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Kelly Hagens, a resident of Jacksonville Beach, has won a staggering $8.75 million jackpot in the Florida Lotto after matching all six winning numbers. She purchased her winning ticket at J and J Food Store and claimed her prize two days later. The odds of hitting the jackpot were 1 in nearly 23 million. Following her win, the Florida Lotto’s jackpot has increased to $28.25 million. As Florida Lotto continues to thrive, it encourages responsible gaming practices while offering players the chance to dream of significant financial rewards.
Jacksonville Beach – Kelly Hagens, a 56-year-old resident of Jacksonville Beach, has won an impressive $8.75 million jackpot from the Florida Lotto. Hagens purchased the winning ticket at J and J Food Store, located at 632 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach. The jackpot was drawn on May 7, 2025, and Hagens claimed her prize at the Florida Lottery headquarters in Tallahassee just two days later on May 9, 2025.
In order to win the jackpot, Hagens successfully matched all six winning numbers: 1, 8, 12, 24, 33, and 47. The odds of winning any prize in the Florida Lotto stand at 1 in 7.61, while the likelihood of hitting the jackpot is notably more difficult, at 1 in 22,957,480.
Since the drawing that awarded Hagens her prize, the Florida Lotto jackpot has rapidly increased, reaching $28.25 million as of August 25, 2025. Florida Lotto drawings are held twice a week, every Wednesday and Saturday, providing numerous chances for players to win.
In 2025 alone, there have already been five Florida Lotto winners. A typical Florida Lotto ticket costs just $2 and grants players the opportunity to select six numbers from a pool ranging from 1 to 53. Additionally, players can opt for a quick-pick option, which randomly generates numbers for them.
Winning lottery ticket holders have the choice between receiving their prize as a lump sum or as 30 annual installments. Florida law requires that the identities of lottery winners be made public; however, winners of $250,000 or more are afforded a 90-day temporary exemption from this disclosure. All winners must claim their prizes within 180 days from the date of the drawing, and those claiming prizes of $250,000 or less can do so by mail, provided they submit the necessary documentation.
The Florida Lottery has increased its focus on responsible gambling practices and brings attention to resources available for individuals and families affected by gambling addiction. This includes access to the national gambling hotline, which can provide support and resources for those in need.
Kelly Hagens’ remarkable win has stirred excitement within the local Jacksonville Beach community, illustrating the life-changing potential the Florida Lotto holds. With an ever-increasing jackpot, more players may be inspired to try their luck in future drawings.
As Florida Lotto continues to grow, its popularity endures, giving participants an engaging way to dream of substantial financial rewards while also encouraging responsible gaming practices across the state.
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Additional Resources
- First Coast News
- Action News Jax
- Jacksonville.com
- Miami Herald
- Patch
- Wikipedia: Florida Lotto
- Google Search: Florida Lotto winners
- Google Scholar: Florida Lotto
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- Google News: Florida Lotto
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