Whiteville duo scoops $248,982 jackpot in state lottery

17-08-2011

The North Carolina Education Lottery has announced that Lottie and Sylvia Williams have won a $248,982 jackpot. They scooped the staggering cash prize in last weekend’s drawing, after matching all five numbers.

Lottery jackpot

Lottie Williams learned about the lottery jackpot Sunday morning, according to a statement from the state lottery. “I hopped off my truck, rushed into the house and informed my spouse about the massive jackpot,” Lottie stated.

House renovation and debts

The couple bought the lucky ticket at a grocery store in the Columbus County-based city. The jackpot enables them to pay off debts and renovate their house, Lottie added.

Carolina Cash 5 jackpot

The North Carolina Education Lottery revealed that it’s the fifth Carolina Cash 5 jackpot won by a Columbus County resident. Four years ago, a Riegelwood inhabitant took home $370,904 in cash courtesy of the Carolina Cash 5 game.