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Plenty of smiles as Hogan, Franchot serve their last meeting on Maryland Board of Public Works 01/04/2023 06:11pm • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan (R) and Comptroller Peter Franchot (D) served their final meeting Wednesday on the Board of Public Works, an affai Commanders were understandably shaken up by Damar Hamlin's collapse 01/04/2023 05:33pm • Commanders were understandably shaken up by Hamlin's collapse originally appeared on NBC Sports WashingtonLike everyone else who either witnessed it live or who caught up with the situation as it was developing, Commanders linebacker Khaleke Hudson was horrified to see Damar Hamlin experience w Earth closest to the sun today: Does it have any impact on weather? 01/04/2023 10:08am • The D.C. area has sprung into spring early this week with record warmth to kick off 2023. The “heat” spell just happens to be coincidental with Perihelion Day this year! Simply put, there is a day each year where the Earth’s elliptical orbit makes its closest approach to the sun (known as p Montgomery Co. offering free fitness passes for residents 01/04/2023 07:24am • With a new year underway, it's usually a time for people to start their weight loss resolutions while getting over their "gymtimidation." The department of recreation for Montgomery County, Maryland, has one way to help residents keep up with their goals: free fitness passes. Starting Monday, Mon The 7 Best Travel Strollers of 2023, According to Parents Who Use Them 01/03/2023 07:00pm • When traveling with babies and toddlers, having the right gear -- especially an easy-to-maneuver travel stroller -- is essential. If you're in the market for a stroller you can take on the plane, train and beyond, read on to find the best option for your family as recommended by parents. 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While everyone else is hitting the gym and making New Year's resolutions, you're taking steps to maximize your rewards in the new year and achieve elite airline or hotel status. By implementing these credit card hacks, you'l 10 Legitimate Ways to Get Free Money Online 01/03/2023 07:00pm • With inflation on the rise and murmurs of a looming recession on the horizon, you might be more than a little anxious about your bank account balances -- especially if you already live paycheck to paycheck. According to a 2022 Lending Club report, nearly two-thirds of the population lives paycheck t Md. A.G. Frosh says he will miss being able to haul the ‘bad guys’ into court 01/03/2023 11:28am • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. For most of his 36 years in public office, Brian Frosh has wielded outsized influence — first as chairman of the state Senate’s Judicial Offered a company buyout? How long should you think about it? 01/03/2023 10:28am • Voluntary separation package offers were common in 2022. ResumeBuilder estimates three in four companies offered voluntary buyout packages to employees last year, as a first step to avoid involuntary layoffs. And three in five are expected to offer more separation agreements in 2023 than they did Grubhub pays $3.5M to settle DC allegations of hidden fees 01/03/2023 10:01am • Food delivery service Grubhub will pay $3.5 million to settle allegations by the D.C. Office of the Attorney General the company charged customers hidden fees and used deceptive marketing techniques to increase profits. 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