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LANSING, MI -- A Livingston County woman is looking forward to a "fresh start" after winning the top prize of $300,000 in the Michigan Lottery's Wild Time Rocks instant game.
The 27-year-old player, who chose to remain anonymous, bought her winning ticket at the Fowlerville Sunoco, located at 928 South Grand Street in Fowlerville.
She called the amount of money "mind blowing" stating that she is thankful for the "fresh start this gives me." The player had planned to purchase one instant ticket but upon finding a $10 bill in her wallet, bought two. It was the second ticket that was the big winner.
"Everyone I told thought I was teasing them," said the player. "My cousin told me she wouldn't believe me unless I sent her a picture of the ticket. When I sent her a text with the picture, I accidentally replied to a group text and sent it to about five other people. Luckily, they were all close friends and family."
The player visited Lottery headquarters today to claim the big prize. With her winnings, the player plans to pay off her debt, buy a newer car, finish her nursing degree, and invest in a retirement account.
Players have won more than $8.8 million playing Wild Time Rocks, which launched in September. Each $5 ticket offers players a chance to win prizes ranging from $5 up to $300,000. More than $13.7 million in prizes remain, including two $300,000 prizes, and 30 $2,000 prizes.
More info at www.michiganlottery.com.
Todd Chance is the West Michigan Entertainment Concierge for MLive/Grand Rapids Press. He also covers Michigan State Lottery and Dining, including the Cheap Eats column. Email him at tchance@mlive.com or follow him on Facebook , Twitter, Google Plus