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By Samantha Romero

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    CAPE CORAL, Florida (WBBH) — A Cape Coral family has been reunited with a box of precious memories lost during Hurricane Ian, three years after the storm swept it away.

“Yeah. All family and friends down here. This was my best friend. And this is my youngest son, Jody, on there,” said Ivana Cook, reflecting on the contents of the box.

Inside the box were pins, photos, and a cassette, holding decades of memories. Ivana Cook and her daughter Tammy Allen are featured in many of the photos, including Thanksgiving dinners and their 39th wedding anniversary.

“My husband and I dancing,” Ivana Cook recalled, describing a lifetime of memories once feared lost.

Tammy Allen expressed the emotional impact of the loss.

“It was just devastating to see that what they built and was supposed to be for us kids was just shattered in a minute,” she said.

Hurricane Ian’s floodwaters had swallowed their Cape Coral home near the Yacht Club, taking the box with it. For three years, there was no trace of it until last Friday.

Kate Lynch discovered the box while walking her dog on the other side of the city, near Savona Parkway and Agualinda Boulevard. She posted about it on Facebook, which led to Tammy Allen’s phone lighting up with notifications as people recognized her.

The box returned home on Sunday, exactly three years to the day since the storm washed it away. Remarkably, not a single water droplet was found inside.

“It brought tears. It brought memories,” Tammy Allen shared.

Ivana Cook added, “Some of the people (in the photos) were deceased, you know? So it’s just like, oh, my God, look at this. How young?”

Tammy received the box back on the same day her dog passed away, believing it was her dad in the pictures looking out for her.

“Anybody we tell it to, they can’t — they are like, ‘What? There’s — what’s the reason?’ We don’t know. It’s just a miracle,” Ivana Cook said.

The return of the box has brought a sense of closure and joy to the Cook family, reminding them of the resilience of memories and the kindness of strangers.

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By Viviana Lopez

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    PORT ST. LUCIE, Florida (WPBF) — K9 units, along with detailed descriptions, helped track down a burglar who was caught inside a condo by the homeowner.

Port St. Lucie Police responded to the scene at the 200 block of SE Village Drive.

Police reported the victim getting home and finding an unknown man inside.

The homeowner confronted the man, later identified as Jarred Seymour, and suggested he leave the property.

After Seymour left, the homeowner called 911 and provided a detailed description of Seymour, which direction he went, and video surveillance.

Seymour was found 20 minutes later by K9 Ronin, who was able to track Seymour down in the direction mentioned by the homeowner.

He has been charged with burglary and is currently in the St. Lucie County Jail.

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    DETROIT, Michigan (WWJ) — A Detroit woman played the Powerball for the first time on a whim and ended up walking away with a $1 million prize.

Sharonda Blunt, 44, matched the five white balls in the Sept. 1 drawing: 08-23-25-40-53.

Blunt said a conversation with a fellow customer while waiting in line at a Grosse Pointe pharmacy sparked her curiosity.

“I was talking to a guy in line at the store and he was telling me about the Powerball game and he bought a ticket, so I told the cashier to give me one too,” said Blunt in a statement. “A few days later, I was with my family and my aunt mentioned that a $1 million Powerball prize was won at the CVS in Grosse Pointe. It got me thinking, so I took out my ticket and had her read off the winning numbers.

“When she read five of my numbers, I grabbed her phone to see for myself and then started screaming and hollering when I saw I won $1 million. Winning a prize like this is truly a blessing.”

Blunt bought the winning ticket at the CVS Pharmacy at 18585 East Warren Avenue.

“Beginners luck proved true for Sharonda Blunt who purchased her first Powerball ticket ever after hearing about the game while in line at the store and then won a $1 million prize!” said Michigan Lottery Commissioner Suzanna Shkreli in a statement. “The prize was won during the recent Powerball jackpot run where the jackpot reached a staggering $1.78 billion. During the jackpot run, Michigan Lottery players won more than $12.5 million in prizes.”

Powerball tickets can be purchased for $2 apiece. A Power Play option multiplies non-jackpot prizes by up to 10 times, with a maximum of $2 million added for $1. For another $1, a Double Play can be added to a Powerball ticket, giving a player a second chance to win up to $10 million in the nightly Double Play drawings.

The Powerball drawing is held at 10:59 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

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By Francis Page, Jr.

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    October 6, 2025 (Houston Style Magazine) — The Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts has positioned itself as a cultural heartbeat for Greater Houston with the opening of its highly anticipated fall exhibition, A Curated Life: Selections from the Collection of Andy Moran. Running through Saturday, January 10, 2026, this showcase is more than an exhibition—it is a love story between art, history, and community. A Legacy Rooted in Love and Vision Andy Moran and his late wife, Mary Lou Chester, first crossed paths at Texas Southern University on the steps of Hannah Hall. She was an artist, he a business student. Together, they crafted a marriage—and later, a collection—that would redefine how African American art is celebrated in Houston. After their 1971 marriage and move to Wall Street, the Moran’s began collecting works that reflected not only their shared passion but also their commitment to uplifting voices often overlooked in the mainstream art world. Even after Mary Lou’s passing in 2004, Andy continued their journey, acquiring pieces that honored her influence and amplified the stories of Black artists. His private collection became a vibrant archive of artists connected to TSU, Houston, and beyond—each canvas, photograph, and sculpture breathing with history and pride. The Artists and Their Stories The exhibition at the Pearl brings together 50 masterful works from Moran’s private collection. Visitors will encounter the genius of Dr. John Biggers, the visionary power of Kermit Oliver, the cultural narratives of Carroll Simms, and the evocative photography of Earlie Hudnall, Jr. The list continues with Joseph A. Moran, Edsel Cramer, Julian Joseph Kyle, Linda Hinojos, Jade Cooper, and Oliver Parsons—artists whose works transcend walls and speak directly to Houston’s richly diverse community. This lineup represents more than names; it represents Houston’s artistic lineage—students mentored by legends, creators embedding social commentary into brushstrokes, and innovators building bridges between academia, culture, and everyday life. The Maker’s Muse Joins the Conversation Running alongside Moran’s exhibition is The Maker’s Muse: Contemporary Photography from the Artists of the American Society of Photographers in the Cole Gallery. Together, the two shows create a powerful dialogue: one highlighting Houston’s African American art movement, the other spotlighting cutting-edge photographic innovation. More Than an Exhibit—A Cultural Experience The Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts, affectionately known as “The Pearl,” has made this exhibition free to the public. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM CT, the museum invites art lovers, students, families, and lifelong learners to experience a living narrative of art as a connector of generations. Donations and memberships are encouraged, ensuring the Pearl continues its mission of art, education, and community. A private reception for Patron Members, held on Friday, September 19, 2025, allowed guests to engage directly with Andy Moran as he reflected on the personal journey behind his collection. The evening revealed that this exhibition is not merely about paintings and sculptures—it is about resilience, memory, and cultural pride. Why It Matters Now In a time when Houston defines itself as a global city of creativity and diversity, Moran’s collection underscores a critical truth: art is not an accessory; it is a legacy. A Curated Life bridges Houston’s past with its present, ensuring that pioneering contributions of African American artists are not only remembered but celebrated with reverence. Visit the Exhibition A Curated Life: Selections from the Collection of Andy Moran 📍 Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts 6815 Cypresswood Drive, Spring, TX 77379 📅 Now through Saturday, January 10, 2026 🕙 Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM CT 🎟 Admission: FREE For more information, memberships, or donations, visit pearlmfa.org or call (281) 376-6322. ✨ At Houston Style Magazine, we proudly celebrate Andy Moran’s enduring legacy and the Pearl’s ongoing role as a cultural cornerstone. This exhibition is a reminder that art is not just what hangs on a wall—it’s the heartbeat of a community.

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    MANCHESTER, New Hampshire (WMUR) — The New Hampshire Attorney General’s Office is hoping newly released surveillance video will help lead to more information in a cold case homicide.

The video, released for the first time to the public on Sunday, shows Lynne Brennan at Bunny’s Superette on Webster Street in Manchester on the afternoon of Oct. 4, 2010. Five days later, Brennan was found dead in her home on North River Road.

Investigators said the 53-year-old mother of three lived alone when she was killed. They never revealed her cause of death.

News 9 spoke with Brennan’s sister, Lisa Post, in 2018. At the time, she said, “Why would anyone want to take her life? She was a good person.” Post went on to say, “it’s unbearable sometimes and you know as the years go by you try to find ways to cope and live with it, but it’s always there, ever present.”

In a statement released Sunday, Post also said, “It has been 15 years since Lynne was murdered. Not knowing who did this to my sister weighs heavily on our whole family. We need answers, and we need peace.”

Manchester’s police chief said any detail, no matter how small it may seem, could be critical in solving the case.

Senior Assistant Attorney General Christopher Knowles said in a statement, in part, “The passage of time only strengthens our resolve… We believe there are people who have information that could be the missing piece in this case.”

Anyone with information about Brennan’s homicide is urged to email the New Hampshire Cold Case Unit at coldcaseunit@dos.nh.gov or call 603-271-2663. Tips can be made anonymously.

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