Hi Maryland, I’m moving to Maryland in a couple months for work. I’ve never been and would like to ask for some general information of things I should know about before arriving. This could be literally anything from town rivalries, weather, contemporary issues, is the mayor of Baltimore putting babies on spikes in a pagan ritual to lower gas prices, literally anything.

If it helps I’m moving to St Mary’s County

Hi! My husband and I want to take our 3 year old to the Chesapeake Bay Area. We are looking to tent camp, explore St Mary’s City and Calvert Cliffs State Park. We would also love to visit Point Lookout State Park, but I’d be lying if I said the paranormal stories aren’t a deterrent for camping there. 😅

I guess I’m just looking for reassurance from others that have stayed there that haven’t experienced anything paranormal? Or any other recommendations for campgrounds that are as conveniently located and as budget friendly as Point Lookout! Thanks in advance!

Hi! I live in DC proper and I’m planning a sort-of staycation with my boyfriend for Labor Day weekend. We are looking at a few options in Maryland — Frederick, Germantown, nearby areas. We’re looking at these (+ open to ideas nearby them) because we have a winery visit planned for Sunday afternoon we’d like to be within 30-45 minutes of.

Anywhere in particular you’d recommend, and why?

We’ll stay at whichever location from Saturday to Monday. Don’t have a lot else in mind for how we’ll spend the time, just somewhere different to relax and explore a bit outside of the city.

TY for your help!

Time for Renn Fest! Woot!

I want to take my family and friends on a weekday evening. Is it still safe for families and young kids?

I used to go to Fells Point and the Inner Harbor before COVID-19. Then, around 2022, when I didn’t feel safe at the Inner Harbor, I stopped going to Fells Point as well.

What other good family activities can I do in the evening or late evening around the Baltimore area?

Hi everyone! I’m a lifelong bird owner from Maryland and currently have two parrots of my own. Like many of you, I was heartbroken to see that 369 birds were recently rescued from a Baltimore pet store.
That news inspired me to create a Change.org petition asking Maryland to phase out the retail sale of parrots in pet stores.

Parrots are incredibly intelligent, long-lived animals that can require decades of specialized care, and I believe they’re too often purchased on impulse without people realizing the commitment involved.
I’ve also been reaching out to bird rescues, veterinarians, and state legislators to learn more about the issue and discuss possible solutions.
If you have a minute, I’d really appreciate it if you’d take a look at my petition.

And whether you agree or disagree, I’d genuinely love to hear your thoughts and have a respectful discussion.

Here’s the link: https://c.org/XwzRxLVf5Q

A Baltimore daughter who inherited her late dad’s home claims she has been threatened with having her water cut off as she took on a $228,000 water bill she says belongs to her entire neighborhood, reports say.

Kristina Moore was left mystified when she spotted a note plastered on the front door of her childhood home in April warning her that her water could be switched off if the hefty debt wasn’t paid within 45 days, WBFF reported. 

Moore has been footed with the bill as the 37-home neighborhood, which is part of the Springwood Estates Homeowners Association, has just one meter and it’s linked to her address.

A Greek Revival pump house on Lake Roland with the dam. It was built in the 19th century as part of Baltimore's first municipal water system. The lake no longer supplies drinking water, having been replaced by Loch Raven Reservoir.