Cary Estes

Birmingham

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Fun Places to Play Golf in Southwest Louisiana

1 week ago | livability.com | Cary Estes

You can tee it up throughout the region - and throughout the year. By Cary Estes on June 16, 2025 A man plays golf at Contraband Bayou Golf Club. "Swinging through town" takes on a different meaning when it comes to Southwest Louisiana. That's because there are several quality golf courses in the region that offer fun challenges for both experienced players and newcomers to the sport. "Southwest Louisiana is a thriving area to be a golfer.
FabArc Steel in Oxford has grown from the ground up

2 weeks ago | buff.ly | Cary Estes

In 1979, three men set up a flimsy tent cover in a field near Oxford and began working on one of the world’s heaviest materials. That was the humble beginnings of FabArc Steel Supply, which in the ensuing decades has forged itself into becoming the largest steel fabrication subcontractor in Alabama. FabArc is now a $300 million-plus company with a production capacity expected to reach 46,000 tons this year. And all this happened without ever leaving that original plot of ground just off I-20.
Pueblo, Colorado's Sports Scene Experiences a Renaissance

3 weeks ago | livability.com | Cary Estes

From youth hockey and high school football rivalries to an international boxing tournament, sports in Pueblo, CO, have a devoted following. By Cary Estes on June 6, 2025In Pueblo, CO, the spirit of sports past endures. This is a city with a long, rich history of sports events and facilities, many of which remain an important part of Pueblo today.
New Amenities Ramp Up Enjoyment of Pueblo Riverwalk

3 weeks ago | livability.com | Cary Estes

Waterworks Park provides a fun way to recreate on the Arkansas River, while soon-to-open Boathouse will provide a community hub. By Cary Estes on June 3, 2025 A rendering of the future Boathouse on the Pueblo Riverwalk in Pueblo, CO. The City of Pueblo, CO, is enhancing the watery world created by the Arkansas River flowing through town with the development of two new amenities on The Pueblo Riverwalk. The Pueblo Riverwalk has been attracting locals and visitors alike since it opened in 2000.
Sports Lovers Will Never Find a Dull Moment in Rutherford County, TN

1 month ago | livability.com | Cary Estes

From soccer and track to pickleball and horse shows, the region hosts a wide variety of athletic events. By Cary Estes on May 27, 2025 MTSU has 17 NCAA athletic teams, including football. It doesn't matter whether you'd like to participate or just appreciate, there is an athletic activity to enjoy in Rutherford County.
Running Culture Takes Off in Daytona Beach, FL

1 month ago | livability.com | Cary Estes

The beautiful beaches (and beyond) help make Volusia County a great place for runners. By Cary Estes on May 21, 2025 Two young run in the Racing on the Beach 5K in Daytona Beach, FL. Daytona Beach, FL, is known for offering fun in the sun. But the entire Volusia County region also is a great place to have fun on a run. The same wonderful weather that draws people to the beaches also provides an ideal climate for those who want to hit the ground running.
Hiking in Arkansas: 7 Top-Rated Trails to Kick-Start Your Adventure

1 month ago | livability.com | Cary Estes

Discover some of the tremendous trails found throughout the state. By Cary Estes on May 20, 2025Arkansas has long been known as The Natural State, a phrase that was added to highway welcome signs nearly 40 years ago. But only a small part of the state's beauty can be seen while driving along the road. Park your vehicle and set out on foot, because hiking in Arkansas is one of the best ways to experience the great outdoors here.
Nampa, Idaho, Is a Hub for Horse Culture

1 month ago | livability.com | Cary Estes

From trail rides to rodeos, horsemanship is a way of life in Idaho's Treasure Valley. By Cary Estes on April 30, 2025 A man works with a horse at Sweet Pepper Ranch near Nampa, ID. The hit TV show Yellowstone has recently introduced many people to traditional Western-style horseback riding. But horse culture is nothing new for the Nampa region, which has long been much more than a many-horse town.
Pedal Power! The Licking County Cycling Scene Is on a Roll

2 months ago | livability.com | Cary Estes

Find out why cyclists and shops love to call this Central Ohio region home. By Cary Estes on March 31, 2025 Horns Hill Bike Park The Licking County cycling scene includes a new shop where biking and baklava come together. OneLove Café and Bike Shop in Granville opened in 2024, creating a space that co-owners Fulya Doslovich and Asu Turkmen envision being as much about people as it is about pedals and pastries.
Outdoor Activities in Johnson City, TN, Nurture a Community of Fitness Enthusiasts

Mar 24, 2025 | livability.com | Cary Estes

Discover the thriving outdoor activity scene in Johnson City, TN, from fitness events to the cycling community. By Cary Estes on March 24, 2025 Between all the food and football, it can be difficult to get people off the couch on Thanksgiving Day, let alone entice them out of the house to run a 5K in cold weather. That was a concern in 2006 among organizers of the inaugural Johnson City Turkey Trot.