Americana Story Ideas - US South Midwest West for 250th Anniversary

For a major outlet, I’m looking for ideas about Americana in the South, Midwest, and West (NOT the Northeast, which my editor says is covered) tied to the 250th anniversary. I know that’s pretty vague, but that’s all I really know, so send me what you have —major bonus points if it’s not a hotel package. I just found out about this one, so hit me up ASAP, by Monday at the latest. Send a SEPARATE email to blanebachelor[at]gmail[dot]com with the subject line: America 250 and a quick, concise graf or two about your idea. I’ll share the name of the outlet via email. Thank you!