WILSON, N.C. (WGHP) — Janet Johnson, of Wilson, bought a $25 scratch-off ticket and won a $1 million top prize, according to an NC Education Lottery news release.
Johnson bought her winning Extreme Cash ticket from the 7-Eleven on Airport Boulevard West in Wilson.
When Johnson arrived at lottery headquarters Thursday, she had a decision to make.
She could choose to receive the prize as an annuity of $50,000 over 20 years or a lump sum of $600,000.
She chose the lump sum of $600,000.
After required state and federal tax withholdings, she took home $429,007.
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.
Source: Fox 8 News Channel
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