Willow Spring, North Carolina, September 20, 2025
News Summary
Jeremy Wilson, a 20-year-old from Willow Spring, struck it rich with a $10 million prize from a scratch-off ticket. He purchased the ticket at North River Tobacco Barn, where he discovered he had won the top prize. Wilson plans to take his mother on a special birthday trip and save a portion of his winnings for future investments, opting for a lump sum payment of $6 million after taxes. This win marks the third $10 million prize awarded in North Carolina this year.
Willow Spring, North Carolina – A significant win for local resident Jeremy Wilson, 20, who struck it rich with a $10 million prize from a North Carolina Education Lottery scratch-off ticket. The lottery prize announcement was made on Friday, making headlines across the state. This monumental win reportedly took place at the North River Tobacco Barn, located on Caratoke Highway in Jarvisburg, where Wilson purchased a $50 scratch-off ticket, specifically the $10 Million Spectacular game.
Upon scratching off the ticket in the store, Wilson discovered he had won the top prize, a moment he described as a “crazy feeling.” This overwhelming excitement led him to immediately share the news with his mother, who initially thought it was a prank. This incident highlights both the thrill of winning and the disbelief often associated with such life-changing announcements.
In the aftermath of his win, Wilson has expressed a desire to take his mother on a special trip for her birthday. He also plans to save a significant portion of his winnings for future investments. This win enabled him to collect his prize the following Thursday, where he opted for a lump sum payment of $6 million. Rather than the alternative annuity option, which provides $500,000 per year for 20 years, Wilson’s choice allowed him to take home $4,305,014 after state and federal taxes were deducted.
This lottery win marks the third instance of a $10 million prize awarded in North Carolina this year, showing a fortunate streak for lottery players across the state. The $10 Million Spectacular game debuted in December 2023, and it includes a total of five top prizes of $10 million, 20 prizes of $1 million, and 20 prizes valued at $100,000. Wilson’s win not only brings him personal fortune but also underscores the game’s popularity among residents.
With Wilson winning the last available $10 million top prize, the North Carolina Education Lottery is in the process of ending this specific game, a common procedure that often follows the awarding of top prizes. This practice reassures players about the game’s integrity and ensures that all prizes are fairly awarded, maintaining the appeal of future lottery games.
The excitement surrounding Jeremy Wilson’s victory serves as a reminder of the transformative potential of lottery wins. While not every player can anticipate such good fortune, stories like Wilson’s inspire hope among lottery participants. As he embarks on his new journey with his substantial winnings, Jeremy Wilson’s experience will likely spark further engagement with the North Carolina Education Lottery, as more players dream of hitting the jackpot just like he did.
This remarkable event reiterates the influence of chance and fortune in the lives of individuals, with promising returns not only for winners but also for the ongoing funding toward education in North Carolina through lottery revenues.
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Additional Resources
- WRAL: Willow Spring Man Wins $10 Million NC Lottery Scratch-Off
- News Observer: Willow Spring Man Wins $10 Million
- ABC11: Johnston County Woman Snags $250,000 Second Chance Lottery Win
- Google Search: North Carolina Lottery news
- UPI: North Carolina Education Lottery Second Win
- Encyclopedia Britannica: North Carolina Education Lottery
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