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Democrat, Republican, Independent.  Liberal or conservative.  We're talking politics here!

Talk about the candidates and make predictions. Be sure to check our Elections Section.

Discuss spirituality and religion in this forum.  Post information about worship services and events.  Looking for a particular place of worship?  Ask your neighbors for opinions.

Talk about diets, swap recipes and ask questions about health issues.

Warn others about scams or provide tips on saving a few bucks. Seek advice on investments--stocks, mutual funds & 401k's. Where's the best best place to bank?

Talk about computers, the net and the latest technology, e.g. music, video, wireless, you name it. Who do you love more? Your wife or your Tivo?

Talk about pet care, vet services and other issues regarding your furry, feathered and scaled friends. Be sure to visit our Pets Classifieds.

Discuss beauty products, hair care and other topics pertaining to the glorious female of the species.

Discuss environmental issues and how we can best be good caretakers of our planet.

This is a forum for members who are planning events and get-togethers.  Make plans and post your meeting information here.

Dating is harder than ever these days - almost as hard as being married. Let's talk about relationships! PLEASE do not post personal ads in the forums. Use a dating service instead.

Being a parent is challenging - let's talk about it here!

Hail to the Redskins (or is it Ravens now?)!  And how 'bout them O's? Be sure to visit our Sports section.

Anything and everything related to motors - General Vehicle Q&A; Street Car, Trucks & SUVs; Racing (NASCAR); and Motorcycles & 4-wheeling.

Talk about anything from Scrapbooking to Model Trains to Photography.

Read a good book or seen a good movie lately? Been to a good restaurant or nightclub? Know a hot local band? Let everyone know about it!

Fishing, crabbing, boating, hunting, skiing - it's what we do in Southern Maryland!  Looking for a good fishing spot or curious about regulations?  Want to brag about your boat?  Or maybe you're a newbie who wants to know how to set up a crab line.  

Share tips and ask questions about your home and garden.

Share your vacation stories and tell us all about your travel experiences.

Have a great joke to share with our readers?  Tell it here!

Have an inspirational quote or funny saying you'd like to share?

Read Trevor Bothwell's column and give him your own opinion.

Read Ken King's latest column and let him know what you think!

This Forum is hosted by Henry Bonner, a local cultural historian and author. He is most willing to answer your questions concerning the history and heritage of Southern Maryland.

Please welcome our newest columnist, Tim McNeil, commenting on politics from the liberal perspective.

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