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$1 million lottery ticket winner sold in Ohio

OHIO — A Canton couple has struck it big, winning the $1 million top prize on the Ohio Lottery’s VIP Millions scratch-off ticket.

Solomon and Nicole purchased their winning ticket at R & J Marathon, located at 2201 9th St SW in Canton.

They chose the cash option, which amounts to $500,000.

After mandatory federal and state taxes totaling 28 percent, they will take home approximately $360,000.

VIP Millions is a $50 scratch-off game offering a top prize of $40,000 a year for 25 years. As of January 23, 48 top prizes remain in the game.

The Ohio Lottery has contributed more than $33 billion to education since 1974. More information about the lottery and its impact on education can be found at www.ohiolottery.com/supportingeducation.

Ohio Statewide Staff

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