America's Coolest Small Towns by State

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Alabama - Fairhope

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Alaska - Talkeetna

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Arizona - Bisbee

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Arkansas - Eureka Springs

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California - Julian

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Colorado - Manitou Springs

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Delaware - Lewes

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Connecticut - Essex

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