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Region Prepares for Snow, Potomac Spill Testing, Mike Tyson Stars in Local Bowl Ad: News Nearby
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The Virginia Department of Transportation warns drivers to plan for their commutes Tuesday, as several inches of snow are forecast to impact both the morning and evening rush hours in Northern Virginia.
Drivers are asked to monitor forecasts for changes or heavier weather bands that may impact their schedule, and to plan accordingly to telework, delay commutes or allow extra time for a slow and cautious trip, VDOT says. >>> read more.
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- Also on Patch: Winter Weather Advisory for Monday-Tuesday
Mike Tyson Super Bowl Ad: Local Handyman Company Scores Knockout
Many in the metro DC area are familiar with the jingle for a local handyman company, “If you can’t we can, Michael and Son!” During Super Bowl 50 on Sunday, viewers in the metro DC region heard the catchy jingle but this time, it was an internationally famous face that was doing the singing: Former pro boxer Mike Tyson. >>> read more.
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First Oil Sample Results in from Gravelly Point Spill
Officials investigating some sort of spill in waters in and around the Potomac River received results Monday from the first oil sample recovered from the water at Gravelly Point near Arlington, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. The sample reportedly contains intermediate petroleum oil with characteristics most resembling those of moderate to severely weathered fuel oil. >>> read more.
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