Christmas
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First D.C. snow: Magic date is December 5th
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So far we’ve come close to seeing a few snowflakes but officially nothing yet. Did you know that December 5th is historically the first eye opener snow of the year?
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NewsChannel 8 Ugly Sweater Contest, Holidays 2012
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It's that time of year again - the 3rd annual Ugly Sweater Contest! Maybe it lights up? Maybe the sequined snowflakes glow in the dark? Whatever fashion-disaster is lovingly displayed, NewsChannel 8 wants a photo of it.
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John Boehner lights Capitol Christmas Tree
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Boehner hosted Tuesday evening's lighting of the 65-foot spruce from Colorado.
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White House Christmas: Zippers and "Bo-flakes" deck the White House
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"Bo-flakes" featuring the first dog and ornaments fashioned from zippers are among the new twists on traditional favorites at the White House this Christmas season.
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The hottest political scoop
CommentNikki Schwab, a columnist for the Washington Examiner, chatted with Natasha and Melanie about the newest gossip making its way around D.C.
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U.S. Capitol Christmas tree arrives in D.C.
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A Christmas tree intended for the grounds of the U.S. Capitol has arrived in Washington.
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Va. Capitol Christmas tree lighting set for Friday
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Gov. Bob McDonnell and first lady Maureen McDonnell will light the Capitol tree on Friday.
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How to handle holiday stress
CommentPsychiatrist Dr. Marc Dalton came on the show to talk about how you can handle stress during the holidays.
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Holiday shopping at Bloomingdale's
CommentIt's time to start thinking of what you'll be giving your loved ones this year. Heather Guay, the Public Relations Manager at Bloomingdale's in Chevy Chase and Tysons Corner, stopped by to show us some great gift ideas.
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Dealing with family members during the holidays
CommentClinical psychologist Andrea Bonior sat down with Melanie and Natasha to talk about ways you can deal with family members during the holidays.
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Sandy socks Maryland grower of big Christmas trees
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Marshall Stacy of Pinetum Christmas Trees in Swanton said Monday he has refunded nearly 70 percent of his orders for trees that were destroyed or damaged by 28 inches of wet snow in late October.
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Black Thursday? Retailers offer big sales on Thanksgiving Day
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With only 46 days until Christmas, more and more businesses are saying forget about waiting until the day after Thanksgiving for Black Friday. They're now offering big deals on Turkey Day - the new Black Thursday.
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The best holiday travel deals
CommentElizabeth Thorp, the founder of PoshBrood.com, chatted with Melanie and Katherine about some of the best holiday travel deals going on around the country.
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National Christmas Tree removed
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The National Park Service says the National Christmas Tree, planted near the White House a year ago, has died and is being removed.
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Christmas at the Basilica
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Christmas at the Basilica...
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Texas men trade same Christmas card for decades
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A Christmas card that crisscrossed the country as part of an old joke between two Texas men will rest this holiday for the first time in 61 years.
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Snow drought on Christmas Day
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Waking up this morning and looking outside… you might be disappointed that a Christmas miracle did not bring any snow to the D.C. region. But, we’re definitely not alone on this green Christmas day.
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Holiday travel kicks into high gear as weather threatens
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The load of people hitting the road or taking to the skies won't let up anytime today. According to AAA, 90 percent of people taking trips of 50 miles or more will drive this year.
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