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  Need more REAL TIME LOCAL news.

  Need more REAL TIME LOCAL news. This is probably something you could collaborate on with one of the local radio stations, or do some kind of ...more »

  Need more REAL TIME LOCAL news.

  This is probably something you could collaborate on with one of the local radio stations, or do some kind of citizen reporting thing to support (like CNN's ireport)... Some events don't warrant an article, and some are so fleeting that knowing RIGHT NOW is key.

  When I see traffic, I want to know what's going on. (is there an accident, a way around, etc.)

  When I hear a bunch of sirens I want to know what's going on. (monitor emergency radio channels and report what's going on)

  When the road is blocked... (like last week's water main issue downtown)

  When helicopters are circling over head... (last years construction accident at parole)

  When I hear loud noises... (fireworks at city dock on some random day that isn't normally associated with fireworks)

  When there's a crowd gathering around the state house... (random protests)

  When there's a crowd cheering at the navy stadium... (the navy football games are obvious but the field is used for all sorts of other things, would be nice to know what i'm missing)

  Get it? LOCAL and REAL TIME. A place to go, to find useful information. Call it the pulse of Annapolis or something like that, just make it happen.

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  Submitted by bkibbey 1 year ago

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  Better Local Calendar of Events

  You guys seem to have multiple calendars, I'd much rather have a single calendar I can filter. And, more importantly, you seem to be missing ...more »

  You guys seem to have multiple calendars, I'd much rather have a single calendar I can filter. And, more importantly, you seem to be missing a LOT of local events. I'd like to see a Calendar of everything going on in the local area, but knowing what is going on at the primary venues are key. (Navy stadium, Rams Head, City Dock, Maryland Hall, etc.)

  You need to find a way to get more local events listed, even if it means entering them yourselves or automating entries from services like Upcoming.com or meetup or facebook or other places.

  In the end, I don't necessarily need to get them from your website either. I use Google Calendar extensively, so having your calendar events feed ready (RSS,etc.) is key for me, but probably not for everyone.

  I don't want to miss anything!

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  Submitted by bkibbey 1 year ago

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  Decent Political Reporting and Commentary

  How can the Montgomery Gazette have better political reporting and commentary on State government affairs? I don't get it. The Capital is RIGHT ...more »

  How can the Montgomery Gazette have better political reporting and commentary on State government affairs? I don't get it. The Capital is RIGHT HERE in Annapolis. There are thousands of retired/former state employees/politicians in the county. No one of note can write on State politics for the Capital?

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  Submitted by dawngmyers 1 year ago

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  Review Theatrical Productions

  I'd like to see more reviews of local theatre productions and other cultural events. There was a time when these would reliably be reviewed ...more »

  I'd like to see more reviews of local theatre productions and other cultural events. There was a time when these would reliably be reviewed the opening weekend. But now...sometimes performances aren't reviewed at all! Participants work hard to mount these shows that entertain residents and enrich the culture of our city. Can't we at least review their work?

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  Submitted by lkwintherhansen 1 year ago

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  Health comumns

  Like idea of health columns, as population is aging include some topics for seniors' health. John N., D.B.A.

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  Submitted by norville 1 year ago

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  Make a section just for "Good" news!

  There is often too much emphasis put on "bad" news that happens in the community, across the Nation and even around the world. There are a lot ...more »

  There is often too much emphasis put on "bad" news that happens in the community, across the Nation and even around the world. There are a lot of people doing "great" things in our area and everywhere! I think people are ready for more "good" news. Let's stop focusing on the negative and more on the positive aspects of life. We need to honor those who are making a positive impact in peoples lives . When people see others doing good and helping others it can inspire them to do something good too. It can have a domino effect and imagine what can happen if it catches on.

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  Submitted by gracewalk1 1 year ago

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  Givz a prufreedor sum youseful imploymant

  Hey everyone makes mistakes, but a newspaper should be held to a higher standard. After all they are getting paid to produce it! The most recent ...more »

  Hey everyone makes mistakes, but a newspaper should be held to a higher standard. After all they are getting paid to produce it!

  The most recent recollection was "Loathian", come on, it is a town in our own county--The Capital should have spelled it correctly.

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  Submitted by jfrenaye 1 year ago

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  Point-Counter Point

  Juxtapose two columns with opposing opinions on a current topic. Create a list of topics of interest to the local area, perhaps by survey. ...more »

  Juxtapose two columns with opposing opinions on a current topic. Create a list of topics of interest to the local area, perhaps by survey. Get the editorial board and some outside advisors to brainstorm potential columnists who are subject matter experts with differing opinions on the issues. Then, run occasional side-by-side columns to look at an issue. There could be issues like the pros and cons of alternate energy, tax policy, development/smart growth, etc. It could bring in more local voices and perspectives and educate (or confuse) The Capital's readers on issues of importance to them.

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  Submitted by mike.collins 1 year ago

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  Full News Articles in RSS

  RSS (Real Simple Syndication) would be a great addition to www.HometownAnnapolis.com. I much prefer to consume my news in real time and all ...more »

  RSS (Real Simple Syndication) would be a great addition to www.HometownAnnapolis.com.

  I much prefer to consume my news in real time and all in one place. This is a pretty standard feature on other news websites.

  I would be opposed to making this a benefit of a subscription but I wouldn't be opposed to it being ad-supported like the other articles on the website.

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  Submitted by digitalslacker 1 year ago

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  Home Based Business Spotlight

  

  I would like to see a weekly or monthly spotlight about locals who are involved in home based businesses. In theses tough economic times jobs ...more »

  

  I would like to see a weekly or monthly spotlight about locals who are involved in home based businesses. In theses tough economic times jobs are difficult to come by and because of this many people are turning to non-traditional ways of generating income. As a result, you now have people not only surviving during these times, but in some cases thriving. As someone who is involved in a homebase business (ManCave), I think that others could benefit from being able to find out about the numerous opportunities available to them in these tough times.

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  Submitted by andrewwiltonwatts 1 year ago

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  Local papers good forum for health information

  I am a pharmacist and am also a member of the Professional Development Committee of the Maryland Pharmacists Association. The pharmacists and ...more »

  I am a pharmacist and am also a member of the Professional Development Committee of the Maryland Pharmacists Association. The pharmacists and pharmacy students on this committee would like to launch a public education initiative to support Maryland residents to make healthy choices.

  One aspect of this initiative is to write a health column each month for submission to local publications such as yours. Each month will have a different health theme related to the season. Planned themes include immunizations (flu shots), diabetes, cough & cold, decreasing the risk of falls, heart health, and others. I hope you would find this kind of information helpful for your readers.

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  Submitted by joni.m.larrabee 1 year ago

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  Arts and Crafts Local Talent

  I would like to see more coverage on local talent including crafters and artist. There is so much talent. Maybe a craft corner where artist can ...more »

  I would like to see more coverage on local talent including crafters and artist. There is so much talent. Maybe a craft corner where artist can get together and share ideas ans share vending information..Is there any interest out there?

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  Submitted by rrdsqueen 1 year ago

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  Box Scores for the Baysox

  Box scores for the Baysox I'd like to be able to follow the Baysox more closely online. If not box scores, then at least an article or two ...more »

  Box scores for the Baysox

  I'd like to be able to follow the Baysox more closely online. If not box scores, then at least an article or two a couple times a week.

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  Submitted by steveholcomb1 1 year ago

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  New Idea survey

  We need a 'Fact Check' column to offset the disinformation put out by politicans and politcal action groups. For example, the 'Death Panels' ...more »

  We need a 'Fact Check' column to offset the disinformation put out by politicans and politcal action groups. For example, the 'Death Panels' in the Health Care plan. Also, more fair-mined journalists like David Broder, George Will and Eugene Robinson. National and international news coverage is important because many people, because of their busy life, only read the Capital.

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  Submitted by mjmate 1 year ago

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  Pit Bulldogs

  I was totally aghast at the recent story where a woman fell and broke her hip and was unable to control her dog, a pit bull, which did its job ...more »

  I was totally aghast at the recent story where a woman fell and broke her hip and was unable to control her dog, a pit bull, which did its job by trying to protect its mistress. Police were called to clear the way for paramedics, and they ended up shooting the dog--or maybe they did that straightaway.

  First of all, do you have the person who most fears and hates pit bulldogs to write those yellow journalism articles? I have known many people who own(ed) one or more pits, and I have learned that they are excellent pets and watchdogs. The best dog I ever saw in my 64 years was a pit bulldog. If you told her Sit, she would sit forever in that spot. Totally obedient. How about less blood and thunder and more about the poor woman who was injured and also possibly lost her best friend?

  Second, can't the police carry something with which to subdue a dog besides shooting it? Like one of those poles with a noose on it like Animal Control uses? Maybe one would fit in the trunk. They should not always be reduced to potentially deadly gunfire.

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  Submitted by despinne 1 year ago

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  Eastern Shore

  Cover more news and community events on the Eastern Shore. Stevensville, Grasonville, Centreville and Chester have lots going on. You can cover ...more »

  Cover more news and community events on the Eastern Shore. Stevensville, Grasonville, Centreville and Chester have lots going on. You can cover more on the Bay from the folks living on/by it and working on it.

  Thanks.

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  Submitted by d.aford 1 year ago

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  General comments

  I think the Capital has some talented staff, especially for a small-town paper. We subscribe because it covers local news well, and has the best ...more »

  I think the Capital has some talented staff, especially for a small-town paper. We subscribe because it covers local news well, and has the best environmental reporting in the Chesapeake Bay region.

  I'd like to see a lot more balance among the columnists, who are mostly right-wing ideologues. And I applaud Tom Marquardt's decision not to endorse candidates anymore. Newspapers should strive to be objective, and endorsements blur that line.

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  Submitted by savethereefs 1 year ago

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  Marquardt's letter screening is aiding corruption in AA Cty

  Mr. Marquardt's letter screening is aiding and abetting systemic corruption in Anne Arundel County by keeping corrupt acts of County and Maryland ...more »

  Mr. Marquardt's letter screening is aiding and abetting systemic corruption in Anne Arundel County by keeping corrupt acts of County and Maryland judges away from local Capital readership eyes.

  I urge you to read "A Case of Systemic Corruption in Maryland" available in Anne Arundel County's library. Much of the facts supporting the existence of systemic corruption were denied access to the Capital newspaper, thus keeping County residents in the dark about such corruption which includes the crime of obstruction of justice by County and Maryland judges.

  You may also see a summary of the book at: www.atlasbooks.com that also provides actions taken by the County's Council and Maryland Governor O'Malley's replacement of the Chief Judge of the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland. The book had been furnished to current Governor O'Malley and prior Governor Ehrlich. Still the corruption lives on in the County's Permit Office.

  Under Mr. Marquardt's policy he obviously found that these facts were distasteful. But, all is not rosy in AA Cty, and a good newspaper should also report the facts even when not lauditory to the County.

  Sincerely,

  Jack Patermaster

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  Submitted by jpatermast 1 year ago

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  A few suggestions

  Make the printed paper a tabloid style paper. Much easier to read. Do follow up stories, so many stories just fade away. Do some investigation ...more »

  Make the printed paper a tabloid style paper. Much easier to read.

  Do follow up stories, so many stories just fade away. Do some investigation on stories. Don't just report whatever press releases you receive.

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  Submitted by meheron 1 year ago

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  Severna Park & Millersville News

  Enjoy the MD Gazette, but why does it seem to not include Severna Park & Millersville news ??

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  Submitted by norville 1 year ago

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  Drop the "karma" tab on postings.

  Suggest drop the "karma" tags - not really understood them & they detract from the postings.

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  Submitted by norville 6 months ago

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  Clean Crabs

  The Chesapeake Bay is so polluted that the seafood coming out of it is more contaminated than the Gulf seafood after the oil spill. Our Capitol ...more »

  The Chesapeake Bay is so polluted that the seafood coming out of it is more contaminated than the Gulf seafood after the oil spill. Our Capitol Idea is to clean out the crabs and such before we eat them "purged or detoxified" so us and our children do not get more cancer (which is the highest in the whole country) because of the contaminated seafood from the bay. If you put a crab full of chemicals in pure water for a couple of days the pollutants leave the crab and inter the water where the filters can collect it. It wouldn't cost much and the crabs would be safe to eat at family gatherings again.

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  Submitted by Sea Save 6 months ago

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  Coal Purification.

  The Chesapeake Bay pollution problem could be solved with a few simple steps. First…stop the pollution from going into the watershed by making ...more »

  The Chesapeake Bay pollution problem could be solved with a few simple steps. First…stop the pollution from going into the watershed by making companies such as chicken farms purify their run off water through coal from the power plants and then burn it just like it was to begin with, creating no waste. Coal or carbon is used in water purification everyday all over the world, so why not use it to clean up a polluted body of water? A few cargo ships or power plants would bring the water quality in the bay back enough to support the natural filters of the bay such as oysters and grasses which could once again keep the bay clean naturally.

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  Submitted by Sea Save 6 months ago

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  Aquaculture 101

  We have come up with a “Profitable Classroom” or Aqua-culture 101 if you will, while the young learn about science, technology, engineering, ...more »

  We have come up with a “Profitable Classroom” or Aqua-culture 101 if you will, while the young learn about science, technology, engineering, math, environment, and a trade they could use beyond school and into real life that also makes good money to pay for the program and others as the school needs. It also teaches them to care about life instead of killing it in video games. All while saving the Oceans of the world by flooding the market with “Class Corals” or fish breed in captivity, eliminating the need to take wild creatures from the Oceans anymore. Bay grasses and oysters could also be grown by schools and sold to the state.

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  Submitted by Sea Save 6 months ago

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  maps

  I suggest you use more accompanying maps with articles that are location specific...

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