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North Carolina is buzzing with excitement after a lucky resident snagged a $1 million prize in Tuesday's Mega Millions drawing. This winning ticket, purchased online for just $2 in Fayetteville, matched all five white balls.
But that wasn’t the only big win in North Carolina.
Three other North Carolina players also won, each walking away with $10,000 prizes. These lucky tickets, also $2 each, matched four white balls and the coveted Mega Ball. They hailed from Raleigh (Han-Dee Hugo's on Buffaloe Road), Asheville (online play), and Granite Falls (Smoker Friendly on Pinewood Plaza Drive). Remember, winners have 180 days to claim their prizes, so don't delay.
Your shot at Mega Millions winnings
Feeling inspired? Mega Millions offers life-changing jackpots and nine ways to win. Imagine turning a simple $2 ticket into a massive payday.
The game itself is straightforward. Pick five white balls from 1 to 70 and a single yellow Mega Ball from 1 to 25. Feeling indecisive? No problem! Mark "Easy Pick" for randomly generated numbers.
For an extra dollar per play, add the Megaplier to your ticket. This option can multiply most non-jackpot prizes up to five times. That's a serious game-changer for just an extra dollar.
Mega Millions drawings happen twice a week, every Tuesday and Friday. That means you have two chances every week to become a Mega Millions millionaire.
Where to play? We got you covered
Playing Mega Millions is easy and convenient. Pick up a ticket at any lottery retailer in North Carolina. Feeling tech-savvy? Play online at the official lottery website. You can also download the North Carolina Lottery official mobile app and play from the comfort of your couch. While the odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 302 million, there are still nine ways to win prizes in Mega Millions.
The North Carolina Lottery: More than just games
The North Carolina Lottery is committed to responsible operation with the highest integrity and security. Their primary mission is to maximize profits for educational programs across the state. They hold core values of integrity, respect, honesty, and trust. Their vision is to be an industry leader in education funding while offering exciting and innovative games for players.
Every ticket makes a difference
The North Carolina Lottery isn't just about fun and games; it's about giving back to the community. Each lottery ticket, whether it wins a prize or not, contributes to a worthy cause. Ninety-six cents of every dollar spent on a lottery ticket goes back to the state. This translates to prizes, commissions for retailers, and most importantly, funding for educational programs.
Enjoy the North Carolina Lottery and please play responsibly.
