News Summary
Recently announced lottery wins have generated significant excitement in Jacksonville as two winners from the Fantasy 5 Evening Draw emerge alongside a life-changing $1 million prize claimed by a local resident. The winners highlight the thriving lottery community in Florida, with ongoing opportunities for more players to win in future draws amidst recent changes to the Mega Millions ticket prices.
Jacksonville
Two winners of the Florida Lottery’s Fantasy 5 Evening Draw and a significant winner of the $1,000,000 A Year For Life Spectacular were recently announced, generating excitement among local residents.
A player in Jacksonville successfully matched all numbers in the Fantasy 5 Evening Draw held last Friday. The winning ticket, which is worth $60,205, was purchased at the Publix located at 731 Duval Station Road. Additionally, another Fantasy 5 winning ticket was sold in Pensacola, indicating an exciting week for Florida Lottery players.
Meanwhile, Natalie S. Ramos, a 54-year-old Jacksonville resident, achieved a life-changing win by claiming the top prize of $1,000,000 A Year For Life Spectacular. Ramos purchased her $50 scratch-off ticket at Walmart located at 6767 103rd St. on February 6. Instead of opting for annuity payments, she chose a one-time lump-sum payment of $16 million, showcasing the life-altering potential of lottery winnings.
Florida Lottery officials noted that the $1,000,000 A Year For Life Spectacular game had two top prizes, and now both have been claimed. In addition to the top prizes, the game also offers 234 secondary prizes of $1 million, with 55 of those still unclaimed, providing ongoing opportunities for future winners.
The excitement does not stop with these recent wins. Just last week, a winning ticket worth $8.75 million was sold at J and J Food Store, located at 632 Beach Blvd in Jacksonville Beach. The winning combination was 1-8-12-24-33-47, and the lucky winner must claim their prize within 180 days from the draw date, which indicates that the last claim date is November 4. This rule emphasizes the importance of timely actions from winners.
Lottery Odds and Future Draws
The overall odds of winning in the Florida Lotto are calculated at 1 in 7.61, while the odds of winning the jackpot stand at 1 in 22,957,480. Following the latest drawing, the Florida Lotto jackpot has reset to $1 million for the upcoming draw, offering another chance for players to win big.
In addition to these recent developments, previous winners have included a Jackpot Triple Play ticket valued at $275,000, sold at a Publix in Jensen Beach. The lottery continues to generate community engagement and excitement across the state.
Upcoming Changes to the Mega Millions
Further changes in the Florida Lottery include an increase in Mega Millions ticket prices from $2 to $5. The revised ticket will now include a multiplier option, adding an extra layer of excitement for participants.
Florida law permits a 90-day grace period before winners’ names may be disclosed, unless they choose to waive this option. Winners of prizes totaling $250,000 or more are publicly announced after this period unless they request anonymity. This law is designed to protect the privacy of lottery winners while still providing transparency in the lottery system.
Conclusion
With multiple winners emerging from the Florida Lottery, excitement and speculation are on the rise among players in Jacksonville and beyond. As more tickets are sold and new games introduced, the opportunity for life-changing wins continues to draw interest from the community.
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Additional Resources
- Jacksonville Woman Wins $1,000,000 A Year For Life – Jacksonville.com
- Jacksonville Beach Store Sells $8 Million Lottery Ticket – First Coast News
- Winning Florida Lotto Numbers – Palm Beach Daily News
- Jacksonville Woman Wins $5M Playing Crossword Scratch-Off – News4jax
- Florida Woman Scratches Her Way to $5 Million – Miami Herald
- Wikipedia: Florida Lottery
- Google Search: Florida Lottery
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
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