Travel
Christmas In Aiken, South Carolina Beckons With Wonder
If a Christmas fantasy is what you're after, this destination is high on your list of to-do.
These are the cities in the U.S. with the worst traffic - TheStreet
Guess which Midwest city was #1? Atlanta didn't even crack the top 10 - despite being the 8th largest US city.
Culture
52 fascinating things I learned in 2023 | Tom Whitwell
Tom has been doing this since 2014 and it’s always worth a read. My favorite takeaways were: There’s been a colony of 15,000 wild scorpions living in Kent for 200 years. The US Defense Department earns $100m/year operating slot machines used by soldiers on their bases. Some corrupt Mexican police are now using card terminals to make collecting bribes at traffic stops more convenient.
The Evils of Family Vlogging
In the age of oversharing, family vlogging content has exploded across online platforms, turning temper tantrums into clickbait and bedtime stories into scripted performances. Are Vloggers and influencers costing their kids childhood in exchange for clicks?
50 Classic Christmas Movies - Best Holiday Films of All Time
If you go through the holidays without watching at least one of these films, you might just be the Grinch...
America’s Last Washboard Factory Isn’t Ready to Throw in the Towel - WSJ
Washboard sales went up 57% during the pandemic, inspired by “fears of societal collapse and limited laundry service”, although 40% are sold as percussion instruments.
Vanderbilt University Soars in Popularity - Town & Country Mag
Vanderbilt and Nashville have transformed in the last 10 years. Hear's what's behind their rapid rise.
Sporting
The all-time greatest Masters Tournament moments
From Tiger to Jack, Bubba, and Mize. Relive these unforgettable moments.
2023 All-SEC Football Teams Announced
Twelve Southeastern Conference schools place a member on the 2023 All-SEC Coaches' Football First Team, as the first and second teams.
Golf
A Look Back at 2023 in Golf: A Year of Drama
The PGA Tour is looking at LIV Golf, and the L.P.G.A. and Ladies European Tour are on the cusp of joining together.
How much distance golfers can expect to lose with new golf-ball rollback
The golf-ball rollback plan is officially moving forward. Here's how many yards golfers can expect to lose with the newly conforming balls.
PGA Tour, Tiger Woods react to Jon Rahm’s move to LIV Golf
It didn’t take long for the Tour to respond to the world No. 3’s move to its competitor.
Food & Drink
Holidays in the South: 50 Festive Recipes – Garden & Gun
Celebrate the season with friends, family, and these timeless holiday favorites.
3 Food Stalls Have Michelin Stars | Here's Where They Are and How They Taste
Two street food stalls, in Bangkok and Singapore, have Michelin stars. The third, a Singaporean noodle stall, lost its star in 2021 after expanding into a chain.
30 New Year's Eve Cocktails to Toast Through the Night | Epicurious
Watch the ball drop with one of these festive New Year’s drinks in hand.
The 100 Best American Whiskeys
The Top-100 selection ranges across all categories of American whiskey, from bourbon to rye to blended whiskeys and American single malt.
Magnolia League
Free Gift For You – Magnolia League
We want everyone to try our new ultralight mineral sunscreen + moisturizer. Get it FREE with any purchase until December 21st.
2024 PGA Show Hosts Golf’s Top Brands in Orlando, Jan. 23-26
Magnolia League will be featured among top golf brands at the 2024 PGA Show! If you're near Orlando from Jan. 23-26, please drop us a line.
Men's Health
The ultimate guide to emotional intelligence | Fast Company
Yes, you can improve your emotional intelligence—and it could help you succeed in work and life. Here’s what you need to know.
When the juice ain't worth the squeeze | RadReads
Is the steep cost of being a #1 kingpin worth it to you? NVIDIA's founder, what makes entrepreneurs tick, and what it takes - isn't for everyone.
Music
Why the South Can Claim Taylor Swift (And Why Everyone Else Can, Too) – Garden & Gun
From her roots in Nashville’s country music scene, Taylor Swift has reached a nearly unprecedented level of universal fame.
Nashville Scene’s Year in Music 2023: The Year in Country
Three artists dominated country music this year: Zach Bryan, Lainey Wilson and Jelly Roll. Each has his or her own distinct style and long lists of accolades, but they share one important thing. All were once underdogs who stuck to their guns and found success their own way, signaling a refreshing turn of the tide.
Watch Grateful Dead Break Out ‘Here Comes Sunshine’ On This Date In 1992
The Grateful Dead dusted off "Here Comes Sunshine" for the first time in nearly 20 years in Tempe, Arizona on this date in 1992.