Lorain resident wins $2 million on maximum millions scratch-off
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Lorain Resident Wins $2 Million on Maximum Millions Scratch-Off

LORAIN, OH— Mary Caudill of Lorain is celebrating a major win after claiming the top prize on the Ohio Lottery’s Maximum Millions scratch-off game. Mary secured the annuity prize of $80,000 per year for 25 years, totaling $2 million, but opted for the $1 million cash option. After mandatory state and federal tax withholdings of 28 percent, she will take home $720,000.

The winning ticket was purchased at Pearl Ave Exxon, located at 5411 Pearl Ave in Lorain.

Mary plans to use her winnings to buy a new house and cars for her children.

Maximum Millions is a $20 scratch-off game with a top prize of $2 million. As of August 15, two top prizes remain available in the game.

Since 1974, the Ohio Lottery has contributed over $32 billion to support education across Ohio.

Chris Quigley

Chris Quigley

Chris Quigley is a Staff Writer and Community News Correspondent for Shore News Network, where she covers local government, public safety, community affairs, politics, and issues impacting residents throughout New Jersey. Her reporting focuses on delivering timely, accurate, and relevant news that helps readers stay informed about the communities in which they live and work.

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Chris Quigley is a graduate of Stockton State University and began her career at IN Jersey, the online news and media branch of the Asbury Park Press. She also worked at Monmouth Internet, the Ocean Signal Newspaper, and JTOWN Magazine during her career in both content management and operations.

Degrees: Business B.A. - Stockton University

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