Maine's state flag was voted one of the country's worst by experts, but when a politician proposed reinstating the original state flag, a heated debate ensued. Ali Lemer looks at Mainers' complicated feelings about their official symbols. Music: "Local Forecast - Elevator" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), "Light Touch" by Podington Bear/Chad Crouch (soundofpicture.com) and "Rhodesia" by Twin Musicom (twinmusicom.org) are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Thanks to Tim Schneider, Janice Cooper, Dave Martucci, Matt Dunlap, Sue Sheriff and Barry Goldsmith

Struggling to save their shoreline and town, Marjorie Sanborn and Lionel Chevalier wait for help from the Army Corps of Engineers. Jeanee Dudley documents how the erosion due to construction of a stone breakwater is moving sand away from the shores of Camp Ellis, the speaks to residents about their concerns.

Jordan Wyant documents how Kevin Badger, founder of the Maine Highlands Defense Force, feels marginalized by politics as a veteran on disability. Wyant discusses how Badger expresses his frustration through his militia and online forums.

Owner of a barbershop in Portland, Danny Mardigian shares his life story and experiences.

In East Lebanon, Col. George Martin puts on a lively performance at his weekly country auctions. Time Good and Anne Harrison document the work that Martin does at the auction.

In the town of Wells, the Maine Diner is closed during the tourist season, unlike the other diners. Mark Mayo and Abby Dubay investigate why Louie Toton chooses to open his diner after Labor Day and how it makes his diner different.

Owner of a barbership in Portland, Danny Mardigian shares his life story and experiences, while Polly Diantha Stone captures images.

Sadrah Schadel documents the work and lives of two strippers. Contains adult content.

Lara Cerri documents the activity of employees and patrons at Silly's Restaurant in Portland.

Sophie Dougher documents the life of Rina Wilber, owner of Wilber's Antiques in Greene, Maine.

Jim Daniels captures the people who live and work along Airline Road in Penobscot County.

Susy Kist documents how the Mickalide's make Tuscan style bread in their family bakery.