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Coping with increased alcohol consumption before it becomes a pandemic-related problem Coping with increased alcohol consumption before it becomes a pandemic-related problem 11/14/2020 05:24am • National sales of alcohol rose 54% with the onset of the coronavirus pandemic while online sales, compared to the same time last year, increased 262%, according to research published in the Jama Network. Now, a Northern Virginia psychiatrist has tips to help people who may want to cut back on consum National Harbor hotel shut down because of pandemic restrictions National Harbor hotel shut down because of pandemic restrictions 11/12/2020 11:15pm • A Prince George's County, Maryland, hotel has been shut down because of new coronavirus restrictions. The Hampton Inn and Suites National Harbor announced it's closing with a sign posted on its front door that said it closed “to protect public health and safety.” A hotel employee confirmed Ron Rivera explains why Washington has avoided positive coronavirus tests Ron Rivera explains why Washington has avoided positive coronavirus tests 11/12/2020 04:55pm • Rivera explains why Washington has avoided positive COVID-19 tests originally appeared on NBC Sports WashingtonWith the NFL playing its 2020 season outside a bubble during the coronavirus pandemic, positive tests have not come as a surprise. Still, numerous teams have dealt with outbreaks that have Celebrating Thanksgiving in 2020 Celebrating Thanksgiving in 2020 11/12/2020 03:24pm • This content is sponsored by Long Fence Thanksgiving is a time to show gratitude in the company of family and friends - but how does one do that while continuing social distancing and following safety guidelines? Traditions might look a little different this year, but there are still ways you can Home for the holiday: AAA forecasts Thanksgiving travel at historic lows Home for the holiday: AAA forecasts Thanksgiving travel at historic lows 11/12/2020 01:35pm • The COVID-19 pandemic is taking a bite out of Thanksgiving travel, AAA reports. In a statement Thursday, AAA Mid-Atlantic said that while they predict more than 50 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving holiday, that’s down about 5 million from last year Fredericksburg Pet Expo invites you to bring or meet your 4-legged friend Fredericksburg Pet Expo invites you to bring or meet your 4-legged friend 11/12/2020 12:39am • Do you have a four-legged friend at home? Are you looking to add one to your family? Check out the ninth annual Fredericksburg Pet Expo at the Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center this Saturday and Sunday in Fredericksburg, Virginia. "The community appreciates what we bring to the are 100 Thanksgiving food recipes: Turkey, side dishes, desserts and more 100 Thanksgiving food recipes: Turkey, side dishes, desserts and more 11/12/2020 12:20am • It's almost time to give thanks, and that means ramping up your holiday kitchen for some heavy-duty cooking. WTOP has curated 100 select recipes that could become a new tradition at your dinner table. Check out the links below and get that shopping list started. (And don't forget to check out the Congress seeks to avoid government shutdown in December 11/11/2020 06:50pm • Congressional leaders in the coming weeks will try to overcome political angst related to the presidential election and pass major spending legislation to avoid another government shutdown. The decision by most Republicans to support President Donald Trump's decision not to concede to President-e Tips to quit smoking and to prevent kids from starting in the first place Tips to quit smoking and to prevent kids from starting in the first place 11/11/2020 05:00pm • The American Cancer Society's Great American Smokeout on the third Thursday of November hopes to encourage smokers to quit, and an expert who works with smokers has advice for parents to help kids avoid nicotine. "Teens are still listening to their parents; they're still a big source of informat ZooLights Express to hit the road in DC this month ZooLights Express to hit the road in DC this month 11/10/2020 03:17pm • ZooLights is now coming-to-you-lights. The National Zoo's beloved lights will be on tour throughout the District in the form of a 24-foot ZooLights Express truck, powered by Pepco, the Smithsonian institution said Tuesday. "Usually held onsite at the Zoo for the past 13 years, ZooLights has be Comedy legend Paula Poundstone brings post-election levity to Birchmere Comedy legend Paula Poundstone brings post-election levity to Birchmere 11/10/2020 01:41pm • Election Week was a roller coaster of emotions with President-elect Joe Biden declared the winner after five days and outgoing President Donald Trump refusing to concede. So if you need comedy to take the edge off our heated political climate, check out Paula Poundstone at The Birchmere in Al Burgundy & Gold Grab Bag: Midseason malaise Burgundy & Gold Grab Bag: Midseason malaise 11/10/2020 03:54am • When the Washington Football Team fell at the previously-winless New York Giants last month, two turnovers led to both Giant touchdowns. Not to be outdone, the Burgundy and Gold turned the ball over five times in their 23-20 loss last Sunday. The first fumble (Antonio Gibson after a 21-yard catch DC Environmental Film Festival presents virtual fall showcase DC Environmental Film Festival presents virtual fall showcase 11/10/2020 12:28am • The D.C. Environmental Film Festival was set to be held in March, but when the coronavirus pandemic hit, it quickly pivoted to virtual screenings for a select few films. This week, the festival tries again with a virtual fall showcase from Nov. 12-18. "This does feel a bit like deja vu," Where to get tested for COVID-19 in the DC region 11/09/2020 08:45pm • D.C., Maryland and Virginia have several coronavirus testing sites with both drive-through and walk-up options for adults, children and vulnerable populations as the region fights the pandemic. DC The District frequently updates its testing sites and hours online: coronavirus.dc.gov/testing. D. Carb Cycling, an eating program for athletes, becomes new method to lose weight Carb Cycling, an eating program for athletes, becomes new method to lose weight 11/09/2020 11:19am • Over the past decade or so, carbs have gotten a bad rap. A variety of fad diets and weight loss plans have demonized the macronutrient as an alleged source of weight gain, bloating, fatigue and more. In an effort to combat rising obesity rates in the U.S., many eating plans now severely limit the nu
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