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The 16 Best Weekend Getaways From Atlanta 11/29/2022 07:00pm • Atlanta is a thriving Southern metropolis with world-class cultural attractions, sporting events and historic landmarks -- an amazing standalone destination in its own right. The state's capital also makes a great home base, in part because of its prime location in north-central Georgia. City dwelle Mobile sports betting goes live in Maryland on Wednesday 11/22/2022 02:53pm • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. The era of mobile sports gaming in Maryland dawns on Wednesday. Beginning at 9 a.m., Gov. Larry Hogan (R) said Tuesday, gamblers will have t What is Small Business Saturday? 11/22/2022 07:50am • Chances are, you do not have memories of being a little kid and going with your parents to Small Business Saturday sales. That's because as shopping holidays go, Small Business Saturday is pretty new. It's also an excellent way to not just find unique holiday gifts but often ones with fairly signifi Bars, watch parties and more: Where to watch the World Cup in the DC area 11/19/2022 10:37am • Starting Sunday, the 2022 FIFA Men's World Cup begins. While the 28-day soccer tournament takes place over 6,800 miles away in Qatar, fans in the D.C. region will have a plethora of options available to watch matches and root for their national teams. Due to the tournament's popularity and adjust What is lake-effect snow? And does the DC area ever see it? 11/18/2022 08:58am • Just as a historic lake-effect snow event buries southwest New York, it’s important to realize where these snow bands set up totally depend on wind direction. So, can D.C. see lake-effect snow? The key to lake-effect snow development is a big temperature difference between the warm Great Lakes Weekend Road and Rail: I-66 and Beltway stops, Red Line shutdown 11/18/2022 05:48am • It'll prove a chilly weekend for many in the D.C. region, but most roadwork should still go ahead as scheduled. The planned changes include stops for the 66 Transformation Project on both directions of Interstate 66 and the Capital Beltway. There are changes in the 495 Next Project and the Purple Virginia AG Miyares announces review of U.Va. shooting response 11/17/2022 04:05pm • Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares has launched an external review of events leading up to the shooting deaths of three University of Virginia students on campus last weekend. The Office of the Virginia Attorney General said Thursday that a special counsel would be appointed to head an indep 10 Caribbean Festivals Worth Traveling For in 2023 11/14/2022 07:00pm • The Caribbean beckons travelers with pristine beaches, lush rainforests and plentiful all-inclusive resorts, but this region is also home to rich cultures that have spread around the world. Festivalgoers will have the chance to blend revelry with history at any of the Caribbean festivals on this lis Radio host and former WTOP anchor Jim Bohannon dies at 78 11/13/2022 09:06am • Jim Bohannon chats with WTOP's Kate Ryan during a 1994 event. (File photo) Longtime talk radio host Jim Bohannon, who anchored mornings at WTOP before hosting a national radio show, died at 78 on Saturday. Bohannon's voice was aired on 500 radio stations across the country. Besides WTOP, he a 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever': What's the verdict from a Marvel super-fan? 11/10/2022 10:40am • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Z3QKkl1WyM In 2018, "Black Panther" became a global phenomenon, dominating the box office and becoming the first Marvel movie ever nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards. "It's culturally significant because throughout cinema and certainly the su Veterans Day 2022: Freebies and other specials 11/09/2022 05:50pm • Veterans Day is Friday, Nov. 11, and a number of discounts, specials and freebies will be offered that day to honor the men and women in uniform who have served their nation. Here are just a few Veterans Day offers, and note that some will continue through the upcoming weekend. Also note that Arlington closing COVID-19 vaccination clinic 11/09/2022 02:40pm • The public COVID-19 vaccination clinic in Arlington County, Virginia, will close next month. The county government said in a statement that the clinic will close due to a drop in demand “with COVID-19 vaccines now widely available in the community through pharmacies, urgent care centers and med 16 Top Romantic Getaways in New Hampshire 11/07/2022 07:00pm • Couples may be surprised to find that New Hampshire is filled with an array of enchanting destinations for lovebirds. From the majestic White Mountains to striking Lake Winnipesaukee, this quintessential New England getaway has been capturing the hearts of travelers for generations. Whether your ide Weekend Road and Rail: Open Streets DC, 66 Transforms, 495 Next; Metro shutdown ends 11/04/2022 05:00am • This weekend will see great weather for the final Open Streets D.C. event on Saturday, and scheduled roadwork should continue for the 66 Transformation Project and 495 Next work. In Maryland, a new project is beginning on U.S. Route 1. And on Metrorail, the Blue and Yellow Line shutdown is set to Black Friday Luggage Deals: 12 Major Brands Offering Discounts 11/02/2022 08:00pm • Black Friday and Cyber Monday have long been associated with exclusive discounts and deals on everything from computers and TVs to highly coveted toys (e.g., Tickle Me Elmo circa 1996). However, the shopping holiday has also become a great time to save on future travel (think hotel and cruise discou