NATALIJA UGRINA

A quiet Redlands street, a Victorian house, and the moment I realized I’d been sleeping on this town for years. I can’t believe I lived in Los Angeles for so many years and never made it to Redlands . This place was hiding in plain sight — quietly sitting inland while I drove past, flew over, and planned trips everywhere else. And yet, the moment I arrived, I knew this was exactly the kind of town I’m drawn to. Calm. Historic. A little mysterious. And filled with Victorian ar

Before she became Hollywood's biggest star, Marilyn Monroe was crowned Castroville's first Artichoke Queen in 1948.

On a leisurely road trip through the hidden gems of northern Florida, I stumbled upon a captivating detour: the ghost town of Ellaville. Situated at the scenic confluence of the Suwannee and Withlacoochee rivers, and marked by an old, haunting bridge, this once-thriving community offered a rich narrative set against the backdrop of Florida's lush landscapes. The Foundations of Ellaville Ellaville's story began in the 1860s, when George Franklin Drew, an entrepreneur who would

Welcome to Quincy, Florida! Nestled in Gadsden County, this small town might seem like any other Southern town at first glance. But Quincy has a remarkable story that sets it apart — it's known as the town of Coca-Cola millionaires. How did this quiet spot become a symbol of unexpected wealth? It all started during the Great Depression with a visionary banker named Pat Munroe. The Beginning: Pat Munroe's Insight The tale of Quincy’s association with Coca-Cola starts with a ba