OHIO — An Ohio resident is celebrating a life-changing win after claiming the top prize on the Ohio Lottery’s Maximum Millionsscratch-off ticket.
The winner opted for the $1 million cash payout instead of the annuity option, which would have provided $80,000 annually for 25 years.
After mandatory state and federal taxes, totaling 28%, the winner will take home $720,000.
The winning ticket was sold at Lorain Smokes and Beverage, located at 2111 N Ridge Road in Lorain.
Maximum Millions is a $20 scratch-off game offering a top prize of $2 million.
According to the Ohio Lottery, as of November 14, 2024, one top prize remains in the game.
Since 1974, the Ohio Lottery has contributed over $32 billion to fund education across the state.
For more information about the Ohio Lottery’s impact on education, visit www.ohiolottery.com/supportingeducation.
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