Big Win for Dare County Man in the Lottery!
KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC – It’s a lucky day for Todd Cummings, a resident of Dare County, as he recently struck gold in the North Carolina Education Lottery! This local man decided to take a chance on a $5 scratch-off ticket and hit the jackpot. He won the very first top prize of $200,000 in the newly launched Diamond 10X game! Talk about a holiday surprise!
Where It All Happened
Cummings purchased his winning Diamond 10X ticket from the Stop Quik convenience store located on South Croatan Highway in Nags Head. This lucky little store is now famous among locals as the spot where fortune smiled brightly on one of their own!
A Visit to Lottery Headquarters
After discovering his life-changing win, Todd made his way to the lottery headquarters on Tuesday to claim his prize. But, of course, there was a little business to take care of first: after all the necessary federal and state tax withholdings, Cummings walked away with a cool $143,001. That will definitely make for some happy holidays!
What’s the Deal with Diamond 10X?
The Diamond 10X game just made its debut this month and is generating quite a buzz. There are a total of four top prizes of $200,000 available, and guess what? Three more of those top prizes are still waiting to be claimed! So if you fancy your luck, you might want to hop over to your local retailer and give it a shot.
Playing Smart This Holiday Season
In a festive note, the North Carolina Education Lottery also wants to remind everyone that their “Play Smart, Gift Smart” campaign is in full swing. This yearly campaign emphasizes the importance of being mindful when it comes to gifting lottery scratch-offs. It’s exclusively for adults, folks! The campaign aims to raise awareness about the risks associated with youth gambling, especially during the holiday season.
As part of this year’s initiative, North Carolinians are encouraged to donate school supplies at lottery claim centers. Not only does this help support a good cause, but you might also score a chance to win some prizes in the process! It’s a win-win! Want to know more about it? Be sure to check out the NCEL Play Smart website for all the details.
More Exciting News!
No doubt, the excitement over Todd Cummings’ big win will inspire many to try their luck as the festive season rolls in. Who knows? You could be the next one sharing your winning story! Also, keep an ear out for more local news, sports events, and ongoing competitions happening around the Outer Banks, including matchups in the NHL and college basketball schedules that have everyone buzzing!
With only a few weeks left until the new year, it’s a great time to embrace good fortune and the spirit of giving. Whether you’re hitting the stores for last-minute gifts or trying out your lucky scratch-offs, let’s keep the holiday cheer rolling!
From our hometown to yours, happy holidays, and may your days be filled with excitement and little wins!
Author: STAFF HERE OUTER BANKS WRITER
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