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Major weekend work set for all Metro lines, with larger crowds expected 01/18/2018 09:06am • WASHINGTON — Metro track work or other disruptions are planned on all lines this weekend. On Friday, Metro plans to add a few extra trains if needed to handle the crowds headed to the 45th "March for Life" on the National Mall. President Donald Trump is expected to address the crowd by video. 8 Small Southern Towns to Visit in 2018 01/17/2018 07:00pm • These small towns in the South may not be on your radar for 2018, but they should be. From scenic views to wine adventures to foodie finds to historic streets, there's something for everyone to enjoy in the South's picturesque small towns. Read on to discover nine can't-miss towns to cross off your Shopping Holidays: The Best Days to Shop in 2018 01/15/2018 07:00pm • Trying to save money in 2018? You don't have to cut back on shopping. Instead, consider the timing of your purchases. Knowing when seasonal items tend go on sale and when major sales holidays take place allows you to buy the items you'd purchase anyway, but pay significantly less for them. Read on Could Hawaii missile-alert error happen in DC area? 01/15/2018 05:05pm • WASHINGTON — An alert sent in Hawaii over the weekend incorrectly said a ballistic missile was headed toward the island, and the blunder left many people fearing for their lives. The D.C. area hosts many emergency drills — so how likely is it that a similar error could happen here? On Saturd What's open and what's closed on Martin Luther King Day 01/15/2018 04:40am • WASHINGTON — Martin Luther King Day is a day to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King. But it is also a federal holiday which means there will be several changes to what is open on Monday. All government offices and courts are closed, as are most banks. Here's what you need to know. Transporta Police investigate KKK flyers found around Loudoun Co.; language targets MLK Jr. 01/14/2018 05:15pm • WASHINGTON — Law enforcement officials in Loudoun County, Virginia, are investigating several reports of Ku Klux Klan flyers found over the weekend. The first report came in shortly after 10 p.m. Friday, when flyers were found outside of a house on the 700 block of Aurora Court NE in Leesburg. How to Better Manage Diabetes -- and Save Money Doing It 01/11/2018 07:00pm • Not everything that's healthier costs more. In fact, doing what's best for one's well-being and quality of life is sometimes less expensive than being unhealthy. Take riding your bike to work, for example -- if that's something you're able to do. Or while it can sometimes cost more to buy produce t 5 food and wine events worth traveling to this year 01/08/2018 02:00pm • With so many food and wine festivals in alluring locales around the country, how do you decide which ones are worth the trip? While some extravagant culinary events are focused on making profits and promoting tourism, others use the proceeds to benefit charities. For example, the South Beach W 4 Top Après-Ski Spots to Visit This Winter 01/02/2018 07:00pm • Cold-weather enthusiasts and avid skiers around the globe are in search of more than days whooshing through fresh powder on challenging slopes followed by a few drinks in a rustic bar by the fire. They want luxury resorts, high-end boutiques and destinations that give new meaning to the term " aprà DC officials activate Cold Emergency Plan through Jan. 2 12/27/2017 11:31pm • WASHINGTON -- Officials in the District have activated the city's Cold Emergency Plan, starting Dec. 27 at 7 p.m. The Cold Emergency Alert is projected to remain active until 7 a.m. on Jan. 2, 2018. D.C.'s Department of Human Services and D.C.'s Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency i Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT) Is the Best Brick-and-Mortar Retail Stock 12/27/2017 07:00pm • Wal-Mart Stores Inc (NYSE: WMT) has served as a beacon of hope for U.S. retail investors in 2017, and early estimates for the critical holiday shopping season suggest the company is positioned to finish the year on a high note. Brick-and-mortar retail stocks got a big boost on surprisingly strong ho 5 Wonderful Winter Festivals Worth Traveling For 12/25/2017 07:00pm • Forget staying home for the dark, cold days of winter. As temperatures cool down, awe-inspiring events and festivals around the world beckon to cold-weather enthusiasts. From an annual wine festival in Taos, New Mexico, to a snow sculpting competition in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, these thrilling event 10 Hotels with Dazzling Holiday Displays and Activities 12/21/2017 07:00pm • From oh-so-bright Christmas trees illuminating hotel lobbies to twinkling outdoor light displays, properties around the world celebrate the yuletide splendor and spirit of the holidays in bold ways. Breakfasts with Santa and special themed brunches are all part of the annual fanfare. So, if you're r 4 Unexpected Places to Celebrate the Holidays in Style 12/21/2017 07:00pm • If you want to steer away from cookie-cutter holiday festivities and family customs this year, take the kids on a nontraditional holiday vacation. Whether you stay close to home or venture to a far-off locale, prefer an active vacation or want to relax, these four understated getaways will make the 5 Ways to Uncover the Hidden Job Market 12/20/2017 07:00pm • Some refer to jobs that are not posted as the "hidden job market." These are opportunities that are not widely advertised on a company's website or social media. So how can you find such openings if they're not readily available? It takes some work but could be well worth your while since the major