโ€™s history is deeply tied to Native American tribes like the Menominee, Ho-Chunk, and Ojibwe, whose influence can still be seen today in various aspects of Wisconsinโ€™s culture and society. European settlers, primarily of German, Scandinavian, and Polish descent, also played a significant role in shaping the state. This blend of cultures is evident in Wisconsinโ€™s diverse festivals, cuisine, and traditions. 

2). Dairyland Heritage: Wisconsin is famously known as โ€œAmericaโ€™s Dairylandโ€ due to its extensive dairy production, particularly in cheese. The stateโ€™s dairy heritage is deeply ingrained in its culture and economy. Cheese Capital: Wisconsin holds the title of being the leading cheese producer in the United States, contributing to the nationโ€™s overall dairy industry.

3). Origin of the Name: The stateโ€™s name, โ€œWisconsin,โ€ is believed to be derived from the Ojibwe word โ€œMeskonsing,โ€ which translates to โ€œit lies red.โ€ This is thought to refer to the red sandstone of the Wisconsin River.

4). Abundance of Lakes: Wisconsin is blessed with an impressive number of lakes, boasting over 15,000 of them, including the Great Lakesโ€”Lake Michigan and Lake Superior.

5). Birthplace of the Ice Cream Sundae: Two Rivers, Wisconsin, is famously claimed to be the birthplace of the ice cream sundae, with the first known documentation of its creation dating back to the late 19th century.

6). Harley-Davidson Motorcycles: Milwaukee is the birthplace of Harley-Davidson, one of the most iconic motorcycle manufacturers in the world. The company was founded in a small shed in 1903.

7). Barbie Doll Birthplace: Ruth Handler, the inventor of the Barbie doll, was from Denver, Colorado, but the doll was brought to life and first manufactured in Wisconsin.

8). Birthplace of Flag Day: The city of Waubeka, Wisconsin, is recognized as the birthplace of Flag Day, first celebrated by Bernard J. Cigrand in 1885.

9). Oldest Operating Dairy Farm: Established in 1841, Hinchleyโ€™s Dairy Farm in Cambridge, Wisconsin, is considered the oldest continuously operating dairy farm in the United States. 

10). Les Paul: Les Paul, a pioneering musician and inventor of the solid-body electric guitar, was born in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Lester William Polsfuss, known as Les Paul, was an American jazz, country, and blues guitarist, songwriter, luthier, and inventor. He was one of the pioneers of the solid-body electric guitar, and his prototype called the Log, served as inspiration for the Gibson Les Paul. Paul taught himself how to play guitar, and while he is mainly known for jazz and popular music, he had an early career in country music. In the 1950s, he and his wife, singer and guitarist Mary Ford, recorded numerous records, selling millions of copies. The most expensive Les Paul ever sold was Duane Allman's 1957 Gibson Les Paul, which sold for $1.25 million. 

Have a blessed day... Take care and GOD bless...

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