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Will This Virginia Wedding Pro Plan Her Own Happy Ending? Find Out On 'The Bachelor' Will This Virginia Wedding Pro Plan Her Own Happy Ending? Find Out On 'The Bachelor'
Will This Virginia Wedding Pro Plan Her Own Happy Ending? Find Out On 'The Bachelor' A wedding planner from Virginia is looking to swap out her clipboard for a dress of her own as she gets ready to look for love on the upcoming season of "The Bachelor."  Charlottesville resident Savannah Quin, 27, will be vying this season on the reality show to win the affection of New Jersey native Grant Ellis, a 31-year-old day trader who is no stranger to fans of the show. Ellis may look familiar to some, having previously competed on "The Bachelorette," though that appearance didn't end up with a ring on it.  He's hoping for better luck this time. According to her ABC bio, …

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by Zak Failla
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Winning Numbers For Wednesday, Jan. 8 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $240M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Wednesday, Jan. 8 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $240M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Wednesday, Jan. 8 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $240M Jackpot The winning numbers have been announced for the Wednesday, Jan. 8 Powerball drawing. The estimated jackpot is $240 million with a $107.4 million cash option. If no winner wins the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 11. The winning numbers for Wednesday's drawing were 01-20-36-38-43 with a Powerball of 24 and the Power Play was 2X. Lottery players have a 1 in 292,201,338 chance of winning a Powerball jackpot by matching all five balls plus the Powerball, according to officials. Prizes then range from $1 mil…

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by Zak Failla
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Staggering Number Of Potentially Unsafe Elderly Drivers Still Behind Wheel, Study Warns Staggering Number Of Potentially Unsafe Elderly Drivers Still Behind Wheel, Study Warns
Staggering Number Of Potentially Unsafe Elderly Drivers Still Behind Wheel, Study Warns A new study reveals a staggering number of elderly Americans experiencing cognitive decline continue to drive, raising concerns about road safety nationwide. There are approximately 48 million licensed drivers aged 65 and older in the United States, with around 17 percent of seniors suffering from mild cognitive impairment, according to a StudyFinds.org. This situation presents a considerable challenge in ensuring road safety while also preserving the independence of older adults. According to an analysis conducted by researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, the healthcare …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Last Minute Grocery Run Before Thanksgiving Lands Virginia Man $1.6M Lottery Jackpot Last Minute Grocery Run Before Thanksgiving Lands Virginia Man $1.6M Lottery Jackpot
Last Minute Grocery Run Before Thanksgiving Lands Virginia Man $1.6M Lottery Jackpot A Manassas man could not believe his eyes after hitting a $1,610,754 jackpot in the Virginia Lottery’s Cash 5 with EZ Match game on a ticket picked up while he was running errands the day before Thanksgiving. “I did it!” Brian Morgan shouted to his wife, who was less than impressed: “Did what?” The answer would ultimately impress her.  Morgan matched all five numbers—22-23-27-36-41—in the Wednesday, Nov. 27 drawing, turning a regular grocery run into a life-changing windfall. The lucky ticket came from Giant Food on Dumfries Road in Manassas, where he used Easy Pick to let the c…

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by Zak Failla
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Winning Numbers For Monday, Jan. 6 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $220M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Monday, Jan. 6 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $220M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Monday, Jan. 6 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $220M Jackpot The winning numbers have been announced for the Monday, Jan. 6 Powerball drawing. The estimated jackpot is $220 million with a $98.4 million cash option after a recent winner reset the prize pool late last month. If no winner claims the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 8 with an even larger prize. The winning numbers for Monday's drawing were 17-34-46-66-67 with a Powerball of 14 and the Power Play was 2X. Lottery players have a 1 in 292,201,338 chance of winning a Powerball jackpot by matching all fiv…

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by Zak Failla
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'People's Choice:' Baby Hippo That Took Social Media By Storm In VA Gets Name After Heated Vote 'People's Choice:' Baby Hippo That Took Social Media By Storm In VA Gets Name After Heated Vote
'People's Choice:' Baby Hippo That Took Social Media By Storm In VA Gets Name After Heated Vote What's in a name?  After a spirited global contest, the people have spoken: Richmond Metro Zoo’s baby pygmy hippo now has a fitting moniker. Poppy. The newborn entered the world on Monday, Dec. 9, and has quickly captivated local residents and animal lovers alike, taking off on social media after being transferred to the zoo family on Christmas Eve. Hippo hooray and Merry Christmas Eve! We’re thrilled to welcome a precious baby pygmy hippo to the zoo family - just in... Posted by Metro Richmond Zoo on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 More than 116,000 votes from 165 countries narr…

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Why Are Americans Dining Out Less? A Closer Look At Changing Habits Why Are Americans Dining Out Less? A Closer Look At Changing Habits
Why Are Americans Dining Out Less? A Closer Look At Changing Habits Rising costs and shifting priorities are reshaping how Americans approach dining out.  Reports reveal a notable decline in restaurant visits, particularly among middle-class families and younger generations. Here are key factor driving the decline: Rising Menu Prices: Inflation has notably driven up the cost of dining out significantly. According to Yahoo Finance’s “6 Reasons the Middle Class Can’t Afford To Dine Out Anymore,” soaring food prices have left many consumers rethinking their restaurant habits. Economic Pressures: Broader inflationary trends are squeezing househo…

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by Joe Lombardi
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New Year, Newly Minted Millionaires: Virginia Lottery Announces Winners Of Annual Raffle New Year, Newly Minted Millionaires: Virginia Lottery Announces Winners Of Annual Raffle
New Year, Newly Minted Millionaires: Virginia Lottery Announces Winners Of Annual Raffle Some lucky Virginia Lottery players rang in the new year with a bang, and are the state's newest millionaires. Each year, winning numbers are drawn in Virginia's New Year's Millionaire Raffle with five tickets worth a seven-figure prize, and an additional seven worth $100,000. The $1 million winners were sold at: McNair Farms Sunoco, 13470 Coppermine Road, Herndon; Schmitz Sunoco, 42800 Creek View Plaza, Ashburn; Lake Mart & Deli, 4795 Scruggs Road, Moneta; Food Lion, 30 Windward Drive, Fishersville; 7-Eleven, 3310 Church Road, Henrico. Seven additional tickets each won $100,000.…

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by Zak Failla
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Sauerkraut Ice Cream Returns As Mid-Atlantic's Must-Try New Year's Tradition Sauerkraut Ice Cream Returns As Mid-Atlantic's Must-Try New Year's Tradition
Sauerkraut Ice Cream Returns As Mid-Atlantic's Must-Try New Year's Tradition Sauerkraut ice cream? Yes, you read that right—Urban Churn is once again delighting adventurous taste buds with its famously unique and surprisingly delicious Sauerkraut Ice Cream. This limited-time yearly classic is a bold way to ring in the New Year, blending the tangy zest of sauerkraut with creamy goodness that has become a must-try tradition for many. A New Year’s Tradition With A Twist For Pennsylvanians of German heritage, pork and sauerkraut are New Year’s staples, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune. Urban Churn, a central Pennsylvania favorite, has elevated this tradition by tr…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Dec. 31 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $20M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Dec. 31 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $20M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Dec. 31 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $20M Jackpot After a lucky Lottery player claimed a massive prize that topped a billion dollars last week, the winning numbers have been announced for the Tuesday Mega Millions drawing with a reset jackpot. The winning numbers have been announced for the Tuesday, Dec. 31 Mega Millions drawing. The estimated jackpot is $20 million, with an estimated cash option of $9 million, a far cry from the $1.22 billion prize that was won by a California resident on Friday, Dec. 27. The winning numbers for Tuesday's drawing are: 13-22-27-29-35 with a Mega Ball of 01 and a Megaplier of 2X I…

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by Zak Failla
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Winning Numbers For Monday, Dec. 30 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $163M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Monday, Dec. 30 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $163M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Monday, Dec. 30 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $163M Jackpot The winning numbers have been announced for the Monday, Dec. 30 Powerball drawing. The estimated jackpot is $163 million with a $73.9 million cash option after a recent winner reset the prize pool. If no winner claims the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 1 with a possible $178 million prize. The winning numbers for Monday's drawing were 09-19-33-38-39 with a Powerball of 01 and the Power Play was 3X. Lottery players have a 1 in 292,201,338 chance of winning a Powerball jackpot by matching all five ball…

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Survivor Casting Opens For 2025 Season 49: Apply Now Survivor Casting Opens For 2025 Season 49: Apply Now
Survivor Casting Opens For 2025 Season 49: Apply Now Think you have what it takes to outwit, outplay, and outlast? CBS's iconic reality series "Survivor" is looking for contestants for its 49th season, scheduled to film in spring 2025. Casting for the next season of "Survivor" is officially open, offering fans and first-timers the chance to compete in one of television's toughest challenges. Season 49 will take contestants to a remote location for grueling physical, mental, and social tests as they vie for the coveted title of Sole Survivor and the $1 million prize. Filming is slated to take place from mid-April to mid-May 2025, and applicati…

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by Jillian Pikora