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Katie Terrill captures the lives of student athletes from Maine Central Institute and how basketball plays an important role at the school.

Following the terrorists attacks of 9/11, Scott Rodbro and Trevor S. Brown Jr. set out to find Maine's heroes, contacting veterans groups in the state. Rodbro and Brown Jr. speak to veterans about their time and experiences in the armed services.

One mystical form of Islam known as Sufism has been practiced in the United States since the early 20th Century, and in Maine, there are people who practice Sufi meditation. Jessica Miller explores the experiences of Sufi followers and discusses how the practice works for individuals.

For the Freeport Flag Ladies, the American flag is more than just a symbol, but an entire lifestyle. Brendan Collins highlights how this group has made it their life's work to keep alive a sense of true Americanism, despite an unpopular war in Iraq.

In central Maine, there is a cluster of small communities that are home to many Swedish immigrants. Debbie Ziegler and others investigate how these communities continue to preserve the traditions of their forefathers.

Brendan Moore explores the culture of independent film making in Maine, speaking to filmmakers and discussing films.

Susanna Robbins documents the various way individuals in Portland celebrate and prepare for the Fourth of July.

Introduction to readers for Eastport For Pride, a Salt double issue publication, on the topic of the village of Eastport, .

Introduction to articles in this issue of Salt magazine on the topic of what it means to be a Mainer, and the displacement of Maine people.