News Summary
A Jacksonville resident, James McHone, has won a $1 million lottery prize from a scratch-off game. Claiming his winnings in Tallahassee, he secured a lump sum of $605,016.40. The winning ticket was purchased at a local retailer, and this win marks the fifth $1 million prize for Jacksonville this March. The DOUBLE YOUR MONEY game features cash prizes totaling $51.8 million, with favorable odds for players. Local businesses also benefit from selling winning tickets.
Jacksonville Man Strikes it Rich with $1 Million Lottery Win!
In a thrilling turn of events for one lucky resident of Jacksonville, a man named James McHone has just bagged a whopping $1 million from a scratch-off lottery game! The exciting news was announced by the Florida Lottery on a sunny Monday, making waves throughout the local community as everyone rejoices in this remarkable win.
The Grand Claim
McHone, who is 41 years old, officially claimed his prize in Tallahassee. After the thrill of scratching off his ticket and discovering such a life-changing amount, he made the practical choice to take home the cash as a lump-sum payment of $605,016.40. Just imagine the possibilities with that kind of money!
Where It All Began
The winning scratch-off ticket, part of the popular DOUBLE YOUR MONEY game, was picked up at Safer Discount Beverage, a local retailer located at 8710 Lem Turner Road. It seems that fortune has a knack for favoring local businesses since they earned themselves a $2,000 bonus commission for selling the winning ticket. Talk about a win-win!
Lottery Appeal in Jacksonville
This news adds to the sweet taste of victory that Jacksonville residents have been savoring lately. McHone is not alone in his good fortune. Remarkably, he is the fifth person from Jacksonville to win a staggering $1 million prize from scratch-offs this March alone! It seems like luck has decided to settle in the River City for a little while.
The Numbers Game
There are plenty of reasons why folks love playing scratch-off tickets in Florida. The DOUBLE YOUR MONEY game has a whopping $51.8 million in cash prizes available across all tickets, with overall odds of winning set at a friendly 1-in-5.67. Those are some enticing numbers, and it sure seems some lucky players are taking full advantage!
Important Rules and Regulations
For those inspired by McHone’s success, keep in mind that Florida Lottery regulations state that prizes need to be claimed within 180 days from the drawing date. However, if you opt for the single-payment cash option, make sure to claim it within 60 days after the draw date. For those playing scratch-off tickets or Fast Play games, don’t forget that they should be claimed within 60 days after the end-of-game date!
Celebrate and Stay Informed
Winners of prizes $250,000 or less have the option to claim their winnings through the mail, making it a hassle-free experience. Meanwhile, for larger prizes, winners can remain temporarily anonymous for 90 days; however, Florida law requires that the lottery disclose pertinent information, such as the winner’s name and prize amount, upon request.
Jacksonville’s Lucky Streak
This victory comes on the heels of other exciting lottery wins in the area, including a winning Fantasy 5 ticket and another $1 million jackpot from a Mega Millions ticket sold locally. With such an influx of positive energy surrounding Jacksonville’s lottery scene, it makes you wonder, who will be the next lucky winner?
Conclusion
As McHone bask in his newfound riches and the local retailers celebrate their bonus, it’s clear that the lottery brings dreams a little closer to reality for many. Whether it’s the thrill of the scratch or the hope of finding that golden ticket, Jacksonville is alive with possibilities. Who knows? Maybe the next millionaire could be you!
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