'Backtracking' Enthusiasts Revolt, Hannukah Rap Rolls, Tanger Outlet Opening and Farewell to a Ceremonial Light Switch

Officers are increasing their enforcement of so-called backtracking commuters on the Dulles Access Road, according to the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police. Using the road — the toll-free lanes that run within the Dulles Toll Road lanes — for non-airport business is called backtracking and is punishable by fines starting at $92 and points on the violator’s driving record.

“I have backtracked and I have no guilt or shame whatsoever!" Cat Dargen wrote. 

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