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Md. farm offering 'rent-a-chick' program 03/26/2016 06:22am • WASHINGTON — For many, the mention of Easter conjures the image of a fluffy bunny or little yellow chick. Often, families might get their children a baby chick as an Easter present only to find themselves with a rapidly growing pullet ... and no idea of what to do with it. “We do get a l 10 Tips to Track Down the Hottest Summer Vacation Bargains 03/24/2016 08:00pm • Your guide to sniffing out the season's top deals.Summer is practically synonymous with vacation, but planning a trip during the most popular travel season can get pricey. Whether you want to book a trip alone or with family, on a moment's notice or well in advance, these 10 tips can help you cut su 6 Common Hotel Booking Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them) 03/21/2016 08:00pm • These days, it's easier than ever to book hotel accommodations. With properties offering ever-changing deals and various third-party websites touting low prices, securing a hotel room (and a discounted one, at that) is only one click away. But while the online booking process may be more convenient 6 Things Every Traveler Must Know Before Going to Brazil This Summer 03/16/2016 08:00pm • With just a few months left until the 2016 Summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro this August, now is the time to decide if you want to squeeze in a last-minute trip to Brazil. But with the rapid spread of the Zika virus prompting a flurry of travel alerts and advisories, including a Level 2 alert f 5 Affordable Girls' Getaways 03/15/2016 08:00pm • When it comes to finding a place to decompress with your friends, college roommates or family members on a great getaway with the girls, the key is plenty of planning and choosing a destination that offers a winning mix of fun, relaxation and quality bonding time. But here's the thing: Selecting a g Lyft drivers can rent a GM vehicle for free 03/15/2016 11:50am • WASHINGTON — General Motors, which invested $500 million in ride-sharing company Lyft Inc. in January, is rolling out a new partnership with Lyft that can ultimately put a Lyft driver behind the wheel of a new GM vehicle for nothing. "Express Drive" launches first in Chicago, but will soon be a 6 Tips to Track Down the Hottest Summer Vacation Bargains 03/14/2016 08:00pm • Summer is practically synonymous with vacation, but planning a trip during the most popular travel season can get pricey. Whether you want to book a trip alone or with family, on a moment's notice or well in advance, these six tips can help you scale back summer travel costs. Bundle Your Travel Ex 8 Things to Consider When Buying Investment Property 03/09/2016 07:00pm • For months now, the U.S. housing market has been hampered by too few homes being chased by too many buyers, limiting choice for potential buyers and pushing up home prices -- and even resulting in bidding wars in hotter markets. The persistent shortage of properties resulted in the fewest number of 10 Simple Ways for Students to Save on Travel 03/09/2016 07:00pm • Summer vacation may still be months away, but as the weather heats up, college students' thoughts start to drift to dreamy destinations, near and far. And with favorable exchange rates, pleasant temperatures and plenty of time to globe-trot to diverse places, it's easy to see why many students are 6 tips for planning a DIY vacation 03/08/2016 07:00pm • So, you've decided to plan your next trip on your own. You've picked your destination, you've saved up your vacation days and you're ready to go. But now, even after laying the groundwork for your perfect getaway, taking care of the remaining logistical details seems like a daunting task. With so ma 9 Common Pieces of Travel Advice You Should Never Follow 03/06/2016 07:00pm • Anyone who has ever received misguided travel recommendations knows that many popular but questionable travel "truths" simply shouldn't be put into practice. While some claims hold merit, seemingly well-founded pieces of wisdom passed along from globetrotters, guidebooks and websites are flimsy ass Does It Make Financial Sense to Hire a Cleaning Service? 03/06/2016 07:00pm • If you've ever wondered if you should hire a cleaning service, the answer is almost a no-brainer. Of course you should. Who wouldn't want to have someone come in and clean their house or apartment? But cleaning services aren't cheap. Angie's List members pay between $120 to $150 for biweekly house c Va. lawmakers set for hectic final week 03/06/2016 11:23am • WASHINGTON-- From hospital reforms and a Supreme Court vacancy to ethics and turf fields, the Virginia General Assembly is moving into a breakneck final week of its annual session that must also include a budget agreement between the House and Senate. The General Assembly is scheduled to adjourn Why You Should Start Your Summer Vacation Rental Search Now 03/02/2016 07:00pm • At first, securing a summer vacation rental seems like a cinch: Consult with a reputable real estate company or peruse listings on sites such as Airbnb and HomeAway, grab your checkbook and -- voila! -- you'll lock in your dream property, right? Not quite. The truth is, even after you've put in the Spring Break Travel Tips 02/24/2016 07:00pm • Looking to get away during spring break? Maybe you're a teacher, or maybe it's the best time to go on vacation with the kids without taking them out of school; whatever the reason, you're interested in traveling during one of the most popular times all year. Of course, the popularity of spring break