New Bern, September 10, 2025
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Christopher Hicks from New Bern has won a remarkable $100,000 prize after purchasing a $20 scratch-off lottery ticket at a local gas station. Upon presenting his winning ticket at lottery headquarters, he collected $71,756 after taxes. This win adds to the excitement of the local lottery scene, with other significant wins making headlines recently, including a historic $6.7 million digital jackpot.
New Bern – Christopher Hicks from New Bern has claimed a $100,000 prize after purchasing a $20 scratch-off lottery ticket from a local gas station. The ticket, a $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe, was bought at the Fairfield Fuel Market located on Broad Creek Road.
Hicks presented his winning ticket at the lottery headquarters on Monday, where he was able to collect his prize. Following federal and state tax withholdings, Hicks walked away with $71,756 in winnings. This event marked a significant moment for Hicks, who joined the ranks of other recent lottery winners in the area.
The announcement of Hicks’s win came on September 9, 2025, adding to the excitement surrounding the North Carolina Education Lottery. Lottery enthusiasts eagerly await various draws, with Mega Millions taking place at 11 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays, and Powerball draws occurring at 10:59 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. Additionally, NC Lottery draws are aired every night at 11:22 p.m., allowing players to check their results promptly.
Recently, another resident of New Bern made headlines by claiming the largest digital instant jackpot in North Carolina lottery history, a staggering $6.7 million. This winning ticket was purchased for just $2 in a Monopoly game, showcasing the potential of digital ticketing in the lottery system. The odds of winning the Grand Fortune jackpot were calculated at 1 in 25,000,000, illustrating how rare such wins can be.
This latest win represents the greatest digital instant win since the North Carolina lottery introduced digital games in November 2023, further raising the stakes for players. The previous record for a digital instant win was set at $1.3 million, displaying the impressive growth of prize amounts available through digital platforms. Winners have a generous timeframe, up to 180 days, to claim their prizes, adding to the thrill of participating in the lottery.
In light of these announcements, officials have reiterated the importance of responsible gambling, encouraging players to seek help if they experience any issues related to gambling addiction. The national gambling hotline number is 1-800-522-4700, and more resources can be found through the National Council on Problem Gambling website.
The excitement of lottery winnings not only provides a financial boost for individuals like Christopher Hicks but also enhances community engagement and interest in local businesses where these tickets are sold. As the North Carolina lottery continues to evolve with both traditional and digital offerings, players remain optimistic about their chances of hitting the jackpot.
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