New Bern, September 10, 2025
News Summary
Christopher Hicks, a local resident, has claimed a $100,000 prize after purchasing a winning $20 scratch-off ticket from the North Carolina Education Lottery. Hicks bought the ticket at Fairfield Fuel Market in New Bern and received a total payout of $71,756 after tax withholdings. This announcement highlights a recent wave of lottery success in the area, including another winner who claimed the largest digital instant jackpot in North Carolina lottery history at $6.7 million. The excitement surrounding these wins encourages responsible gaming among local players.
New Bern – A local resident, Christopher Hicks, has claimed a $100,000 prize after purchasing a winning $20 scratch-off ticket from the North Carolina Education Lottery. Hicks bought his ticket, which was a $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe, at Fairfield Fuel Market on Broad Creek Road in New Bern. He visited lottery headquarters this past Monday to formally claim his winnings.
After standard state and federal tax withholdings, Hicks received a total payout of $71,756 from his winnings. The announcement of this significant win was made on September 9, 2025, providing excitement and hope for local lottery players.
In addition to Hicks’ win, New Bern has recently witnessed a remarkable streak of lottery success. Another winner from the area claimed the largest digital instant jackpot in North Carolina lottery history, which amounted to a staggering $6.7 million. This ticket, purchased for just $2, was part of the Monopoly game series, showcasing the potential for life-changing prizes available to players.
The odds of winning big on the Grand Fortune jackpot are calculated at 1 in 25,000,000, highlighting the rare opportunity that each ticket offers. This recent digital instant win marks the largest since the games were introduced in November 2023. The jackpot resets at $150,000 and continues to grow, offering an intriguing chance for potential players and generating buzz within the community.
Lottery draws for various games are a regular feature of the North Carolina Lottery, with Mega Millions conducted at 11 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays, and Powerball draws occurring at 10:59 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. The nightly NC Lottery draws take place at 11:22 p.m.. Players looking for results can find them on the official lottery website or through various broadcast channels.
As lottery excitement continues in New Bern, it is essential to acknowledge the importance of responsible gaming. A recent reminder has been issued about seeking help for gambling addiction. The national gambling hotline is available at 1-800-522-4700, and individuals can also visit the National Council on Problem Gambling website for resources and support.
With the thrill of winning comes the reality of responsible play, and as more residents engage with lottery games, understanding the balance between fun and risk becomes increasingly vital.
The recent wins in New Bern serve as a reminder of the potential rewards that lottery games can offer, while highlighting the need to approach gaming with caution and awareness. As players purchase their tickets and await the next draw, stories like Hicks’ and the recent digital instant jackpot winner inspire hope and excitement within the community.
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