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The Stanly News And Press

Stanly County man wins jackpot, his second big Cash 5 win

RALEIGH - Danny Tarlton of Locust won a Cash 5 jackpot years ago and on Sunday he got lucky again with a $134419 Cash 5 jackpot win. He previously won a $138454 jackpot in January 2012. Tarlton bought his lucky Quick Pick ticket from the Refuel on West Main Street in Locust. He arrived at lottery headquarters Monday to collect his prize and, after…

Winnings ・ 13 March 2024

WNCT

Durham woman wins $153,919 jackpot: ‘I just had a feeling’

RALEIGH, N.C. - Durham resident Marlen Rios De Torres believed a big lottery win would happen soon and her prediction came true when a $5 Fast Play ticket turned into a $153919 jackpot. "I just had a feeling like I was going to win big soon," she said. "I could feel it." Rios De Torres bought her lucky 20X The Cash ticket on February 20 from the…

Winnings ・ 06 March 2024

WNCT

NC lawmakers say video gambling machine legislation could resurface this year

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - Interest in authorizing more casinos in North Carolina during this year's upcoming legislative session appears tamped down based on comments from top General Assembly leaders. But this week they suggested an effort to sanction and regulate video gambling machines could resurface in the spring. A package considered by lawmakers…

Law ・ 16 February 2024

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Fast Play jackpot gets first $20,000 boost today

Did you hear about the lucky Fast Play player who bought a $10 50X The Cash ticket in Raleigh on Friday and won a $321223 jackpot? To celebrate, starting today at 5 p.m. we are boosting the Fast Play progressive jackpot with an extra $20000 each day for the next five days! The $20000 boost, part of a special promotion this February for the game,…

Winnings ・ 07 February 2024

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Raleigh man wins $321,223 jackpot the day after his birthday

RALEIGH, N.C. - Raleigh resident Rabah Samara got a belated birthday present on Friday after a $10 Fast Play ticket turned into a $321223 jackpot. "Considering yesterday was my birthday," Samara said, "this is a great birthday gift for me." Samara bought his lucky 50X The Cash ticket Friday morning from the Han-Dee Hugo's on Western Boulevard in…

Winnings ・ 05 February 2024

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Greensboro friends have fun winning a $158,535 jackpot together

RALEIGH, N.C. - Greensboro residents Mark Cockman, Jeffrey Jaeger, and Gary Selders enjoy playing the lottery together, but none of them could believe their luck when they hit a $158535 jackpot. "We all looked at one another thinking, 'You've got to be kidding me,'" Cockman recalled. Jaeger said he enjoys the group dynamic of playing the…

Winnings ・ 26 January 2024

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Wilmington man bags $154,166 jackpot win

RALEIGH, N.C. - George Rongotes Jr. of Wilmington tried his luck on a $5 Fast Play ticket and won a $154166 jackpot. Rongotes bought his lucky Double Win ticket on Jan. 3 from Ludus Social Club, a bar he owns, on Carolina Beach Road in Wilmington. At the time of his purchase, the jackpot stood at $308332. Since Rongotes bought a $5 ticket, he…

Winnings ・ 17 January 2024

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Carteret County man collects $324,439 jackpot win

RALEIGH, N.C. - Newport resident Charles Brooks took a chance on a $5 Fast Play ticket and won a $324439 jackpot. Brooks bought his lucky 20X The Cash ticket from Jim Dandy on U.S. 70 in Morehead City on Dec. 30. At the time of his purchase, the jackpot stood at $648878. Since Brooks bought a $5 ticket, he received 50% of the progressive jackpot.…

Winnings ・ 05 January 2024

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Powerball jackpot now at $412 million, Mega Millions at $377 million

RALEIGH, NC (PRESS RELEASE) - The Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots both continue to grow, giving North Carolinians two chances this week to take home prizes ranging from $377 million to $412 million. Tonight's Powerball jackpot stands at a $412 million annuity that is worth $194 million in cash. Tuesday's Mega Millions jackpot stands at a $377…

Lottery ・ 05 December 2023

CBS 17

Raleigh man celebrates Cash 5 jackpot win

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - A Raleigh man claimed his jackpot winnings on Thursday after trying his luck and missing by only one number last week. Joshua Allen matched all five numbers in the Cash 5 jackpot and won $662878. "About a week ago I actually matched four of the five balls playing Cash 5," said Allen. Allen said he's planning on using the…

Winnings ・ 01 December 2023

The Johnston County Report

Johnston County Man ‘Ecstatic’ Over $120,000 Jackpot Win

FOUR OAKS - Bryan Caves of Willow Spring called his wife immediately to tell her the good news after his Cash 5 ticket delivered them a $120000 jackpot. "She couldn't believe it so she drove to the store to double-check it," he laughed. Caves said he only bought the Cash 5 ticket because he was hoping to win a prize in the November Bonus Cash…

Winnings ・ 01 December 2023

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North Carolina: Greensboro man wins $1 million Mega Million lottery prize, plans to buy house

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Lottery ・ 29 November 2023

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Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots both exceed $300 million

RALEIGH, NC (PRESS RELEASE) - North Carolinians can play this week for jackpots in the Powerball and Mega Millions games that both offer prizes worth more than $300 million. Tonight's Powerball jackpot stands at a $352 million annuity that is worth $163.3 million in cash. Tuesday's Mega Millions jackpot stands at a $335 million annuity that is…

Lottery ・ 28 November 2023

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Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots spike above $300 million Thanksgiving weekend

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - You may be feeling lucky… or it could be the food coma. Either way, going into Thanksgiving weekend, there are two jackpots up for grabs-each now at more than $300 million. The Mega Millions drawing on Black Friday will be the first opportunity of the weekend to win big with a jackpot of $308 million on the line. According to…

Lottery ・ 25 November 2023

WNCT

Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots both top $300 million for Thanksgiving week

RALEIGH, N.C. - North Carolinians can play this Thanksgiving week for jackpots in the Powerball and Mega Millions games that both offer prizes worth over $300 million. Wednesday's Powerball jackpot stands at a $313 million annuity that is worth $144 million in cash. Black Friday's Mega Millions jackpot stands at a $308 million annuity that is worth…

Lottery ・ 23 November 2023

CBS 17

NC lottery: Cash 5 jackpot won by Raleigh man

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - A Raleigh man is now a few hundred thousand dollars richer after buying a North Carolina Education Lottery ticket online. Adam Silverman purchased a $1 Cash 5 ticket using Online Play on the NC Lottery official mobile app. That lucky ticket matched all five numbers in Monday night's jackpot, netting him a $448884…

Lottery ・ 19 November 2023

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‘Digital instant’ games expand NC lottery offerings

RALEIGH - North Carolina's lottery has expanded its offering of online games, which officials project could bring in hundreds of millions of dollars in additional revenues to the state-run operation in the coming years. The North Carolina Education Lottery launched a set of "digital instant" games Wednesday. The state lottery commission approved…

Lottery ・ 18 November 2023

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North Carolina lottery expands online game offerings through 'digital instants'

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - North Carolina's lottery has expanded its offering of online games, which officials project could bring in hundreds of millions of dollars in additional revenues to the state-run operation in the coming years. The North Carolina Education Lottery launched a set of "digital instant" games Wednesday, news outlets reported. The…

Lottery ・ 17 November 2023

WNCT

Davidson County man collects $251,758 Cash 5 jackpot win

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCT) - Krystian Morrison of Denton tried his luck on a $1 Cash 5 ticket and won a $251758 jackpot on Nov. 4. Morrison bought his lucky Quick Pick ticket using Online Play. His ticket matched all five numbers to win the jackpot. The odds of matching numbers on all five balls are 1 in 962598. Morrison claimed his prize at lottery…

Winnings ・ 12 November 2023

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Benson man wins $236,000 lottery prize

RALEIGH - David Shafer of Benson often imagined going to lottery headquarters in Raleigh to collect a big prize, and it finally happened on Oct. 25 after winning a $236439 Fast Play jackpot. "I always joked with people at stores that I want the ticket that will take me to Raleigh," Shafer said with a laugh. "I'm still kind of in shock…

Winnings ・ 08 November 2023

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Alamance County man plans to take his mom to Hawaii with $266,982 jackpot win

RALEIGH, N.C. - Graham resident Ralph Mayton Jr. said he wants to take his mother on a trip to Hawaii after he won a $266982 Fast Play jackpot on October 29. "That's the only place she's never been," Mayton said. "And she deserves it, so I want to take her." Mayton, a mechanic for over 40 years, said he owes his big win in part to a lucky penny…

Winnings ・ 06 November 2023

Salisbury Post

Cleveland man enjoys $144,631 Cash 5 jackpot win

CLEVELAND - Edward Woods of Cleveland took a chance on a $1 Cash 5 ticket and won a $144631 jackpot. Woods bought his lucky Quick Pick ticket from Community Grocery & Hardware on Statesville Boulevard in Cleveland. His ticket matched all five numbers to win the jackpot in the Oct. 26 drawing. The odds of matching numbers on all five balls are 1 in…

Winnings ・ 05 November 2023

The Stanly News And Press

REGIONAL: Rowan County man enjoys $144,631 Cash 5 jackpot win

RALEIGH - Edward Woods of Cleveland took a chance on a $1 Cash 5 ticket and won a $144631 jackpot. Woods bought his lucky Quick Pick ticket from Community Grocery & Hardware on Statesville Boulevard in Cleveland. His ticket matched all five numbers to win the jackpot in the Oct. 26 drawing. The odds of matching numbers on all five balls are 1 in…

Winnings ・ 03 November 2023

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‘Still kind of in shock’: North Carolina man wins $236,439 jackpot after buying $10 ticket at convenience store

JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) - David Shafer, of Benson, won a $236439 Fast Play jackpot, according to an NC Education Lottery news release. "I always joked with people at stores that I want the ticket that will take me to Raleigh," Shafer said. "I'm still kind of in shock though." Players who win big lottery prizes like Shafer's jackpot win are…

Winnings ・ 31 October 2023

WNCT

Cleveland County mom started crying after $394,216 jackpot win

RALEIGH, N.C. - Kings Mountain resident Ashley Helms and her fiancé are preparing for the birth of their second child and a $394216 Cash 5 jackpot win came'at the perfect time.' "We are expecting our second baby in about three months," Helms said. "This will definitely help us prepare for that." Helms bought her lucky Quick Pick using Online Play.…

Winnings ・ 30 October 2023

CBS 17

NC Lottery: Benson man wins Fast Play jackpot on 50X The Cash ticket

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - David Shafer had often thought about winning it big. His day finally came Wednesday as he went to lottery headquarters to claim his prize after winning $236439 in a Fast Play jackpot. "I always joked with people at stores that I want the ticket that will take me to Raleigh," said the Benson resident. "I'm still kind of in…

Winnings ・ 26 October 2023

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Kings Mountain woman celebrates lottery win

Kings Mountain resident Ashley Helms and her fiancé are preparing for the birth of their second child and a $394216 Cash 5 jackpot win came'at the perfect time.' "We are expecting our second baby in about three months," Helms said. "This will definitely help us prepare for that." Helms bought her lucky Quick Pick using Online Play. Her ticket…

Lottery ・ 25 October 2023

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Cleveland County Mom Started Crying After $394,216 Jackpot Win

RALEIGH, N.C. (News Release) -Kings Mountain resident Ashley Helms and her fiancé are preparing for the birth of their second child and a $394216 Cash 5 jackpot win came'at the perfect time.' "We are expecting our second baby in about three months," Helms said. "This will definitely help us prepare for that." Helms bought her lucky Quick Pick using…

Winnings ・ 24 October 2023

CBS 17

NC Lottery: Tickets sold in Cary, Durham win Cash 5 jackpot

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - There were not one, not two, but three jackpot winners after Tuesday night's Carolina Cash 5 drawing, and a couple of those tickets were sold in the Triangle. According to the North Carolina Education Lottery, three tickets matched all five balls to win, sharing the $1.1 million jackpot. Each ticket won $394216 after the…

Winnings ・ 19 October 2023

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North Carolina Delays Commercial Casino Plans Amidst Strong Local Opposition

Despite strong discussions earlier in the year about the possibility of legalizing slot machines and table games within North Carolina's capital, Raleigh, it appears that commercial casinos won't be coming to the region anytime soon. Local governments and boards, however, have been encouraged to contribute their perspectives on this controversial…

Gambling Sites ・ 17 October 2023

Fox 8

Rockingham County man wins $185,000 Cash 5 jackpot; beats 1 in 962,598 odds

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) - Lottery luck struck for a Rockingham County man who turned a $1 Cash 5 ticket into a $185330 jackpot on Monday. Joshep Barker, of Madison, bought his winning ticket from the Xpress Mart on West Harrison Street in Reidsville. His Quick Pick ticket ultimately matched all five numbers, winning the $185330 jackpot. The…

Winnings ・ 07 October 2023

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Jackson man to buy house with $827,330 Fast Play winnings

Chad Lequire of Whittier said he plans to buy a home for his family after a $10 Fast Play ticket won him a $827330 jackpot. "I still can't believe it right now to be honest with you," Lequire said. He bought his lucky Big Bucks Bingo ticket early in the morning from PJ's Fast Food Mart on Asheville Highway in Sylva. "It was just part of my normal…

Winnings ・ 05 October 2023

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Jackson County man will buy a house with $827,330 Fast Play jackpot

RALEIGH, N.C. - Chad Lequire of Whittier said he plans to buy a home for his family after a $10 Fast Play ticket won him a $827330 jackpot on Wednesday. "I still can't believe it right now to be honest with you," Lequire said. He bought his lucky Big Bucks Bingo ticket on Sept. 27 from PJ's Fast Food Mart on Asheville Highway in Sylva. "It was just…

Winnings ・ 03 October 2023

WNCT

Powerball offers $785 million jackpot tonight, fourth largest in its history

by: Jonathan LaRowe, NC Education Lottery RALEIGH, N.C. - The Powerball jackpot just jumped into the top 5 in the game's history as it checks in at $785 million for Monday's drawing. A winner tonight could claim the prize as a $785 million annuity or $367 million in cash. Monday's $785 million jackpot stands at No. 4 on the list of largest…

Lottery ・ 26 September 2023

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NC Proposal Includes Ban on Lottery Launching Online Casino

The proposed budget bill defines "casino-style game" as any game traditionally offered in a casino, including slots, roulette, and poker. The bill does not make provisions for launching online casino gaming through private operators. Changes in how mobile sports betting licenses are issued could require operators to have agreements with…

Industry ・ 25 September 2023

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Sheriff’s Office makes arrests for illegal gambling operations

SILER CITY - Undercover operations by the Chatham County Sheriff's Office has resulted in nine arrests which include 36 felony and 39 misdemeanor charges. The operations focused on illegal gambling and gaming activities at various locations in Chatham County. Over several months, law enforcement targeted video gambling machines that were found to…

Incidents ・ 21 September 2023

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Illegal gambling found at 17 Chatham businesses, 9 owners charged

A Chatham County Sheriff's Office investigation found 17 businesses violated state laws related to illegal gambling. The investigation into 51 businesses spanned several months and involved undercover operations. The sheriff's office found 17 businesses in violation of state law, including possession of illegal gaming equipment, promotion of…

Law ・ 18 September 2023

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9 charged in illegal gambling, gaming investigation in Chatham County, sheriff says

PITTSBORO, N.C. (WNCN) - An investigation into illegal gambling and gaming activities in Chatham County led to 17 businesses being found in violation of state law, according to the sheriff's office. The sheriff's office launched an investigation into illegal gambling and gaming activities that happened at various locations across the county.…

Incidents ・ 18 September 2023

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Breakfast for Granville County man comes with $100,000 jackpot

RALEIGH, N.C. - Creedmoor resident Kendrick Woods stopped cooking breakfast Saturday morning to check his Cash 5 tickets and he uncovered a $100000 treat waiting for him. "Something just came into my mind saying, 'Check your Cash 5,'" Woods recalled. "I was in the middle of cooking some sausages." He pulled up the numbers from Friday's drawing and…

Winnings ・ 15 September 2023

CBS 17

Republicans try to resolve casino dispute holding up budget

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - Republican legislative leaders met Wednesday after it became clear this week that their disagreement over new gambling options is the key issue preventing lawmakers from voting on the state budget. House Speaker Tim Moore (R-Cleveland) said there aren't enough members willing to vote in favor of the budget if gaming is…

Politics ・ 14 September 2023

WNCT

For the third time this year, the Powerball jackpot hits half a billion dollars or more

RALEIGH, N.C. - The Powerball jackpot continues to grow as it now stands at $500 million for Saturday's drawing. The jackpot increased by over $35 million after nobody won the big prize in Wednesday's drawing. A winner on Saturday night could claim the jackpot as a $500 million annuity or $242.4 million in cash. The $500 million jackpot represents…

Lottery ・ 10 September 2023

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North Carolina casino legislation: Winners and losers

Much of the news emanating from North Carolina this last year revolved around online sports betting. But a recent draft casino bill circulating among legislators in the Tar Heel state has gained some support. The bill has the potential to disrupt fledgling casino developments in Virginia, especially Caesars Virginia in Danville. It also potentially…

Law ・ 31 August 2023

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North Carolina’s Lawmakers Might Not Discuss Online Casino’s Legalization This Session

Senator Jim Perry from North Carolina recently stated that the state budget cannot include online casino now. WRAL, a Raleigh-based news station, indicated that online gaming's proponents want it to be considered if the legislature decided to expand gambling in its session. Even so, lawmakers allowed parimutuel and online sports betting a few…

Law ・ 25 August 2023

WNCT

Wednesday’s Powerball jackpot climbs to $313 million

RALEIGH, N.C. - Here we go again. The Powerball jackpot continues to grow as it now stands at $313 million for Wednesday's drawing. A winner Wednesday night could claim the jackpot as a $313 million annuity or $150.2 million in cash. "While we are all rooting for a jackpot winner in North Carolina tonight, we still see lots of other great prizes…

Lottery ・ 24 August 2023

WNCT

Are online casinos coming to North Carolina too?

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - In a year that's already seen a significant expansion of legalized gambling in North Carolina, state lawmakers are being pitched on the idea of online casinos. It comes as Republican leaders in the legislature continue their discussion of a proposal to legalize four more physical casinos in locations across the state that…

Law ・ 22 August 2023

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North Carolina considers new casinos as money flows across Virginia border

North Carolina lawmakers are considering a plan to allow up to four new casinos in rural areas of the state. They see a recently opened casino in Danville, Virginia - a few miles north of the state line - as an example of how gambling could help economically challenged communities. Caesars opened a temporary casino in Danville in May in a giant…

Politics ・ 17 August 2023

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Shania Twain Is Returning to Las Vegas for 2024 Residency

Shania Twain is in a "celebratory mood," and when the Queen of Country Pop is gearing up to celebrate, you better believe that good things are on the way. She proved this on Tuesday, August 15th, by announcing that she'll be returning to Las Vegas in 2024 for another residency, this time at the Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort &…

Industry ・ 16 August 2023

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New Online Gambling Coming to North Carolina

The North Carolina Education Lottery Commission has voted to introduce digital instant games to the state later this year. These games, similar to digital scratch-off tickets, will be available online starting from November 15th. In addition to online instant games, North Carolina lawmakers have also approved online sports betting, which is…

Lottery ・ 16 August 2023

WRAL

Another gambling expansion in NC as lottery approves digital instant games

A new form of online gambling is coming to North Carolina later this year. The North Carolina Education Lottery Commission voted Tuesday evening to offer digital instant games online beginning by Nov. 15. The commission likened the games to digital scratch-off tickets. North Carolina lawmakers approved online sports betting earlier this year. That…

Lottery ・ 16 August 2023

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NC leaders could approve new casinos, video gambling machines

Top North Carolina lawmakers say proposals to authorize up to four new casinos in the state and to legalize video gambling machines are being discussed. RALEIGH, N.C. - As many as four new casinos as well as video gambling machines could be authorized in North Carolina under proposals now being discussed by legislators, the top General Assembly…

Law ・ 06 August 2023

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REGIONAL: Charlotte man celebrates $742,366 jackpot win

RALEIGH - Ehab Mayy of Charlotte tried his luck on a $1 Cash 5 ticket and won a $742366 jackpot. Mayy bought his Quick Pick ticket using Online Play. His numbers matched all five white balls in the July 7 drawing. He arrived at lottery headquarters Monday to collect his prize and, after required state and federal tax withholdings, took home…

Winnings ・ 01 August 2023

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Triad woman wins $1 million in Mega Millions jackpot

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Winnings ・ 28 July 2023

The Stanly News And Press

REGIONAL: Iredell County woman celebrates $1 million win

Lynne Lepley of Statesville wanted a piece of the Mega Millions jackpot as it climbed higher and higher last week, and ended up landing on a $1 million prize. "It's a thrill!" she exclaimed as she claimed her prize Thursday at lottery headquarters in Raleigh. Lepley bought her $2 Mega Millions ticket through Online Play for the July 21 drawing. Her…

Lottery ・ 28 July 2023

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Davidson County woman wins $122,136 Fast Play jackpot

RALEIGH, N.C. - Linda Canady of Lexington tried her luck on a $5 Fast Play ticket Friday afternoon and won a $122136 jackpot. Canady bought her lucky DOUBLE W!N ticket from Kelly's High Rock Grocery on N.C. 8 in Lexington. At the time of her purchase, the jackpot stood at $244272. Since she bought a $5 ticket, Canady received 50% of the progressive…

Winnings ・ 27 July 2023

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Rowan County woman cried after ‘life changing’ $723,755 jackpot win

RALEIGH, N.C. - Cynthia Neely of Gold Hill became emotional when her $10 Fast Play purchase turned into a $723755 jackpot. "I think I cried all the way home," she said. Neely bought her lucky Jackpot 7's ticket July 11 from the Kangaroo Express on East Main Street in Rockwell. When she checked her tickets, she initially thought someone else won the…

Winnings ・ 26 July 2023

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Woman wins $723,755 lottery jackpot in North Carolina

A lucky lady from North Carolina managed to change her life entirely by spending only $10 on a "Jackpot 7's" Fast Play card, which rewarded her with an impressive $723755 win on July 11. When Cynthia Neely discovered she had won the full North Carolina Lottery Fast Play jackpot, she was filled with happiness and excitement. "I think I cried all the…

Winnings ・ 26 July 2023

Salisbury Post

Gold Hill woman wins ‘life changing’ $723,755 jackpot

RALEIGH - Cynthia Neely of Gold Hill became emotional when her $10 Fast Play purchase turned into a $723755 jackpot. "I think I cried all the way home," she said. Neely bought her lucky Jackpot 7's ticket July 11 from the Kangaroo Express on East Main Street in Rockwell. When she checked her tickets, she initially thought someone else won the…

Winnings ・ 25 July 2023

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Haywood County woman collects $167,867 Fast Play win

RALEIGH, N.C. - Donna Henderson of Clyde tried her luck on a Fast Play ticket and won a $167867 jackpot. Henderson bought her lucky $2 CA$HMATCH ticket July 8 from Smokey Mountain Truck & Auto Center on Champion Drive in Canton. At the time of her purchase, the jackpot stood at $839335. Since she bought a $2 ticket, Henderson received 20% of the…

Winnings ・ 23 July 2023

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Lucky NC winners snag $1 million in Mega Millions drawing

RALEIGH, N.C. (WITN) - A great start to the weekend for players who bought two Mega Millions tickets in North Carolina worth $1 million each in Friday's drawing. One winner purchased their ticket at the Pikeville Mini Mart on South Goldsboro Street in Pikeville. The other winner purchased their ticket through Online Play. Both $2 tickets matched…

Lottery ・ 23 July 2023

ABC 11

Four new casinos, video gambling could be on horizon as North Carolina Republicans negotiate

RALEIGH, N.C. -- As many as four new casinos as well as video gambling machines could be authorized in North Carolina under proposals now being discussed by legislators, the top General Assembly leaders said on Thursday. House Speaker Tim Moore and Senate leader Phil Berger told reporters separately about the ideas, which they said have yet to…

Law ・ 22 July 2023

WECT

Draft casino bill calls for $1.5B investment, one company to run 3 sites

RALEIGH, N.C. (WRAL) - North Carolina would award a single business the right to develop three casinos across the state as part of a new $1.5 billion investment, according to a draft of proposed legislation obtained by WRAL News. Lawmakers haven't publicly released bill language, but they have discussed the broad strokes of the proposal. The draft…

Law ・ 21 July 2023

Greensboro News And Record

Casino bad idea for Rockingham County, residents say

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Residents here say they are worried about a move afoot in Raleigh to expand gaming in the rural county that comes at the same time an investor linked with casino development has requested commercial zoning of a large parcel of land along U.S. 220 near Madison in the Huntsville Township. N.C. Development Holdings Co., which has…

Law ・ 19 July 2023

Greensboro News And Record

Rockingham County residents upset by specter of casino development along US 220, launch petition; Berger: casinos could get greenlight by summer's end

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Residents here say they are worried about a move afoot in Raleigh to expand gaming in the rural county that comes at the same time an investor linked with casino development has requested commercial zoning of a large parcel of land along U.S. 220 near Madison in the Huntsville Township. N.C. Development Holdings Co., which has…

Law ・ 19 July 2023

CBS 17

Rockingham County NC land eyed by developer with casino ties

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - As North Carolina lawmakers consider whether to legalize more casinos in the state, a developer appears to already have their eyes set on a site in Rockingham County. A company called "NC Development Holdings" has asked to rezone almost 200 acres of land in Rockingham County on U.S. 220 from residential/agricultural to…

Law ・ 18 July 2023

The Stanly News And Press

REGIONAL: Charlotte man collects a $100,000 Powerball prize

RALEIGH - Fekri Soussi of Charlotte tried his luck on a $3 Power Play ticket and won a $100000 prize in Monday's Powerball drawing. Soussi bought his lucky Quick Pick ticket from Adams Mart on Elm Lane in Charlotte. He matched the numbers on four white balls and the red Powerball to win $50000. His prize doubled to $100000 when the 2X multiplier…

Lottery ・ 11 June 2023

Neuse News

Lenoir County woman began jumping and screaming after $216,817 jackpot win

RALEIGH - A major celebration broke out in a Kinston convenience store after Aurelia Heiple, a Kinston resident, discovered she was the winner of a $216817 Cash 5 jackpot. "I was screaming and jumping," Heiple laughed. "I didn't know I could move like that." She bought the $1 Quick Pick ticket in the May 19 drawing from Murphy Express on West…

Winnings ・ 02 June 2023

AP News

Effort to legalize video gambling machines in North Carolina resumes

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - Amid optimism that sports betting could soon be authorized in North Carolina, a separate renewed effort to legalize and regulate video gambling machines in the state began Tuesday with a House committee debating the measure. The legislation, which is largely identical to a 2021 bill that advanced then stalled, would provide…

Law ・ 24 May 2023

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Roanoke Rapids woman wins lottery jackpot

RALEIGH - Shirley Ross of Roanoke Rapids stopped at the Speedway by her house to get her usual morning coffee, sweetened her purchase with a Fast Play ticket, and won a $137093 jackpot. "I was so excited I didn't know how to act," she said in a press release from NC Education Lottery. "I just couldn't believe it." Ross, 40, bought her lucky $10 50X…

Winnings ・ 07 April 2023

Fox 8

Friday Mega Millions jackpot increases to $414 million

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - One lucky winner could take home $414 million in Friday's Mega Millions jackpot. A North Carolina winner could choose to take home the jackpot as an annuity or $221 million in cash. The last jackpot win happened in the Jan. 31 drawing when one ticket in Massachusetts took home the $31 million jackpot. That win was the fourth…

Lottery ・ 07 April 2023

The Stanly News And Press

STATE: Iredell County man ‘ecstatic’ over $214,420 jackpot win

RALEIGH - Joshua Roten of Statesville said his girlfriend could see the shock on his face after a Fast Play ticket revealed a $214420 jackpot. "She said I looked like I saw a ghost," Roten laughed. "I told her, 'I just hit the jackpot.' " Roten, a 31-year-old maintenance worker, bought his lucky $10 50X The Cash ticket Monday afternoon from Home…

Winnings ・ 02 April 2023

WRAL

Raleigh winner has 180 days to claim $1.8 million lottery jackpot

Someone has won the $1.8 million Carolina Cash 5 jackpot in the Thanksgiving Day drawing, becoming the third largest win in the history of the game. The lucky winner purchased a $1 Carolina Cash 5 ticket in Raleigh through the lottery's Online Play program. To win the $1860192 jackpot, the ticket had to match all five of the numbers. The odds of…

Winnings ・ 02 April 2023

The Stanly News And Press

REGIONAL: Union County woman celebrates $1 million Mega Millions win

RALEIGH - Anna Papp of Monroe took a chance on a $2 Mega Millions ticket in Tuesday's drawing and won a $1 million prize. Papp bought her lucky Quick Pick ticket from the Food Lion on Idlewild Road in Indian Trail. She matched numbers on all five white balls in the drawing. Papp became one of three players across the country to win $1 million in…

Lottery ・ 16 March 2023

Carolina Coast Online

Smyrna player becomes instant millionaire with largest Fast Play jackpot win in history

SMYRNA - A lucky player in Carteret County hit the jackpot Saturday with a Fast Play lottery ticket worth $1120665. The winner purchased the $20100X The Cash ticket from Handy House No. 2 on U.S. 70 in Smyrna, according to the N.C. Education Lottery website. The person, who has yet to be identified, has 180 days to claim the prize at lottery…

Winnings ・ 14 March 2023

WITN

Greenville man wins $504,104 Cash 5 jackpot

RALEIGH, N.C. (WITN) - A Greenville man won a $504104 jackpot playing the North Carolina lottery. Kim Cantu said he didn't realize how big the payout was when he tried to collect his winnings at the store. The former store manager went home and discovered online that it was just over a half million dollars. "I was actually shocked when I saw the…

Winnings ・ 09 March 2023

Smoky Mountain News

What are the odds of a casino in Asheville? State considers expanding legalized gambling

North Carolina can support as many as nine Las Vegas-style casinos with gambling throughout the state, including one in the Asheville area, according to a report commissioned by the General Assembly. The new casinos would be in addition to the three already operating on tribal lands, an independent consultant, Spectrum Gaming Group, told lawmakers…

Law ・ 12 February 2023

The Stanly News And Press

REGIONAL: Cabarrus County man wins $100,000 Powerball prize

RALEIGH - Michael Kindley from Concord tried his luck on a $3 Powerball ticket and won a $100000 prize in the Jan. 14 drawing. Kindley bought his lucky Quick Pick ticket using Online Play through the lottery's website. He matched the numbers on four white balls and the red Powerball to win $50000. The prize doubled to $100000 when the 2X Power Play…

Lottery ・ 31 January 2023

CBS 17

Powerball jackpot 9th largest in history at $613 million

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - "Players really start to dream big when the Powerball jackpot hits the top 10," said Mark Michalko, executive director of the N.C. Education Lottery on Monday. His words come as the Powerball jackpot rises to $613 million, which just crossed a milestone as the ninth largest in Powerball history. The amount will be up for…

Lottery ・ 30 January 2023

FOX Carolina

Powerball jackpot breaks into top 10 list at $613 million

RALEIGH, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Powerball jackpot just crossed a major milestone as Monday's drawing offers a $613 million jackpot, the ninth largest in Powerball history. A winner on Monday could claim the jackpot as a $613 million annuity or $329 million in cash. The Lottery said the Powerball run has produced lots of other wins for players…

Lottery ・ 30 January 2023

The Stanly News And Press

REGIONAL: Cabarrus County man ‘happily shocked’ after $182,073 jackpot win

RALEIGH - Cedric Bass of Kannapolis said he couldn't believe it when his $1 Cash 5 ticket produced a $182073 jackpot in Friday's drawing. "I was happily shocked," he said. Bass purchased his lucky ticket from the Han-Dee Hugo's on North Cannon Boulevard in Kannapolis. He matched all five white balls in the drawing to win the jackpot. Another lucky…

Winnings ・ 11 January 2023

WXII 12

North Carolina lottery Mega Millions $940M jackpot up for grabs

MILLION. AND IF THAT'S NOT ENOUGH TO GET YOU TO BUY A TICKET, MAYBE THIS WILL MEGA MILLIONS. THE NEXT DRAWING ON FRIDAY WILL The fourth-largest jackpot in Mega Millions game history will be drawn Friday night.Currently, the jackpot is at $940 million, making it the sixth-largest jackpot in U.S. history. A North Carolina winner would have the choice…

Lottery ・ 05 January 2023

WXII 12

NC Mega Millions jackpot soars to $640 million

AFTER TAXES AND THE END OF 2022 COULD BE A VERY LUCKY MOMENT FOR ANOTHER TRIED RESIDENT. NO ONE HAS WON THE MEGA MILLIONS JACKPOT YET. NEXT DRAWING IS FRIDAY AND IT'S WORTH ABOUT $640 MILLION. IF SOMEONE WINS THIS, THEY COULD WALK AWAY WITH PRIZE A $330 MILLION AT THE SAME TIME. NO ONE HAS WON LAST NIGHT'S POWERBALL DRAWING. THE CURRENT JACKPOT NOW…

Lottery ・ 30 December 2022

Greenboro Local News

Winner in Thanksgiving Day Cash 5 drawing wins millions

RALEIGH, N.C. - Someone who bought a $1 Carolina Cash 5 ticket in Raleigh won a $1.8 million jackpot in the Thanksgiving Day drawing. The lucky winner bought the ticket through the lottery's Online Play program. The winner became the third largest in the history of the game. In order to win the $1860192 jackpot, the ticket matched the numbers on…

History ・ 20 December 2022

WXII 12

NC Lottery's Mega Millions jackpot rises to $379 million

Mega Millions jackpot rises to $379 million THIS IS BREAKING NEWS. AND WE ARE FOLLOWING BREAKING NEWS OUT OF MOORE COUNTY THIS AFTERNOON. DUKE ENERGY NOW SAYS THAT THAT SUBSTATION EQUIPMENT THAT WAS DAMAGED OVER THE WEEKEND IS REPAIRED. DUKE ENERGY SAYS THAT IT DOES EXPECT THAT POWER TO BE FULLY RESTORED BY THIS EVENING. IF YOU REMEMBER, POWER WAS…

Lottery ・ 08 December 2022

FOX Carolina

Mega Millions jackpot reaches $379 mil

RALEIGH, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Mega Millions jackpot continues to climb as it stand at $379 million for Friday night's drawing. The winner will have a choice of taking home the $379 million as an annuity or $202.6 million in cash. "What a tremendous moment that would be to win a jackpot like that," said Mark Michalko, executive director of the…

Lottery ・ 08 December 2022

Insurance Newsnet

Mega Millions jackpot reaches $333 million

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - The Mega Millions jackpot has reached $333 million - and someone could win big on Friday night's drawing. A North Carolina winner would have the choice to take home $333 million as an annuity or $172.3 million in cash. "It's been a great run for jackpots this year and Mega Millions is adding one more to that list," said Mark…

Lottery ・ 02 December 2022

The Stanly News And Press

REGIONAL: Gaston County woman wins $310,492 jackpot

RALEIGH - Deborah Pietrucha of Mount Holly tried her luck on a $1 Cash 5 ticket and won a $310492 jackpot. Pietrucha purchased her lucky ticket for the Oct. 29 drawing using Online Play on the lottery's website. She arrived at lottery headquarters Monday to collect her prize and, after required state and federal tax withholdings, took home…

Winnings ・ 01 December 2022

WECT

Raleigh man ‘very grateful’ for $1.8 million lottery win with ticket bought on Thanksgiving

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - A Raleigh man made a quick online purchase of a lottery ticket just before sitting down for his family Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday. That $1 ticket turned into $1860203 for Matthew Huber, who learned Friday morning about his big win. Huber told lottery officials he was "very grateful" and "very thankful" for the win. Huber…

Winnings ・ 01 December 2022

WCCB Charlotte

Thanksgiving Lottery Winner To Claim $1.8 Million Jackpot

RALEIGH, N.C. (Release) - Someone who bought a $1 Carolina Cash 5 ticket in Raleigh won a $1.8 million jackpot in the Thanksgiving Day drawing. The lucky winner purchased the ticket through the lottery's Online Play program, either on the lottery's website or on the NC Lottery Official Mobile App. The win became the third largest in the history of…

Winnings ・ 25 November 2022

WXII 12

Lucky person wins $1.8M jackpot after buying a $1 lottery ticket

Lucky person wins $1.8M jackpot on Thanksgiving day drawing COMING UP. THANKS, JACLYN. NOW, WHILE MANY PEOPLE TODAY AS THE OFFICIAL KICKOFF TO HOLIDAY SEASON TYPICALLY BLACK FRIDAY DISCOUNTS STARTED MONTHS AGO. CALEB NORWOOD IS IN OUR WASHINGTON BUREAU WITH HOW THE EXPANDING SALES ARE IMPACTING YOUR WALLET. NOW CAMPING OUT THANKSGIVING NIGHT, A MAD…

Winnings ・ 25 November 2022

CBS 17

Gaston County woman wins $310K lottery jackpot

RALEIGH, N.C. (WJZY) - A Mount Holly woman netted more than $310000 after paying $1 for a lottery ticket last month, according to the North Carolina Education Lottery. Officials said Deborah Pietrucha bought her winning Cash 5 ticket on October 29 using Online Play on the lottery's website. She won a jackpot of $310429. Pietrucha went to the…

Winnings ・ 09 November 2022

Yes Weekly

Greensboro woman wins $131,379 jackpot in new Fast Play game

RALEIGH - Keshia Borland of Greensboro tried her luck on a $5 Fast Play ticket and won a $131379 jackpot. Borland became the first jackpot winner in the new DOUBLE W!N Fast Play game, which debuted on Sunday. Borland bought the lucky ticket on Wednesday at the Food Lion on Lawndale Drive in Greensboro. She claimed her prize Wednesday at lottery…

Winnings ・ 22 October 2022

WCCB Charlotte

Powerball And Mega Millions Jackpot Total Over $700 Million

RALEIGH, NC (News Release) - The Mega Millions jackpot has a slight lead over Powerball as the two games now feature jackpots worth more than $700 million combined. Monday's Powerball jackpot stands at a $336 million annuity that is worth $176.7 million in cash while Tuesday's Mega Millions jackpot offers a $380 million annuity that is worth $198.4…

Winnings ・ 03 October 2022

Insurance Newsnet

Powerball, Mega Millions total almost half a billion

RALEIGH, N.C. -- For the second time this year, Powerball and Mega Millions are in a race to see which game can offer the biggest jackpot with almost half a billion dollars up for grabs in weekend drawings. The race gives North Carolinians who enjoy playing for jackpots two chances to win big. Together, the two jackpots add up to $481 million. The…

Lottery ・ 19 September 2022

CBS 17

Raeford man turns $20 scratch-off lottery ticket into $508,000 jackpot

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) - A Raeford man who bought a $20 lottery ticket is now more than half a million dollars richer. North Carolina Education Lottery officials on Wednesday identified Jeremy Sowells as the latest big winner of a Fast Play jackpot. Sowells won $508513 on the 100X The Cash scratch-off ticket he bought over the weekend at Muncheez…

Scratch Games ・ 07 September 2022

Greenboro Local News

Winston-Salem man wins Cash 5 prize

Cash 5 tickets are $1 and drawings are held every night. Tuesday's jackpot is $146000. RALEIGH, N.C. - Rolf Ozamiz took a chance on a $1 Cash 5 ticket and collected $322865 jackpot in the March 3 drawing, according to the NC Education Lottery. Winners have 180 days to claim their prize before it expires. Ozamiz claimed his ticket's expiration…

Winnings ・ 31 August 2022

Yes Weekly

Winston-Salem man collects $322,865 Cash 5 jackpot

RALEIGH - Rolf Ozamiz of Winston-Salem took a chance on a $1 Cash 5 ticket and won the $322865 jackpot in the March 3 drawing. Ozamiz claimed his prize two days before his ticket's expiration date. Winners have 180 days to claim their prize before it expires. Ozamiz bought his lucky Quick Pick ticket from the Speedway on Yadkinville Road in…

Winnings ・ 30 August 2022

Smoky Mountain News

Tribe, Caesars break ground on $650 million Virginia casino project

The tribe, through EBCI Holdings LLC, will have a 49.5% stake in the project, as will Caesars. A business owner from the City of Danville will hold the remaining 1%, Sneed said. Once complete, Caesars Virginia will include a 500-room hotel and a gaming floor with more than 1300 slots, 85 live table games, 24 electronic table games, a World Series…

Sports ・ 25 August 2022

Greenboro Local News

Two NC residents win major prizes from Monday Powerball drawings

Two NC residents won major prizes in Monday's drawings. RALEIGH, N.C. - A Clay County resident bought a Powerball ticket from a grocery store for Monday's drawing and won a $1 million prize, the largest prize won nationally in the drawing. The lucky winner bought the ticket at the Ingles on U.S. 64 East in Hayesville. The odds of matching numbers…

Lottery ・ 16 August 2022

Winston-Salem Journal

Winston-Salem man wins $110,000 lottery jackpot on $1 ticket

A Winston-Salem man won the $110000 Cash 5 jackpot on a $1 ticket in the July 28 drawing, state officials said. Eric Newton of Winston-Salem bought a Quick Pick ticket on the lottery's website. He arrived at lottery headquarters in Raleigh on Friday to claim his prize. After tax withholding, Newton walked away with $78111. Cash 5 is one of four…

Winnings ・ 15 August 2022

The Stanly News And Press

REGIONAL: Mecklenburg County woman wins $1 million playing Mega Millions

RALEIGH - Marjorie Robert of Huntersville tried her luck in the July 29 Mega Millions drawing and won a $1 million prize. Robert bought her lucky $2 Mega Millions ticket from the Shop N Save on Mecklenburg Highway in Mooresville. She matched all five white balls to win the $1 million prize. The odds of matching all five white balls are 1 in 12.6…

Winnings ・ 11 August 2022