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George Washington’s childhood home nearly became a Walmart; locals raised $2.2 million to save it

George Washington spent much of his childhood at Ferry Farm in Virginia, which Walmart purchased in 1996 to build a Supercenter. Residents rallied to save the historic property, raising $2.2 million to buy it back before donating it to a nonprofit foundation. Today, the site features a reconstructed childhood home…

The Times of India · 6h ago

College student prospect accepted into 42 schools disenrolled from chosen university just days before moving in

University disenrolled more than 500 incoming freshman

The Independent UK · Jul 24

Here’s how to protect yourself from winter vomiting disease

Infection can be fatal, with 900 related deaths on average in the U.S. each year

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2025

WJLA Washington Introduces New 4 P.M. Anchor Team on Jan. 23

Victoria Sanchez, Megan Clarke lead late-afternoon newscast

Broadcasting & Cable · Jan 23, 2024

Scott Thuman Named Evening Anchor at WJLA Washington

Retains his role as Sinclair station’s chief political correspondent

Broadcasting & Cable · Jan 17, 2024

Local News Close-Up: Capital Improvements in D.C.

Washington stations cover Commanders sale, along with the usual blockbuster Beltway news

Broadcasting & Cable · Apr 21, 2023