Livability

In Oak Ridge, TN, a national civil rights monument commemorates the 85 brave students who integrated Oak Ridge public schools in 1955. By Nancy Henderson on July 7, 2026 A rendering of Scarboro 85 Monument currently under construction in Oak Ridge, TN.

The Oak Ridge Discovery Foundation is the home of the American Museum of Science and Energy and the Atomic History Campus at K-25 in Oak Ridge, TN. By Karen Vernon on July 7, 2026 Visitors of all ages learn about science and engineering at the Oak Ridge Discovery Foundation.

From farmers markets and reindeer farms to orchards and pumpkin patches, enjoy a wide variety of agricultural activities in Central Michigan. By Wesley Broome on July 1, 2026 Get your fill of pumpkin fun in Central Michigan. The agricultural legacy of Central Michigan is alive and well in its abundance of agritourism experiences that are available to the public all year long. “The Saginaw Valley has a rich agricultural history,” says Dianna Stampfler, president of Promote Michigan.

Willkommen to this Central Michigan gem filled with plenty of fun experiences for the family. By Kate Robertson on July 1, 2026 Cross the covered bridge in Frankenmuth, MI. Founded in 1845, Frankenmuth, Michigan, is a small town shaped by its Bavarian roots and a strong sense of community that has earned it the moniker of Michigan’s Little Bavaria.

The stunning Great Lakes Bay and Central Michigan region is chock full of surprises for students. By Emily Handy on July 1, 2026 Central Michigan University students can enjoy nearby downtown Mt. Pleasant, MI. From sports to music festivals and the great outdoors, there’s so much for college students to explore and experience in and around the Saginaw, MI, region. The Great Lakes Bay Region of Central Michigan is one of the state’s hidden gems.

Ready to look past the tourist strips? From 18th-century Cherokee living villages and traffic-free bike loops to heritage moonshine tastings, discover the true heartbeat of the hills. By Anna Marie Imbordino on July 1, 2026 Who is America? Since the nation’s founding in 1776, this question has left settlers, citizens and founding fathers alike a bit puzzled. In truth, America has always spoken with a voice distinctly its own, yet somehow oddly familiar.

A resident shares how the cooler temperatures are when the fun really starts to heat up. By Nicole Haase on June 30, 2026 Snow Snake Ski & Golf in Harrison, MI Mick Haley grew up in Harrison in Central Michigan. When he left to attend Michigan State University, he thought he’d never move back to the middle of the state.

Chef’s Take on the Best Restaurants in Midland, MI Chef Sergey’s Bakery co-owner serves up a hearty menu of great places to eat in Midland. By Amy Antonation on June 30, 2026 Restaurant co-owners Natalia Iakovleva and Sergey Pokanevych at Chef Sergey's Bakery in Midland, MI. “Hospitality has been my entire life,” says Sergey Pokanevych, chef and co-owner of Chef Sergey’s Bakery in Midland.

Savor the sights, sounds and flavors of the Scenic City. Nestled in the southeast region of Tennessee, Chattanooga is an idyllic weekend getaway. It sits less than two hours from Knoxville, a little over two hours from Nashville and is just a quick drive across the border from both Georgia and Alabama.

The 30A Lifestyle: Dana Ford Partners with Livability Listings By Livability on June 26, 2026 New “Livability Listings” Initiative Connects Relocating Professionals with Top-Tier Local Experts Who Prioritize Lifestyle and Community FRANKLIN, TN — Livability.com, a leading national platform for community research and relocation, is proud to announce that Dana Ford, Realtor with Scenic Sotheby’s International Realty, has been elected as a Livability Listings Expert.