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Movie Review: Dee Rees' 'Mudbound' would make George Stevens proud 11/17/2017 01:30am • WASHINGTON -- She turned her NYU thesis film into the Sundance breakthrough "Pariah" (2011) before helming HBO's Emmy-winning "Bessie" about American blues icon Bessie Smith. Now, filmmaker Dee Rees is creating Oscar buzz with her new period drama "Mudbound," which Netflix acquired for $1 Local Va. Democratic leader dismisses parts of incorrect ballot claims 11/16/2017 11:35am • WASHINGTON — The Chairman of Virginia's First Congressional District Democratic Committee said Thursday that complaints from other Democrats about hundreds of potentially incorrect ballots in Fredericksburg are likely overblown, although there may still be some smaller significant issues. Matt Holiday tips and gifts for your survivalist 11/16/2017 11:25am • NEW YORK (AP) — There are survivalists ready to keep themselves alive for months with nothing more than a plastic fork (perhaps an exaggeration), then there's a greater universe of preppers who might need some help with bug-out gear come the end of the world. While you may think Uncle Philbert Your Guide to the Biggest Holiday Shopping Days of 2017 11/15/2017 07:00pm • The holiday shopping season is upon us again. Each year, stores compete for the attention of shoppers, and as our digital options grow, it can be confusing to know when and where to shop. Here are the biggest holiday shopping days of the year -- and how to take advantage of holiday sales, deals and Stafford Co. delays final election tally; Thomas leads Cole in 28th District race 11/13/2017 05:05pm • STAFFORD, Va. — The Stafford County Electoral Board voted 2 to 1 Monday to delay certification of the vote count until Tuesday amid questions about some provisional and absentee ballots. In one of the tightest contests for Virginia delegate, the race to replace retiring Republican House Speaker What to Consider When Shopping for Medicare Coverage 11/12/2017 07:00pm • Between Oct. 15 and Dec. 7, Medicare's annual open enrollment period, millions of Medicare beneficiaries have a chance to make changes to their coverage for the upcoming year. There are a few things you can do during this period. You can change from one Medicare Advantage or prescription drug plan Best Veterans Day Sales and Deals for 2017 11/08/2017 07:00pm • Black Friday and Cyber Monday are hailed as the chief shopping holidays of November, but Veterans Day surprises with its share of noteworthy sales. The oft-overlooked holiday may not bring long lines or frenzied crowds to shopping malls, but it does come with solid deals on apparel, home goods and Tips for Young Adults With ADHD Entering the Workforce for the First Time 11/07/2017 07:00pm • Accepting a new job, especially the first one out of high school or college, is often a time when just about everyone develops feelings of uncertainty. But for someone with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, that feeling may be magnified, compounding anxieties. People with ADHD often have exe How to Make Your Kid a Millionaire 11/06/2017 07:00pm • Listen up, kids -- and this case, we truly mean kids: If you want to invest your way to wealth by the time you hit 30, or even 20, it's definitely possible. You don't even need a huge honking loan from Mom and Dad to do it, though you'll likely need their guidance at some point. But let's say you ( How to Make a Taxable Account More Efficient 11/06/2017 07:00pm • Tax-advantaged accounts are the cornerstone of a solid retirement strategy, but a taxable brokerage account is an opportunity to expand your investment horizons. Nationwide, an estimated 17 million households own a taxable investment account, according to Deloitte. On average investors held a littl Stay Safe While Shopping Online This Holiday Season 11/02/2017 08:00pm • You're armed with the tools you need to save money this holiday shopping season. You know how to budget, where and when to find the best deals, and what to get everyone on your list. But wait. Before you log on and make your next purchase, there are a few strategies to add to your toolbox. Read on f Look for These 2 Key Features in Your HSA 11/02/2017 08:00pm • There's only one financial product that offers three tax benefits, but very few Americans are using it to maximize their savings: health savings accounts. HSAs are perhaps the most-favored investment vehicle under U.S. tax code, as long as you use them to save for future medical expenses. In fact, Tesla Inc (TSLA) Could Lose a Major Tax Credit in 2018 11/02/2017 08:00pm • The bad news keeps rolling in for Tesla Inc (Nasdaq: TSLA). TSLA stock dropped 6.8 percent Thursday after investors learned that the GOP tax plan would eliminate a $7,500 federal tax credit that makes it easier to buy electric vehicles. The news comes on the heels of Tesla's major earnings miss and Maryland governor promotes computer science education, workforce agenda 11/02/2017 06:02pm • ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan has announced a plan Thursday to promote computer science education and accelerate workforce development in the field across the state. Hogan explained the need for the initiative by saying there are nearly 20,000 openings for computer-related jobs in Halloween 2017 freebies 10/31/2017 07:30am • WASHINGTON — Get your face painted, eat pizza and check out some Day of the Dead events. You can do all of the above for free in October. Check out the list below for more freebies and discounts. Check out WTOP's Halloween Freebies list for 2017. Going on now Every day in October, ki