September 20, 2025

Jeremy Wilson Wins $10 Million Lottery in North Carolina

Willow Spring, North Carolina, September 20, 2025

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Jeremy Wilson, a resident of Willow Spring, has won a remarkable $10 million from a scratch-off lottery ticket. He purchased the $10 Million Spectacular ticket and was ecstatic upon discovering his win. After opting for a lump sum payment of $6 million and taxes, he will receive over $4.3 million. Wilson plans to celebrate his win by taking his mother on a trip and saving for future investments. This victory marks the last available top prize of the game, leading to its discontinuation.

Willow Spring, North Carolina – Jeremy Wilson, a 20-year-old resident of Willow Spring, has won a staggering $10 million from a scratch-off lottery ticket purchased from the North Carolina Education Lottery. The victory was announced on Friday, marking a life-changing moment for the young man.

Wilson acquired the winning ticket, known as the $10 Million Spectacular, for $50 while visiting North River Tobacco Barn located on Caratoke Highway in Jarvisburg. After scratching off the ticket in the store, he quickly realized he had won the game’s top prize. The surprise of winning brought on a “crazy feeling” for Wilson, who expressed his excitement and inability to control himself after the discovery.

Upon receiving the life-altering news, Wilson immediately shared the details with his mother, who initially perceived the announcement as a joke. To commemorate his monumental win, Wilson has plans to take his mother on a substantial trip for her birthday and intends to save the remainder of his winnings for future investments.

Wilson officially claimed his prize on Thursday, opting for a lump sum payment of $6 million instead of the annuity option, which would have provided $500,000 annually over 20 years. After the requisite deductions for state and federal taxes, he received a total of $4,305,014.

This remarkable victory marks the third time a top prize of $10 million has been won in North Carolina during this year, highlighting the game’s popularity among lottery players. The $10 Million Spectacular game was launched in December 2023, featuring five top prizes of $10 million, along with an additional 20 prizes of $1 million and another 20 prizes of $100,000.

With Wilson’s win being the last available top prize in the $10 Million Spectacular game, the North Carolina Education Lottery has announced plans to discontinue the game and start the process of ending sales. This decision follows the conclusion of top prize availability, automatically shifting focus to future lottery game developments.

The North Carolina Education Lottery continues to encourage responsible play while offering opportunities for extraordinary wins that can significantly transform the lives of its players. Wilson’s story serves as an inspiring reminder of the potential fortunes that can come from playing the lottery.

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