10. Grand Island, NE
The “Cornhusker” state of Nebraska is represented by Grand Island on our list. Grand Island is known for its civic engagement…and for being the hometown of Henry Fonda! The latter’s academy award nominated performance in the 1940 classic “Grapes of Wrath” links this entry to the earlier one of Salinas (number 14 on our list!) by its connection to Nobel Laureate John Steinbeck.

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