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9 Surefire Signs You Have Strong Roots In Maryland

by Megan Todaro
on Dec 6
A row of colorful bicycles parked by a beach, with a blue sky and ocean in the background.
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Eight Photos You’ll Only Understand If You Hail From Maryland

by Hugh Taylor
on Mar 26
A unique boat with large round features docked by a waterfront, under a blue sky with fluffy clouds and a city skyline in the background.
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Most People Don’t Even Know This Ancient Historic Artifact In Maryland Even Exists

by Hugh Taylor
on Jul 17
A stone lion statue stands in front of a tall pagoda surrounded by greenery and flowers on a sunny day.
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These Five Celebrities Hail From Some of Maryland’s Most Charming Small Towns

by Hugh Taylor
on Feb 9
Linda Hamilton
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You May Be Surprised To Learn These 20 Famous People Are From Maryland

by Jamie Alvarenga
on Jul 9
A woman in a black dress holds an Emmy award, smiling at a press event with a backdrop featuring the Emmy logo.

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Some People Don’t Know That Baltimore Was The First To Do These 10 Things

Baltimore boasts several historical firsts, including the first monument to George Washington and the first dental school in America.

by Jamie Alvarenga
on Jul 2
Statue of Thurgood Marshall in front of a brick building, flanked by flags and columns.
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7 Surprising Firsts That Maryland Can Proudly Claim

Maryland boasts several historical firsts, including the first Washington Monument and the first dental school in the nation.

by Jamie Alvarenga
on Oct 26
Baltimore Washington Monument
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Some People Don’t Know That Washington DC Was The First To Do These 6 Things

Washington DC is known for being a hub of inventions, new businesses, and innovative ideas beyond its historical monuments and museums.

by Maura Hughes
on Jul 2
A lively band performs outdoors, featuring musicians with brass instruments, drums, and a guitarist in colorful attire.
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Most People Don’t Know These 14 Movies Were Filmed In Maryland

Maryland has been the filming location for numerous well-known movies, showcasing its diverse and picturesque settings.

by Jamie Alvarenga
on Feb 2
Aerial view of a baseball field with players on the diamond and a crowd in the stands.
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10 Ridiculously Weird but Totally True Facts About Maryland

You won't believe fact no. 2.

by Jamie Alvarenga
on Nov 29
close up of wooden Mallard decoys in the water in Maryland for hunting
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These 15 Crazy Laws In Washington DC Will Leave You Scratching Your Head In Wonder

Washington DC has numerous strange and quirky laws that are still in effect today.

by Maura Hughes
on Jan 6
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16 Facts About Washington DC You Never Knew Were True

Discover 16 fascinating and unusual facts about Washington DC, from secret subways to the origins of the seventh inning stretch.

by Maura Hughes
on Dec 23
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10 Extremely Weird Things Only People From Maryland Do

Marylanders embrace unique quirks and traditions that may seem strange to outsiders.

by Jamie Alvarenga
on Apr 20
A pile of cooked crabs on newspaper, with a wooden mallet beside them, set against a marina backdrop.