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🎟️ Lottery luck alert

Dev Test County • January 29, 2025

Good morning, Dev Test County. Lady Luck made quite the pit stop at Discount Drug Mart in Reminderville, transforming a routine pharmacy run into a $110,000 windfall. It's the kind of story that makes you wonder if you should add lottery tickets to your shopping list, right between paper towels and toothpaste. And speaking of unexpected bonuses, Buckeyes fans can score free Chipotle today just by sporting their team gear - though we suspect some clever souls might try to pass off scarlet pajamas as official merchandise.

Meanwhile, Akron's own Paul Tazewell is weaving some Oscar-worthy magic with his "Wicked" costume designs. From mushroom-inspired witch wear to petal-perfect bubble dresses, he's proving that sometimes the most enchanting stories start right here in Northeast Ohio - even if they end up in the Emerald City.

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☕️ What's Brewing Locally

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💰 Lucky Ohio shopper turns Drug Mart trip into $110,000 jackpot. A customer at Discount Drug Mart in Reminderville, Ohio, struck gold with a winning Rolling Cash 5 lottery ticket purchased last Friday. The winner personally selected the winning numbers 6-17-20-30-37, beating considerable odds. After federal and state taxes of 28%, they'll take home approximately $79,200. The Rolling Cash 5 is one of Ohio's daily lottery games, giving residents regular chances at similar prizes.

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🌯 Wear Buckeyes gear, get free Chipotle in Akron today! Ohio Chipotle locations are offering buy-one-get-one-free entrées for customers sporting Ohio State gear between 3-10pm. The promotion celebrates Ohio State's national championship and is valid for up to five free entrées per transaction. The deal is part of Chipotle's growing partnership with Ohio State, which includes free meals for student athletes and a new agricultural scholarship. Nearly twenty Greater Akron locations are participating, but the offer is only valid for in-restaurant orders.

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🎭 Akron native's 'Wicked' costumes earn Oscar nod in dazzling achievement. Paul Tazewell, the Emmy and Tony-winning costume designer, has been nominated for his imaginative work on the upcoming "Wicked" film adaptation. Leading a massive team of 70 artisans, Tazewell drew inspiration from nature - including mushrooms for Elphaba's iconic looks and rose petals for Glinda's bubble dress. The designer spent 18 months in London crafting costumes for both parts of the film, which received 10 Oscar nominations total. This marks Tazewell's second Oscar nomination, following his 2022 nod for "West Side Story."

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🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla

🤝 Jan. 29 - Chamber Board Meet & Greet: Meet the fresh faces shaping our community's future! Join the new Ravenna Chamber Board for wine, conversation and connection at West Main St Winery & Brewery on January 29th.
🥖 Jan. 30 - Sourdough Baking Workshop: Master the art of sourdough with coffee expert Bessie Zinz and Bohemian Mama's Brian Brinkman at this hands-on baking class. Join fellow bread enthusiasts January 30th at The Bohemian Mama in Diamond, OH.
🥖 Jan. 31 - Sourdough Baking Workshop: Knead some knowledge into your baking game! Master the art of sourdough with experts Bessie Zinz and Brian Brinkman at The Bohemian Mama Barn in Diamond, OH on January 31st from 6-8pm.
🎲 Jan. 31 - Friday Night Party Games: Join the ultimate game night at 141 E Summit St in Kent! Bring friends or make new ones while playing engaging social deduction games like Werewolf and Blood on the Clocktower this January 31st.
📚 Feb. 01 - Hey! Book Talk: Ever wonder how books make their journey to library shelves? Join us at Reed Memorial Library on February 1st for an insider's look at the fascinating world of publishing and book distribution.
❄️ Feb. 01 - Haymaker Winter Market: Warm up your winter Saturday at Kent's cozy indoor farmers' market! Local vendors gather at the UU Church-Hobbs Hall (217 N. Mantua St) from 10am-1pm, offering fresh produce and handcrafted goods.
🎸 Feb. 01 - Victor Samalot Library Show: Talented guitarist Victor Samalot brings soulful melodies to Garrettsville Public Library on February 1. Stop by 10482 South Street for this free musical afternoon at your local Portage County District Library.
🌶 Feb. 01 - All-You-Can-Eat Chili Showdown: Spice up your evening at the hottest competition in town! Sample 15 mouthwatering chili varieties for just $10 all-you-can-eat at 776 N Freedom St, starting 6pm on February 1st.

🍞 Daily Bread Crumb

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Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.

-Galatians 6:9

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