Cody Kennedy+FollowMidlands man’s $1M Powerball win after prayerA Midlands resident’s life changed overnight when he hit a $1 million Powerball prize just three days after praying for a miracle. He bought the lucky ticket at Best Stop on Bush River Road in Columbia, matching all five white ball numbers. What’s even more inspiring? He’s chosen to keep his win private and has already donated part of his winnings to his local church. The store that sold the ticket also scored a $10,000 bonus. Stories like this make you wonder—what would you do if you suddenly won big? #News #Powerball #LotteryWin10Share
Ashlee Thomas+FollowColumbus family’s holiday scratch-off turns into $100K winA simple Christmas stocking stuffer just changed everything for a Columbus family. What started as a yearly tradition—dad buying scratch-off tickets for everyone—ended with a jaw-dropping $100,000 win on a Holiday Lucky Times 10 ticket. At first, it looked like a $10,000 prize, but as the numbers kept matching, the excitement grew. After taxes, the winner takes home $73,250. The lucky ticket was bought at the Kroger on Broad St. in Pataskala. Ever had a family tradition pay off in a big way? Let’s hear your stories! #News #Columbus #LotteryWin00Share
darrell47+FollowColumbia gets nonstop flights to Chicago again!Direct flights from Columbia to Chicago are finally back, making travel way easier for everyone in the Midlands. Starting May 21, American Airlines will run two daily nonstop flights between Columbia Metropolitan Airport and Chicago O’Hare. That means less time connecting and more time enjoying the Windy City—or making those crucial business meetings. With a 65-seat jet (and First-Class, too), this move gives locals more flexibility and connects us to over 350 destinations worldwide. Who’s already planning a summer trip, or just relieved to have more options out of CAE? #News #ColumbiaSC #Chicago00Share
robertjones+FollowNonstop flights from GSP to Ohio now $49!Traveling between the Upstate and Ohio just got a whole lot easier—and cheaper. Breeze Airways is rolling out nonstop flights from Greenville-Spartanburg Airport to Columbus, starting May 8, with fares as low as $49. This new route runs every Monday and Friday, making weekend trips or business travel super convenient. Breeze has already connected GSP to several other cities, and their quick growth is shaking up local travel options. Anyone else thinking about a spontaneous Ohio getaway or visiting family? What destinations do you want to see next from GSP? #News #GSPAirport #BreezeAirways10Share
Kevin Reed+Follow$1 million Powerball win shakes up ColumbiaA Columbia local just turned a routine stop at Best Stop on Bush River Road into a $1 million Powerball win, and he credits a simple prayer for his good fortune. Imagine matching all five white ball numbers—against odds of 1 in nearly 12 million! For many in the Midlands, this win isn’t just about luck; it’s sparking conversations about faith, chance, and what we’d do if our numbers came up. Would you keep working, travel, or give back? Let’s hear your take—what would you do with a million-dollar windfall? #News #ColumbiaSC #Powerball00Share
jeffreyhester+FollowDetroit neighbor wins $2M on a whim!One Detroit resident just turned a casual stop for gas into a $2 million windfall, all thanks to a scratch-off ticket bought on a whim at Jefferson Fuels on East Jefferson Ave. Imagine scratching off a ticket and seeing that life-changing number pop up—he didn’t believe it at first either! He’s planning to travel and save the rest, which sounds like a dream come true. Have you ever had a lucky moment like this? What would you do if you suddenly came into that kind of money? Let’s hear your wildest lottery dreams! #News #Detroit #LotteryWin00Share
Julie Padilla+FollowDenver boy gets 15,000 Pokémon cards after lossLosing a prized Pokémon card collection at Denver International Airport could have been heartbreaking for 7-year-old Reid, but what happened next turned into something incredible. United Airlines employees from all over the country rallied together, collecting and donating over 15,000 Pokémon cards to surprise Reid during his next trip through DIA. The best part? Reid plans to share the love by hosting a Pokémon party at his school, giving away cards to help other kids start their own collections. Moments like this remind us how a community can turn disappointment into pure joy. What’s the most memorable act of kindness you’ve seen lately? #News #Denver #Pokemon00Share
Danielle White+FollowRDU gets nonstop flights to San Antonio!Travel from Raleigh-Durham just got a major upgrade—Breeze Airways is launching nonstop flights to San Antonio, Madison, and Atlantic City, finally connecting RDU to its most in-demand unserved city. For anyone tired of layovers, this is a game changer, especially with San Antonio being such a popular spot. Breeze is now up to 37 nonstop destinations from RDU, including international routes, and is making RDU its busiest hub. With more choices and less hassle, how do you think this will change travel for folks in the Triangle? #News #RDU #BreezeAirways00Share
Jonathan Clarke+FollowTwo Texans hit it big in the lottery!A Wichita Falls local just scored a $2 million Mega Millions prize, and someone in Fort Worth grabbed a $1 million Powerball win—both on tickets that also netted them a few extra bucks. These wins came from player-chosen numbers and a lucky multiplier, making ordinary days suddenly extraordinary. It’s wild to think how a quick stop at a convenience store can change everything. Would you keep playing after a big win, or cash out and call it quits? Let’s hear your take on lottery luck and what you’d do if you hit the jackpot! #News #TexasLottery #MegaMillions00Share
gregorybrown+FollowSingapore's New Flight Fee: Worth It?Heads up if you’re flying out of Singapore in 2026—your ticket’s about to get a little pricier. The country’s rolling out a new fee to help airlines switch to sustainable aviation fuel, which could cut pollution by up to 90%! The extra charge depends on where you’re headed, but think of it as a small investment in cleaner air and a greener future. Would you pay a bit more to help the planet take off? #News #SingaporeFlights #SustainableTravel00Share
