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Mortuary School: How to Become a Mortician, Embalmer or Funeral Director 03/03/2022 07:00pm • A death can feel catastrophic and overwhelming, not only for mourners who loved the deceased person but also for anyone outside the loss who understands the pain it has caused. That is one of the most challenging aspects of the mortuary field -- an occupation that focuses on showing respect for the Md. House panel rejects attempts to impeach Hogan 03/03/2022 10:39am • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. With remarkable dispatch, the House Rules and Executive Nominations Committee voted unanimously Thursday morning to reject Republica Loudoun Co. considers preventing data centers along Va. State Route 7 03/03/2022 07:51am • Loudoun County's Board of Supervisors is considering zoning regulation changes that would prohibit building data centers along Virginia Route 7, in the county known as the internet capital of the world. An estimated 70% of internet traffic travels through what the county has dubbed Data Center Al More paid parental and medical leave for employees at DC-based businesses 03/02/2022 09:40pm • In a sudden windfall for private sector workers in D.C. and their employers, benefits are being greatly expanded in the city's Paid Family Leave program, and employers are going to start paying less to fund it. At-Large Council member Elissa Silverman said Tuesday the changes are based on an anal Exploring Private Elementary Schools in Philadelphia 03/02/2022 07:00pm • When it comes to elementary school, parents in the Philadelphia area have plenty of private options. But private elementary school can be a major commitment. 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The Russian attack on Ukraine caused additional volatility in markets, with stocks declining sharply before 10 of the Best-Performing 401(k) Funds 03/02/2022 07:00pm • 401(k) funds help investors save for retirement.The 401(k) might be the best wealth-building tool for retirement ever created. This type of account reduces taxes in the year a contribution is made and every year thereafter until the funds are gradually withdrawn during retirement. Couple the ongoing State and Local Taxes: What Is the SALT Deduction? 03/01/2022 07:00pm • The focus of lawsuits and much congressional attention, the state and local tax deduction, known as the SALT deduction, and the creation of a $10,000 cap on the deduction in 2017 have both practical ramifications for taxpayers and larger ideological consequences. The SALT deduction gets at the heart How to Recover After a Loss in the Stock Market 03/01/2022 07:00pm • Investors faced strong headwinds to start out the year, with a combination of high inflation, threats of multiple interest rate hikes and geopolitical turmoil creating substantial volatility in the stock and bond markets. "We are seeing the market undergo a very real correction, especially from the 10 of the Best Growth Stocks to Buy for 2022 03/01/2022 07:00pm • Once growth bottoms out, these 10 companies should come roaring back.It's a harrowing time to be a growth stock investor. Even the mega-cap tech companies have started to tumble, while more speculative and unprofitable companies have absolutely imploded. To be fair, there were some indefensible valu Survey: What voters think about the hot-button issues in Virginia 02/28/2022 11:36pm • Virginia voters say they are in favor of cutting taxes, requiring certain people to get COVID-19 vaccines, and don’t want to ban critical race theory in schools, according to a new survey. Christopher Newport University Wason Center surveyed registered voters and found that 47% are in favor of 7 Best Consumer Staples Stocks to Buy Now 02/28/2022 07:00pm • Look to consumer staples stocks for consistency.The S&P 500 has fallen about 9% year to date as of Feb. 28, and macroeconomic factors cast a gloomy cloud over the markets. Inflation, supply chain and labor market woes continue in the face of tightening monetary policy and a dreary geopolitical s Exploring Private Elementary Schools in New York City 02/28/2022 07:00pm • Private education in elementary school can be a big commitment: six years of tuition checks. More than high school. More than college. 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