Cheboygan, Michigan – A Cheboygan resident, Denise Matas, had a surprising and unexpected experience as she won $24,000 playing the Michigan Lottery’s Roaring 20s instant game online.
An Unexpected Surprise
Denise Matas, 38, has been playing the Roaring 20s game for some time. Reflecting on her unexpected win, she shared, “I have been playing the Roaring 20s game for a while. You always see people winning big prizes and never think it will be you, so when the prize of $100 a month for 20 years came up on the screen, I teared up.”
Overwhelmed with joy, Denise took a screenshot of her winning moment and shared the exciting news with her close friends and family. “Winning $24,000 is so exciting and a huge relief!” she exclaimed.
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Claiming the Prize
Recently, Denise visited the Michigan Lottery headquarters to claim her prize. She opted to receive her winnings as a one-time lump sum payment of approximately $17,500, instead of the 20 annuity payments totaling $24,000. With her winnings, Denise plans to pay off bills and purchase a new vehicle, easing her financial burdens and adding a new sense of freedom to her life.
Opportunities for All Players
The Michigan Lottery offers players a wide range of opportunities to win, with prizes ranging from $1 up to multimillion-dollar jackpots. Players can participate in online instant games, Powerball, Mega Millions, Lucky for Life, Lotto 47, and Fantasy 5 online. Since the launch of its online platform in 2014, the Lottery has registered more than 1 million players. The platform offers over 200 different games, with prices ranging from 5 cents to $50.
For those interested in testing their luck and exploring the variety of games available, visit Michigan Lottery Online Games for more information.