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Md. lawmaker looks to connect struggling residents with utility relief program 12/25/2020 05:40pm • Those who get a bill directly from their utility company are probably aware that there are payment plans available and an assistance program for those who qualify. But some who need the help may not be aware that it's out there. Maryland State Del. Lorig Charkoudian, a Democrat who represents par Landmark Mall to be redeveloped as huge Inova Alexandria Hospital facility 12/23/2020 06:00am • The former Landmark Mall will be redeveloped as a huge hospital campus anchored by an expanded Inova Alexandria Hospital, the Virginia city said Tuesday. The move is seen as a way to revitalize the West End of the city where the now unoccupied mall sits on 52 acres near Interstate 395. The Cit Virginia May Not Recover From Pandemic for Years, Report Says 12/23/2020 12:00am • Although the year is nearing a close, the coronavirus pandemic and the related economic turmoil are far from over. According to a recent report by Old Dominion University, the coronavirus pandemic's impact on Virginia will persist for years to come. The State of the Commonwealth Report, which just Top Gluten-Free Diet Meal Delivery Services 12/23/2020 12:00am • Gluten-Free Delivery Services: -- Sun Basket -- View Latest Deals >-- Freshly -- View Latest Deals >-- BistroMD -- View Latest Deals >-- Fresh n' Lean -- View Latest Deals >-- Green Chef -- View Latest Deals >-- Veestro -- View Latest Deals >-- Purple Carrot -- View Latest Deals Q&A: How Financial Advisors Can Prepare for 2021 12/23/2020 12:00am • While 2020 was hardly anyone's idea of a banner year, the stock market soared to all-time highs. That might seem like cause for celebration. But many investors feel like they're riding on hot air, waiting for the temperature to drop and this merry balloon to fall. Such fears seem warranted given th Virginia policy change offers employers $200M tax relief 12/22/2020 04:01pm • RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — State officials are making a temporary policy change that will provide about $200 million in payroll tax relief next year to Virginia businesses that laid off workers amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Under an executive order from Gov. Ralph Northam, the Virginia Employment Commi Business owners: 2020 is the year to upgrade your fleet 12/22/2020 01:19pm • This content is sponsored by Fair Oaks Motors. The end of the year is usually a great time to buy a new vehicle. Especially since 2020 and 2021 models are fighting for space on the dealer’s lot. Rebates and a little extra cash back help move out inventory before the year ends. If you are Report: Pandemic walloped Virginia on all levels, and it's 'still an uphill climb' 12/21/2020 02:52pm • It’s no surprise that the COVID-19 pandemic walloped the commonwealth of Virginia in 2020, but a new report from Old Dominion University lays out the impact in dramatic fashion. The pandemic broke a streak of 11 straight quarters of economic growth in Virginia, and the 27% contraction in the se What Are the Four Factors of Production? 12/21/2020 12:00am • The factors of production are the inputs used to produce a good or service in order to produce income. Economists define four factors of production: land, labor, capital and entrepreneurship. These can be considered the building blocks of an economy. How these factors are combined determines the su Cost Breakdown of a Divorce 12/21/2020 12:00am • If you're divorcing soon, you may be devastated -- or thrilled. Often, divorces aren't so terrible -- it's the weeks, months and years leading up to the dispiriting end of the marriage that can be gut-wrenching. But while your emotions may be all over the place, one thing is constant in all marriag Lierman announces Maryland comptroller run, highlights racial inequality and transparency 12/18/2020 07:56am • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. Del. Brooke E. Lierman (D-Baltimore City) announced Thursday that she plans to run for state comptroller in 2022 — an office she hopes to Baltimore lawmaker announces bid for Maryland comptroller 12/18/2020 06:50am • BALTIMORE (AP) — A Baltimore lawmaker said she's running for comptroller. Del. Brooke Lierman made the announcement Thursday. The Democrat said she's running to move all residents forward with ideas that help families recover from the coronavirus pandemic. She has been a delegate representin Democracy under duress: Truth decay and dirty money 12/18/2020 04:37am • Read Part 1 of WTOP National Security Correspondent J.J. Green's "Democracy under duress" series. Truth Decay Four people were stabbed in D.C. on Dec. 11. The same day, 2,800 miles away in Olympia, Washington, a person was shot. Angry confrontations took place in other state 9 Enterprise Software Stocks to Buy 12/18/2020 12:00am • Enterprise software is defining business.KeyBanc equity analyst Michael Turits recently initiated coverage of the enterprise software industry. Turits says software has become so important in today's economy that most businesses are now defined by their software. There are three primary secular grow Real Estate Investing Courses 12/18/2020 12:00am • Even if you have experience with real estate investing, the reality is you probably aren't an expert. Real estate investors who really want control over their investments must dig into the industry, know their market and understand the risks and rewards from an investing standpoint. This personal a