Author Archives: Michigan Lottery

Powerball jackpot winner had to look twice

Posted on August 31, 2012

Lawson always figured he’d win the Michigan Lottery someday. Maybe even a big prize, like $10,000. But never did he think he would win $337 million! “I couldn’t breathe,” Lawson said, in describing what it felt like when he realized … Continue reading →

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Winner Contacts Michigan Lottery

Posted on August 22, 2012

The Michigan Lottery said Wednesday morning that it has been contacted by the winner of the August 15 $337 million Powerball jackpot. Details about the winner will not be released until the prize, the third largest in Powerball history, is … Continue reading →

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Powerball makes another millionaire in Michigan!

Posted on August 20, 2012

Three days later and just over 56 miles south, Powerball makes another lucky Michigan Lottery player a millionaire! One player matched five numbers in Saturday’s drawing to win $1 million! The winning numbers were 14-26-41-55-59 and the Powerball 01. The … Continue reading →

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Alpena player wins Fantasy 5 for his kids!

Posted on August 17, 2012

The retired man from Alpena has been playing the Lottery since it began in 1972. His biggest win during that time was $2,700, he wished it could be more. Well, on July 21 he got his wish! The lucky player, … Continue reading →

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Dinner, Laughs and The Jack!

Posted on August 16, 2012

David Kramer’s intention on July 29 was to enjoy a nice dinner with his wife, Mary, at Sheehan’s on the Green in Plymouth. However as the couple began their meal, Mary noticed that The Jack was over $350,000! Mary insisted … Continue reading →

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