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Lunch break turns into $687K jackpot win for Fostoria man

Fostoria, OH – A routine lunch stop at the American Legion in Fostoria turned into a life-changing moment for a local man who walked away with a $687,140 jackpot from an EZPLAY® Progressive lottery ticket.

Richard was dining at American Legion Earl Foust Post 73 on North Main Street when he decided to play an Ohio Jackpot 7’s ticket while waiting for the check. The jackpot was high, so he gave it a shot — and ended up hitting the top prize.

After mandatory state and federal taxes totaling 27.125%, Richard will take home approximately $500,753.28. He said he plans to use the winnings to pay off debt and invest.

EZPLAY® Games are instant-style lottery tickets printed on-demand from a terminal. The games require no scratching or drawing, with all results displayed directly on the ticket. The Ohio Lottery offers multiple EZPLAY® options, including progressive jackpot games like the one Richard played.

The Ohio Lottery has contributed over $34 billion to education since 1974. Proceeds from every lottery ticket sold help support public education across the state.

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Key Points

A Fostoria man won a $687,140 EZPLAY® Progressive jackpot while waiting for lunch
He purchased the ticket at American Legion Earl Foust Post 73 on North Main Street
After taxes, he will receive approximately $500,753 and plans to pay off debt and invest

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