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The ground may be dry here in the D.C. area, but there is snow within just a few hours’ drive. And where there’s snow, there’s skiing. Check out the basics on these ski resorts, all ...

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First Night Alexandria has a whole host of fun afternoon activities for the family. If your family is like many families that have young kids who head to bed well before midnight, he...

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Fairfax County's government offices and services will have special hours and closings during the Christmas holiday.   County Government  Dec. 24, 25 – Closed.  Courts ...

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Earlier this month, PNC Bank released its 2012 Christmas Price Index documenting how much it would cost to buy the characters and objects from the song, "The 12 Days of Christmas." Last y...

Credit Barton Mac Leod

Nearly 2.7 million Virginia residents will go over the river and through the woods for Christmas and the New Year holiday, according to AAA. While this is only a slight increase from last...