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Two lucky tickets — one in Texas and one in Missouri — matched all six numbers in Saturday night’s $1.8 billion Powerball drawing, the second-largest jackpot in Powerball history. Each winner can choose between a $893.5M annuity or a $410.3M lump sum. While Wilmington didn’t score the big win, there’s still time to grab tickets for Wednesday’s drawing for a measly $20 million.

In today’s Port City Pulse:

• NC Governor Stein Accused of Mismanagement Over Hurricane Helene Funding Request

• Axes and Allies in Wilmington Gets New Owners

Stein’s $11.5B Helene Relief Request Sparks Harsh White House Criticism

[ABC 15 News] North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein is under fire from the White House after requesting a supplemental $11.5 billion federal disaster package to aid recovery from Hurricane Helene. The White House called Stein “unfit to run a state,” prompting strong backlash from state leaders who argue federal support has been drastically low—only $1.6 billion received so far, or just 6% of the estimated needs. Stein and local officials insist that rebuilding the hard-hit western region will require funding cooperation across all levels of government.

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Axes and Allies in Wilmington Gets New Owners

[Wilmington Biz] Wilmington axe-throwing business Axes and Allies has a new owner, local couple Bill and Lauren Symanski, who purchased it from founder Mia Troy. Opened in 2018, the venue features multiple throwing lanes, a bar, and a cabin-style lounge popular for parties, group outings, and corporate events. The Symanskis plan to build on the existing community while enhancing the experience. Troy expressed gratitude to patrons and employees and is confident in the new owners’ vision. Operations will continue at the current location.

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News Roundup

Local News

The Town of Leland has launched a 20-year roadway resurfacing program aimed at repaving up to 5% of town roads each year, with the first phase covering about five miles of streets and lasting several months. WECT

What You Should Know

Vibrio cases are rising along the North Carolina coast as warmer water temperatures create ideal conditions for the potentially deadly flesh-eating bacteria, with infections up 620% over the past decade. Experts advise avoiding swimming with open wounds and seeking immediate medical care if exposed. WECT

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker blasted Donald Trump as a “wannabe dictator” after Trump threatened to deploy federal troops and escalate immigration raids in Chicago and other Democratic-led cities. New York mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani warned that Trump could pursue actions “even if illegal,” while protests erupted in Chicago against the proposed federal operations. City and state leaders are preparing legal challenges as opposition intensifies. The Mirror

The Pentagon warned Venezuela after claiming two armed Venezuelan F-16 fighter jets flew near the U.S. Navy vessel USS Jason Dunham in international waters, calling the move “highly provocative” and advising Venezuela’s “cartel-run regime” not to interfere with U.S. counter-narcotics operations. MSN

What Might Surprise You

Argentina's opposition Peronist party won legislative elections in Buenos Aires Province, securing 46.8% of the vote and defeating President Javier Milei's ruling Libertarian Party, which garnered 33.8%. Yahoo News

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