LANSING, September 5, 2006 – A lucky Lapeer man is $279,203 richer today!  His Fantasy 5 ticket matched all five numbers in the Aug. 28 drawing.

The winner, who chose to remain anonymous, purchased the winning ticket at Sawdust Corners, 3528 N. Lapeer Rd., in Lapeer.

Fantasy 5 drawings are conducted seven days a week.  Jackpots start at $100,000 and grow by approximately $5,000 daily.

All proceeds from the Lottery are contributed to the state School Aid Fund which supports kindergarten through 12th grade public education in Michigan.  In fiscal year 2005, the contribution was $667.6 million.

For additional information, please visit the Lottery’s Web site at https://www.michiganlottery.com.

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