What did America sound like as a new nation? On Shore Musicians, Tom Jaffe talks with the Ampersands about Music of the New Nation, their program of songs and tunes celebrating the country’s 250th birthday.

Small, sweet, and just a little bossy! Our Pet of the Week is Toto, a Shih Tzu who gets along with children and other animals. Meet this lovable character and find out why he might be the perfect addition to someone's family.

Could a routine doctor's appointment save your life? On Shore Doctor, Dr. Casey Scott explains which preventive visits and screenings matter, why we sometimes put them off, and what we risk by waiting.

What if science fiction isn't so fictional anymore? On Shore Tech Pulse, Sushila Nair introduces five emerging technologies that could transform how we live, work, and interact with the world around us.

An Office of Religious Affairs? Is government getting involved in who we worship? On On My Plate, Amy Haines examines what this means, the questions it raises, and why the relationship between religion and government deserves our attention.

Still saving that outfit for an event that may never happen? On Closet Editor, Beth Haschen helps us recognize which clothes deserve a place in our closets and which ones we're holding onto for all the wrong reasons.

Tom Jaffe talks with Eastern Shore singer, guitarist, and composer Dave McQuay about the experiences and emotions behind his atmospheric, original folk-rock music.

A new Maryland law could make it easier to leave your home to someone you love without putting them on the deed today. Shore Legal Access's Meredith Girard explains Transfer-on-Death Deeds, what changed October 1, and what homeowners should know.

Red or white? Why not shake things up? On Wine Wednesday, wine coach Laurie Forster welcomes Greg Brewer, named Winemaker of the Year by Wine Enthusiast, for a conversation about moving beyond our usual wine choices.