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Virginia Construction Worker Wins $1 Million in Powerball
BURKE, VA – Nicholas Perez from Burke didn’t hit the $1 billion jackpot in the April 1 Powerball drawing, but he still walked away a millionaire. Perez won the second-tier prize of $1 million by matching the first five winning numbers of the Powerball. He bought the lucky ticket at Safeway on 8646 Richmond Highway in Alexandria. His winning ticket was one of only six across the country to match the first five numbers and the only one in Virginia. The winning numbers for the draw were 19-24-40-42-56, with a Powerball number of 23. Perez used the Easy Pick option,
Fairfax County Man Wins $600,000 in Virginia Lottery Pick 5
FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA – Daniel Choi of Fairfax County has won an impressive $600,000 from a single Virginia Lottery Pick 5 drawing held on May 1. Choi had purchased 50 plays for the night drawing, each utilizing the Fireball option which proved to be his lucky charm. The winning numbers for the drawing were 1-4-6-6-1, with the Fireball number being 5. Choi did not match all five numbers directly but won by matching with the help of the Fireball, which replaced one of the digits. Each of his 50 plays won $12,000, accumulating to a total of $600,000. Choi purchased
Busy travel weekend for Maryland as Memorial Day holiday draws to a close
BALTIMORE -- Lots of people packed up and hit the road this weekend to enjoy the unofficial start to summer. On Monday, many are heading back home and back to work.Whether you went to the beaches of the eastern shore, visited the nation's capital or were in town visiting friends, the roadways and sky were busy. Just a few days later, they are busy again as people begin the trek home."Honestly, it wasn't as bad as I was expecting," Victor Arizmendi, who traveled from Chicago to Maryland this weekend, said. "I flew in on Wednesday, and security like was through...
Why Would Anyone Protest Against Having a Buc-ee’s Open Nearby?
In what might be the craziest thing this writer has ever reported, there are actual people, here in the United States of America, who are protesting having Buc-ee's come to town... Who peed in their Beaver Nuggets?. Here in Louisiana, we’ve been begging for a Buc-ee's to come to town...
Maryland charter boats, anglers grapple with rockfish limit amid population decline
STEVENSVILLE — When first mate Steph Shields got the text message, it felt like more of the same. It was a customer who typically booked striped bass fishing trips on her boat, the Kent Island-based Chasin’ Tail, once or twice per year. But when she told the angler about this year’s regulations, which limit customers to one fish per person, he said he’d have to get back to her. “That’s what ...
One of the Doodle for Google contest finalists is from Fairfax, Virginia
A Google Doodle is a special, temporary alteration of the logo on Google's home pages intended to commemorate holidays, events, achievements, and historical figures. Students in grades K-12 were invited to create their own interpretation of the Google logo. The young artists expressed their hopes for the future through their art about health, nature, and family time based on "My wish for the next 25 years..."
Maryland's Guide to Pet Health: Best Veterinarian Services in the State
Maryland is home to many exceptional veterinary services that cater to the diverse needs of pets and their owners. From general wellness and preventive care to advanced diagnostics and emergency services, pet owners in Maryland have access to top-tier veterinary care. This guide highlights some of the best veterinarian services in the state, ensuring your furry friends receive the best possible care.
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