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Nicest Places

After hearing all your stories and submissions, we’ve found some of the nicest places in America. From metropolitan miracles to small-town hidden gems, our nation’s capacity for human kidness will amaze you. Did your town make the list?

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Evansville, WI

Merry Christmas! So many people go without gifts over the holidays — but in Evansville, far fewer than before, thanks


Salida, CO

Look twice! That’s not just a Christmas tree — it goes all the way up the mountain, hundreds of feet!


Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Hattiesburg Lodge No. 599, MS

For Elk Lodges all across the country, helping your fellow man, especially youth and veterans, is a standard. For our...


Worden, MT

Tom Martin, a 90-year-old local, is surprised by the town on his birthday. (Credit: Cherie Freeman) This rural community takes