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Morning Briefing: Mega Millions Jackpot won in Maryland, Some Farmers Markets Opening Early

A look at the news this morning to start your weekend.

1. Cloudy start expected for this morning, then sunny for the rest of the day, according to the National Weather Service. High near 58. Bring an umbrella if you're going to be out late tonight, there's a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 a.m.

2. The winning ticket for last night's Mega Millions record $640 million jackpot was won by someone in Maryland, according to USA Today. At least one ticket matched the numbers. Odds of winning last night's jackpot? 1 in 176 million.

3. Looking for something to do with the kids? at Barbara's Bookstore. The free event in the Village Center is open to all.

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4. Don't forget: The deadline for vendors to apply for the Burr Ridge farmers market is April 17. Due to the warmer weather we've been having this March, .

5. . Due to readers' comments that the newly opened Wok 'N Fire in Burr Ridge has a bathroom that shouldn't be missed, however, we are planning to check it out and may pit it againt Scapa next week.

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