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$100K Winning Scratch-Off Ticket Claimed By Laurel Computer Programmer
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LAUREL, MD — A Prince George’s County man who purchased a $10 Money Drop scratch-off now happens to be $100,000 richer.
The computer programmer bought the lucky instant ticket at Sandy Spring Exxon, 7801 Old Sandy Spring Road in Laurel. He stopped in to buy gas and felt compelled to purchase a scratch-off ticket. He only plays a few times a year, he said.
“I looked over and saw the purple in the Money Drop scratch-offs so I decided to buy one,” he told Maryland Lottery officials.
When he started to scratch off the game, the winner saw that his number 18 on the first line matched one of the game’s winning numbers. Yidden below his winning number 18 was the $100,000 top prize. The win took a while to register, he said, as he continued to scratch off the rest of the instant ticket. Then, he went back to the top of the game to look at his matching number again.
“At first, I didn’t believe it. I took a picture to send to my friend,” the lotto player said with a smile.
The big winner plans to pay bills with his windfall and place the rest of his prize into his bank account. Sandy Spring Exxon in Prince George’s County will receive a $1,000 bonus from the Maryland Lottery for selling a $100,000 winning instant ticket.
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Maryland Weather: Heavy storms before weekend sun
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BALTIMORE — Tropical humidity along with scattered storms continue today with a fantastic weekend of weather to follow.
The air is warm and muggy and showers will linger through the first half of the day.
Morning temperatures are in the mid to upper 70s and we’re top out in the mid to upper 80s this afternoon.
More scattered showers and storms are possible this afternoon and evening ahead of a strong cold front. We could see some stronger thunderstorms, with isolated pockets of damaging winds possible. In addition to downpours, frequent cloud to ground lightning is possible along with some small hail. The greatest risk is 2 PM and 8 PM.
Humidity levels will fall late tonight, but the drop off in humidity will be most noticeable Friday. Friday looks fantastic with a mixture of sunshine and clouds, a northerly breeze, and highs in the middle to upper 80s.
We’ll continue with the nice weather right through the weekend. Go ahead and make outdoor plans! Both days feature sunshine with highs near 90°. Humidity levels over the weekend will stay nice and low.
Monday will be a transition day with increasing humidity and the chance for a few showers later in the day, mainly well west of Baltimore. Highs on Monday climb into the lower 90s.
Tuesday and Wednesday will be tropical in terms of humidity with some drenching afternoon and evening thunderstorms in some places. These will be of the hit or miss variety. Highs will be in the lower 90s, however, it will feel hotter with the high humidity.
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Fabulous Maryland weekend follows storm chances
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Alsobrooks, Hogan still considering FOX 5 debate at University of Maryland
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Will Maryland Senate candidates debate on FOX 5?
The University of Maryland has been proposed as the host site for a debate between Larry Hogan and Angela Alsobrooks, sponsored by FOX 5 and the University’s Capital News Service. Both candidates still haven’t committed. FOX 5’s Bob Barnard has the story.
The race for the seat held by retiring Maryland Senator Ben Cardin is shaping up to be a crucial battle for control of Congress.
The University of Maryland has been proposed as the host site for a debate between Larry Hogan and Angela Alsobrooks, sponsored by FOX 5 and the University’s Capital News Service.
Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks was campaigning in Columbia Wednesday, just over 100 days before the election.
FOX 5 asked the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate whether she would accept the invitation to debate Hogan on Sept. 12.
“I’m looking forward to debating Larry Hogan in the fall,” Alsobrooks responded. “I know that we’ve had a number of invitations that have come in. The team is looking through the invitations and will be responding to everyone right away, but I’m absolutely looking forward to debating him, and I think we all recognize the importance of holding the majority. This race is about who will have the 51st vote, whether it’s a caucus that’s empowered by Donald Trump or one that is soon to be empowered by Kamala Harris, and it’s a very important race.”
FOX 5 has reached out to the Hogan campaign for a response to the September debate invitation but has not yet received a reply.
When asked several weeks ago, Maryland’s former Republican governor said, “I’m not sure. We’ve already committed to two debates and we haven’t heard anything from our opponent. I think at this point she’s refused to accept any debates. It’s not for me to decide. We’re going to wait to see. We can’t be doing debates every week, but we’ve committed to a couple of them. One in the Washington area and one in Baltimore.”
Alsobrooks responded to Hogan’s comments, saying, “Well, you know what I say, bless his heart. Larry Hogan’s spending all this time talking about me; he should be talking to voters like I am. I am looking forward to debating Larry Hogan and I think he should spend his time talking to voters.”
FOX 5 also asked voters for their thoughts on the potential debate.
“I think debates are important, especially for new voters and especially for voters who are not sure who they’re going to vote for and don’t really know the candidates. It gives them a chance to see what the candidate is thinking about and understand their vision and platform,” said Howard County Councilmember Opel Jones.
“I think it would be important. I think there’s value in debate always,” added Maryland voter Lakey Boyd. “It really serves to illuminate maybe some pieces of the puzzle that we don’t always have media access to based on typical media coverage. So I think there’s value. I’m not sure it would completely influence my vote, but I think that’s actually part of the point… you don’t know until you know… until you hear the debate.”
FOX 5 will continue to seek definitive answers from both Hogan and Alsobrooks regarding the proposed debate.
Maryland Senate race: Alsobrooks, Hogan both vow to steer clear of negativity in campaigns
The race for Maryland’s U.S. Senate seat is set. One day after winning their party nominations – both former Gov. Larry Hogan and Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks say they’ll campaign on the issues and steer clear of negativity.
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