The Texas Lottery Announced Another East Texas Millionaire Recently Just Months After Someone Else Won Big!

For many, the dream of striking it rich in the lottery is a tantalizing possibility, and for some lucky individuals in Texas, that dream becomes a reality through the Texas Lottery.

Winning big bucks in a scratch-off game is a life-altering event that comes with its own set of thrills and responsibilities. The excitement of scratching off that winning ticket to reveal a million-dollar prize is unmatched.

According to a press release from the Texas Lottery, this was the first of four top prizes worth $2 million to be claimed in this game. Ultimate Riches offers more than $136.1 million in total prizes. Overall odds of winning a prize of $50 or more in the game are one in 4.31.

The winner chose to remain anonymous which is the smart thing to do if you ask me.

So far in 2024, there have been several new millionaires declared thanks to scratch-off tickets here in East Texas!

The Texas Lottery scratch ticket game $1,000,000 Crossword, a $20 game, was the game with the winning ticket in Longview this summer. This was the fourth of four top prizes worth $1 million to be claimed in this game. $1,000,000 Crossword offers more than $152.4 million in total prizes.

The ticket was purchased at CEFCO #1117, located at 3100 E. End Blvd N., in Marshall. The claimant elected to remain anonymous.

According to the Texas Lottery, A Longview resident claimed a top prize winning ticket in the Texas Lottery scratch ticket game 500X Loteria Spectacular back in January.

The Prize: $3 MILLION DOLLARS! This was the third of four top prizes worth $3 million to be claimed in this game.

The winning ticket was sold at 2300 Gilmer Road, in Longview.

Financial experts often advise winners to take time to plan and consult professionals who can help manage the newfound wealth. This includes speaking to a financial advisor, accountant, and lawyer to navigate the tax implications and create a long-term financial strategy.