Washtenaw County Woman Wins $150,000 Powerball Prize
A woman from Washtenaw County, Michigan, recently won a $150,000 Powerball prize. The lucky winner, Amy Ramsey from Dexter, matched four white balls and the Powerball (04-35-41-44-58, PB: 25) in the April 20 drawing. Initially, this win would have netted her $50,000, but thanks to the Power Play option, her prize was tripled to $150,000. Ramsey purchased her winning ticket online at MichiganLottery.com. Dexter is located about nine miles northwest of Ann Arbor. Ramsey discovered her win through a prize notification email from the Lottery the morning after purchasing her ticket. She expressed feeling extremely blessed upon seeing $150,000 pending in her account. Ramsey visited Lottery headquarters recently to claim her prize and plans to use her winnings to help others.
$1 Million Mega Millions Winner in Davison
A Mega Millions player in Michigan won a $1 million prize for the drawing on May 17, 2024. The winning ticket was sold at the Kroger store located at 700 N. State Rd, in Davison, Michigan. The player matched all five white numbers (8, 17, 40, 60, 70) but missed the Mega Ball number (3), which would have won them the $393 million grand prize. The winner has one year from the drawing date to claim their prize and must do so in person at Lottery headquarters in Lansing. The winner is encouraged to contact the Michigan Lottery Player Relations division at 1-844-917-6325 to schedule an appointment to collect their winnings. For more information on Michigan Lottery games and updates, players can visit the official Michigan Lottery site.
Lucky For Life: Sterling Heights Woman Wins $25,000 a Year for Life
A woman from Sterling Heights won $25,000 a year for life from the Michigan Lottery by playing Lucky For Life. Helen Davlantes, 58, matched the five white balls drawn on May 16: 12-19-34-39-45. She purchased her winning ticket at the Shell gas station located at 11541 East 15 Mile Road in Sterling Heights. Helen and her husband occasionally play different lottery games but decided to buy a Lucky For Life ticket this time. Upon returning home from walking her dog, Helen’s husband informed her that they might have won big. After verifying the numbers, Helen experienced a mix of emotions ranging from excitement to disbelief. She called the Lottery the next day and was officially congratulated on winning $25,000 a year for life. Helen visited Lottery headquarters recently to claim her prize and chose annuity payments of $25,000 a year for 20 years or life, whichever is greater, instead of a one-time lump sum payment of $390,000. She plans to save her winnings for retirement.
Historic $7.19 Million Lotto 47 Jackpot
A Michigan Lottery player made history by winning the largest online jackpot ever. The winner secured a $7.19 million Lotto 47 jackpot with an online ticket purchase. The winning numbers were 22, 24, 26, 40, 41, and 44. The previous record for an online jackpot was $5.75 million set in 2021. Suzanna Shkreli, the Lottery Commissioner, congratulated the lucky player and highlighted the benefits of the lottery’s online game portfolio which supports public schools and promotes responsible play. The winner should contact the Lottery’s Player Relations division at (844)917-6325 to claim their prize. Lotto 47 costs $1 to play with a progressive jackpot starting at $1 million. Drawings occur on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7:29 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at retailers or online until 7:08 p.m. on drawing days.
Additional Notable Winners
Michigan has seen several other notable lottery winners recently. For instance, a Waterford lottery club split a Fantasy 5 jackpot, and a Milford-based lottery club won a $1 million Mega Millions prize. A Flushing man is planning a vacation after winning a $390,000 lottery prize, and a Jackson woman bought a $1 million winning Mega Millions ticket during a car wash stop. Additionally, an Ingham County man won a $2 million jackpot from his bi-weekly lottery purchase.
How to Play and Win
Powerball tickets can be purchased for $2 each at lottery retailers across Michigan and online at MichiganLottery. The “Power Play” option multiplies non-jackpot prizes by up to 10 times for an additional $1 per play, with a maximum of $2 million. An additional “Double Play” option can be added for another $1 per play, giving players a second chance to win up to $10 million in nightly Double Play drawings. Powerball drawings take place at 10:59 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday and can be watched live online at http://www.powerball. Powerball tickets are sold in 45 states, Washington D.C., U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico.
Claiming Your Prize
Winners have one year from the drawing date to claim their prize and must do so in person at Lottery headquarters in Lansing. Winners are encouraged to contact the Michigan Lottery Player Relations division at 1-844-917-6325 to schedule an appointment to collect their winnings. For more information on Michigan Lottery games and updates, players can visit the official Michigan Lottery site.
Responsible Play and Community Impact
The Michigan Lottery not only provides exciting opportunities for players to win big but also supports public schools and promotes responsible play. The lottery’s online game portfolio has been beneficial in generating funds for educational purposes. Players are advised to check their tickets immediately as unclaimed prizes will be redirected; for instance, a $1 million Mega Millions prize sold in Southfield in 2023 went unclaimed and was allocated to the state’s School Aid Fund.
Assistance for Gambling Problems
For those with gambling problems in Michigan, assistance is available by calling 1-800-GAMBLER or visiting https://www.michigan.gov/mgcb. Users of the Michigan Lottery site consent to data collection practices as outlined in its User Agreement and Privacy Policy.
In conclusion, Michigan has seen a series of exciting lottery wins recently, with players from various parts of the state claiming significant prizes. From Powerball and Mega Millions to Lucky For Life and Lotto 47, the opportunities to win big are plentiful. Whether you play online or at a retailer, remember to play responsibly and check your tickets promptly.
