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6 Smart Money Moves to Make Before Switching Jobs 02/21/2017 07:00pm • With unemployment remaining far below its peak in 2010, Americans are feeling confident in the economy and many are looking for new jobs. But before you make the big leap, you should take a closer look at your finances in order to gain the most from switching jobs. Consider these essential money mo ‘La La Land’ composer Justin Hurwitz goes behind the music 02/21/2017 02:09am • WASHINGTON -- "A bit of madness is key, to give us new colors to see," Emma Stone sings. "Who knows where it will lead us? And that's why they need us!" So "bring on the rebels" like composer Justin Hurwitz, a poet whose "ripples from pebbles" have propelled the musical "La La Land" to win a How to Get the Most Value From Hiring a Tax Preparer 02/20/2017 07:00pm • It's that time of the year again: tax season. People are collecting their W-2s and 1099s, looking at IRS publications, filling out forms, sending checks and hoping to receive checks, too. Filing taxes can be a complicated process, and because of that complexity, many people choose to hire some kind Fun-to-drive Mazda3 sedan is more upscale for 2017 02/20/2017 04:53am • WASHINGTON — Compact sedans aren’t usually purchased for a luxury interior and a fun-to-drive demeanor, but Mazda seems to take its compact sedan philosophy in a different direction. I’ve driven the Mazda3 five-door hatch version several times and enjoyed the driving experience. But going i Meet the new Nationals centerfielder 02/19/2017 05:32pm • WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Adam Eaton may not stand tall, but he proves good things come in small packages. The new Nationals centerfielder is only 5-foot-8, not big by Big League standards. However, what he lacks in size, he makes up in heart. “Anybody that’s small in size — in this game es Top Presidents Day sales for 2017 02/19/2017 06:03am • Stores have already begun doling out circulars and hanging Presidents Day sale signs. Following a generations-old tradition, retailers are launching come-but-once-a-year deals on apparel, home goods, appliances, mattresses and more. Here are the top Presidents Day sales for 2017. Apparel: It’s seed (and plant) catalog time again 02/17/2017 08:51am • Meet Mike in Chantilly! Mike will appear at the Capital Remodel and Garden Show on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 25-26, at the Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly, Virginia. Mike will speak at noon and 6 p.m. on Saturday and at noon and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Find out more on the show's website. Burpee unleash Consider an Online Program Designed for Working Adults 02/16/2017 07:00pm • If you're a working adult considering an online degree, choosing a program wisely can help you avoid ultimately dropping out. Online student dropout rates are higher than in equivalent face-to-face environments, according to a 2011 five-year study tracking 51,000 community and technical college stud Buy These 4 Items During the Post-Valentine's Day Sales 02/15/2017 07:00pm • Valentine's Day has come and gone, but the serious deals on romantic wares can make a difference on your wallet for months afterward. Besides the obvious grab of delicious discounted chocolates to enjoy on the car ride home, there are plenty of ways to make these sales work hard for your budget all Lake Anne polar plunge raises $75K for Camp Sunshine 02/14/2017 10:20am • The water in Lake Anne was 38 degrees Saturday, but that didn’t stop nearly 200 people from making a “splash” for charity. The 10th annual Virginia Polar Dip at Lake Anne raised $75,000 for Camp Sunshine, organizers announced at the conclusion of the day’s festivities. A total of 198 peop Get married at Taco Bell for $600 02/14/2017 10:07am • WASHINGTON — If you've always dreamed of a Taco Bell-themed wedding, your chalupa has come in. Taco Bell is opening a chapel in its Las Vegas Strip Cantina location and has put together an entire wedding package couples can order right off the menu. It includes a Taco Bell garter, bow tie, s 9 Strategies to Keep Weight in Check as You Get Older 02/13/2017 07:00pm • If you're losing the battle of the bulge as you get older, take heart. Weight control is hard. You really have to work at it, but research has identified techniques that increase your odds of success, says Penny Gordon-Larsen, professor of nutrition at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, How to Plan an Affordable Romantic Weekend Getaway in Paris 02/13/2017 07:00pm • With its wide boulevards, iconic architectural landmarks and alluring bistros, the City of Light has long been enchanting its visitors. Yet Paris' romantic charm -- from its Belle Epoque buildings to its brightly lit streetlamps to its cozy cafes -- makes the French capital one of the most romantic Adele sweeps Grammys with 5, while the late David Bowie wins 5 02/13/2017 03:06am • WASHINGTON — Adele just said "hello" to another Grammy sweep. The British pop sensation won five Grammys, including Record of the Year and Song of the Year for "Hello," as well as Album of the Year for "25" at the 59th annual awards on Sunday in Los Angeles. It was a near repeat of her 2 5 Ways to Make Room in Your Budget to Pay Off Credit Card Debt 02/12/2017 07:00pm • Credit card debt is a familiar burden to Americans. Nearly two-thirds of Americans are carrying credit card debt or have had it in the past, according to a new NerdWallet survey. And that debt isn't cheap. Households that regularly carry credit card debt pay an average of about $1,300 a year in inte