North Carolina man wins $1 million lottery prize after buying $30 scratch-off
WGHP-TV (Greensboro, NC)
HALIFAX COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) -- Richard Todd, of Roanoke Rapids, bought a $30 scratch-off and won a $1 million prize, according to an NC Education Lottery news release.
Todd bought his winning Millionaire Maker ticket from the Speed Mart on East 10th Street in Roanoke Rapids.
When Todd arrived at the lottery headquarters Friday, he had a decision to make.
He could choose to receive his prize as an annuity of $50,000 over 20 years or a lump sum of $600,000. He chose the lump-sum amount of $600,000.
After required state and federal tax withholdings, he took home $427,509.
Where can I get the latest lottery numbers?
Watch lottery drawings on FOX8! Mega Millions airs at 11 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday. Powerball airs at 10:59 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. The NC Lottery airs at 11:22 p.m. every night.
You can also find the lottery results online on the FOX8 website.
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