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Washington DC's rainfall deficit finally easing off Washington DC is finally getting some much-needed rainfall, as light showers and thunderstorms are expected throughout the week. This marks a positive shift for the region, which has been experiencing drought conditions for an extended period. A showery morning and rainy afternoon are predicted…

fizkes / iStock.com Building a nest egg can be daunting, even with a modest goal like $500,000 in savings. However, the good news is that with smart saving and compounding interest, you could be closer than you realize. In fact, maxing out your 401(k) plan and putting away as much of your salary as you can each pay period are critical…

Gunman Found Guilty for Pittsburgh Synagogue Attack Robert Bowers, the man responsible for the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history, was found guilty on all 63 federal charges related to the 2018 shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh. Some of these charges are capital offenses, punishable by death. Bowers had previously…

Blue Ridge Country Reader Poll Reveals Top Destinations in Southern Appalachia 35th Anniversary Edition of Blue Ridge Country Magazine The 35th anniversary edition of Blue Ridge Country magazine features the Best of the Mountains reader poll, where readers voted on their favorite destinations in seven states covered by the publication. From…