Pennsylvania, where you can ski in the morning, hit Amish country by lunch, and scream at bad drivers in three distinct regional accents before dinner. It’s a state where Wawa vs. Sheetz is a blood feud, potholes outnumber people, and the phrase “PA Wilds” somehow means both nature and no cell service. If these ten … Read more

Oregon, where it rains 200 days a year, flannel is a year-round fashion choice, and no one has ever let you pump your own gas. It’s a state full of craft everything—beer, coffee, soap, arguments—and where you might see a Subaru with both a “Coexist” sticker and a kayak on top. If these ten things … Read more

Oklahoma, where the wind really does come sweeping down the plain, the weather is emotionally unstable, and everyone owns at least one pair of boots for both fashion and survival. It’s a state where tornado sirens double as background music, and “y’all” is as common as sweet tea at a church potluck. If these ten … Read more

Ohio, the land of Buckeye pride, unpredictable weather, and arguments about chili that can ruin friendships. It’s a state where cornfields meet city skylines, “O-H!” echoes across stadiums, and orange barrels are considered a season. If the following makes total sense to you, then congrats—you’ve been in Ohio far too long, and you probably flinch … Read more

Maine, where the accents are thick, the winters are thicker, and everyone either owns a lobster trap or knows someone who does. From rocky coastlines to backwoods cabins, Mainers are fiercely independent, suspicious of outsiders, and proud of their roots—whether those roots are in Portland or in a town you’ve never heard of with a … Read more

Maryland, where the crabs are sacred, the flag is loud, and Old Bay is basically its own food group. Nestled between the North and the South (and low-key judging both), Marylanders are fiercely loyal, oddly passionate about highways, and always ready to remind you that yes, they do, in fact, have the best blue crabs … Read more

North Carolina, where “bless your heart” has layers, barbecue is basically a religion with regional denominations, and you can hit the beach and the mountains before lunch if your gas tank holds out. It’s a state where college rivalries are life-and-death, snow days are magical chaos, and humidity hits you like a wet wool blanket. … Read more

Massachusetts, home of Revolutionary War roots, the world’s most aggressive left turns, and an accent so iconic it practically deserves its own historical landmark. Bay Staters are proud, wicked smart, and fully prepared to debate you on sports, seafood, or traffic laws at any given moment. But if you’re feeling brave enough to poke the … Read more

Michigan, home of the Great Lakes, auto industry pride, and people who will unapologetically use their hand as a map whenever geography enters the conversation. Michiganders are fiercely loyal to their state, whether they’re repping Detroit hustle, Upper Peninsula ruggedness, or the magic of a summer day “Up North.” But if you’re feeling bold (or … Read more