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In today's newsletter:

  • Doral Publix sells $1 million Powerball ticket
  • How packed will Miami International Airport get during the holiday rush?
  • Could you be missing out on SNAP help in Miami-Dade?

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📰 News we're reading

1. $1M-Winning Powerball Ticket Sold At FL Publix: Reports (patch.com) — Miami-area lottery players have a new hometown winner to celebrate after a $1 million Powerball ticket was sold at a Publix in Doral, just west of Miami. The Quick Pick matched all five white balls in Saturday’s drawing, while the jackpot climbs to an estimated $1.6 billion for the next drawing in Tallahassee, keeping Florida firmly in the Powerball spotlight.
   

2. South Florida travel surge: airports, highways, ports see holiday crowds (cbsnews.com) — If you’re flying through Miami International Airport for the holidays, expect huge crowds, with about 190,000 passengers a day moving through the terminals. Regional experts warn that air traffic control staffing and record cruise and highway travel could trigger delays, so officials urge travelers to budget extra time, especially during late-morning peak hours.
   

3. SNAP benefits help keep Miamians fed and supports local economy (communitynewspapers.com) — SNAP benefits are a lifeline for thousands of Miami-Dade residents, especially seniors, people with disabilities, and families with children, while also pumping money into the local economy. The article explains how the program works, common pitfalls that cause denials or interruptions, and how Legal Services of Greater Miami offers free help with appeals and eligibility questions for anyone struggling to keep their benefits.
   

4. FWC relocates crocodile after being spotted near Fisher Island Day School (wsvn.com) — Wildlife officers recently captured and relocated a crocodile spotted near Fisher Island Day School in Miami-Dade County, easing concerns among parents and residents. Officials say growing crocodile populations are driving more sightings and urge locals to keep children and pets away from the water’s edge and maintain a safe distance from any crocodiles they encounter.
   

5. Belen announces 2026 Hall of Fame Inductees (communitynewspapers.com) — Belen Jesuit is honoring nine alumni and community leaders at a March 21, 2026 Hall of Fame ceremony at the InterContinental Miami, and tickets are already on sale. Several inductees are closely tied to Miami institutions, including local medical centers, the University of Miami, and Miami-based businesses, underscoring the school’s deep roots in the city’s civic and professional life.
   

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