Woman Wins $4 Million in Lottery, Eyes Bright Future for Grandkids
Rachel Sadler, a lucky resident of Lincolnton, North Carolina, recently hit the jackpot in the state lottery, and her first thought was of her beloved grandchildren. Let’s delve into the heartwarming story of how a simple scratch-off ticket led to a life-changing win.
The Winning Ticket
Rachel purchased a $30 Supreme 7s scratch-off ticket, drawn to its eye-catching blue and white colors. To her delight, she won the top prize—an astounding $4 million! It was her first time trying this ticket, and it turned out to be a life-altering decision.
Grandkids Come First
Rachel’s joy was contagious as she shared her excitement with lottery officials. “I’ve got a bunch of grandkids,” she joked. “I want to make sure they have a nice future.” Her selflessness and love for her family shone through as she considered her options for claiming the prize.
The Decision
Rachel faced a crucial choice: take the $4 million as a one-time lump sum payment of $2.4 million (before taxes) or receive it as an annuity of $200,000 over 20 years. She opted for the lump sum and after-tax withholdings, she took home $1.72 million—a life-changing amount.
Supreme 7s: A New Game
Supreme 7s, a newer scratch-off game introduced by the North Carolina Lottery in July, initially offered four $4 million top prizes and 10 $100,000 prizes. Rachel’s win left three $4 million prizes and nine $100,000 prizes still up for grabs.
Act Fast!
While Supreme 7s is relatively new, the North Carolina Lottery announced that eight scratch-off games would end on Friday, August 23. If you’re feeling lucky, grab those tickets before they disappear! The game’s ending includes Mega 7’s, FIRE, Hit $500, Lightning 7’s, More Money, Bingo Bucks, Power 2s, and Double It!
Remember, you’ll have 90 days to claim any prizes from these games. Smaller prizes can be claimed at a lottery retailer, while larger sums require visits to regional claim centers or lottery headquarters.
Rachel Sadler’s win reminds us that sometimes, a simple choice can lead to a brighter future—for both ourselves and our loved ones.
