1. A Nor’Easter is expected to begin this afternoon or evening, persisting through Friday. Wet, heavy snow, gusty winds, and power outages are expected Thursday. Predicted snow totals range from 8″ to 22″ for some areas. (WMTW)

2. According to a new study, you’ll need a household income of at least $102,000 a year to buy a home in Maine. Just four years ago, that number was $62,000. Maine is now among 22 states that require a six-figure salary to buy a home. Nationwide, Americans need an average household income of $110,000 to buy a median priced home of $402,000. That’s up 46 percent since the start of the pandemic. (WGME)

3. Shortstop Marcelo Mayer, center fielder Roman Anthony, and catcher Kyle Teel – the top three prospects in the Red Sox system according to MLB.com – will begin the season with the Sea Dogs. The Sea Dogs are scheduled to open the season Friday night at Hadlock Field. (PH)

4. Tonight’s Powerball jackpot is an estimated $1.09 billion! The lump sum cash payout is up to $483million. This is only the fifth advertised Powerball jackpot to surpass a billion dollars. (ABC)

5. Burger King will be giving out free Whoppers to celebrate Monday’s Total Eclipse. To score one, you must be a part of Burger King’s Royal Perk loyalty club, then text ECLIPSE  to 251251. (People)

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