Record Powerball drawing tops world jackpot at 1.4 billion
AP notes buying a Powerball ticket fuels daydreams of the largest lottery prize, about 1.4 billion, amid brisk sales across 44 states plus DC and territories. Officials say 75 percent of 292.2 million combinations were sold ahead of Saturday’s drawing, with the prize growing from an initial 40 million on Nov. 4.
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Relay kickoff invitation from Tadlock and partners
A community kickoff invites participation in Relay with sponsors Tadlock Community-Resource Credit Union Royal Purple Raceway and Luna’s Mexi. The note emphasizes an open invitation for anyone interested in joining the relay event and highlights collaboration among local sponsors.
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Cove store eyes prize as Powerball grows to 1.4 billion
The Bay Area Cove convenience store could earn a share of a growing Powerball prize after no ticket matched all six numbers in the latest drawing. Officials say the jackpot rises to about 1.4 billion with a lump sum of 806 million, taxes apply, and prizes must be claimed within 180 days. The winner has not come forward, and the store may receive 1 percent of jackpot sales.
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Gas Contamination Concerns Prompt State Checks in Texas
The Texas Department of Agriculture urges customers to report suspected contaminated gas or malfunctioning pumps. State inspectors test over 1,000 stations annually and following complaints, checking for water or sediment in gasoline and octane levels. If issues are found, stations can be ordered to halt sales until corrected. Visit the agency site for filing a complaint.
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Texans rebound to win AFC South behind Watt and Hopkins
Houston recovered from a 2-5 start to claim the AFC South and its first playoff berth since 2012. J. J. Watt led the defense with 17 1/2 sacks despite injuries, Whitney Mercilus added 12, while DeAndre Hopkins posted 1,521 receiving yards and 11 touchdowns, earning his first Pro Bowl.
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