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With a lot of planning and a little help from an algorithm, you get the optimal United States driving route.

A data scientist has lend a hand in planning the ultimate US road trip that takes you cross-country to see 50 iconic landmarks, including Mount Rushmore and San Franciscos cable cars.

In the wake of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, William Gosch enlisted in the Marine Corps in December 1942 and was soon stationed in the Pacific Theater, participating in four combat missions over two years including the Battle of Okinawa.

Take a guided or virtual tour, ride carousels and learn all about the history of Charles Wallace Parker and the factory where he built "carry-us-all" and other amusement rides.

What is going on in Connecticut stages and other venues to celebrate Christmas?

With his many appearances at shopping malls, city parks and more, Santa certainly makes the rounds this time of year. But a unique opportunity to capture a memory with St. Nick will be available at the Volo Museum.

No Democrat running for statewide office showed up Friday for the 139th annual Crocodile...

The program titled "Museum Makeover" gives recipients up to $3,000 to each institution as well as free visits from museum curators. Recipients include the Wilton Historical Society, Danbury Railway Museum and The Dudley Farm Museum. 

The Nelson-Atkins is great, but don't stop there: The Kansas City region has plenty of quirky, specific and straight-up weird museums. From puppetry to dolls and carousels, these exhibits are definitely worth a trip.

Though they've all now been closed for at least two decades, they made memories that lasted a lifetime.