Vaughn Conlin, 41, of Royal Palm Beach, has become the latest Floridian to strike it rich, claiming a massive $1 million prize from the Florida Lottery’s GOLD RUSH LEGACY Scratch-Off game.
Conlin’s life took a dramatic turn when he purchased a mere $20 ticket from the 7-Eleven located at 10025 Belvedere Road in West Palm Beach. Lady Luck smiled upon him, revealing a life-altering win. He opted to receive his winnings as a one-time lump-sum payment of $640,000.00.
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The lucky 7-Eleven that sold the golden ticket is also celebrating, receiving a $2,000 bonus commission from the Lottery.
The GOLD RUSH LEGACY game, which launched in April 2024, has quickly become a favorite among players, boasting four top prizes of a staggering $10 million and twenty prizes of $1 million. With over $894 million in total cash prizes and overall odds of winning at 1 in 2.97, it’s no wonder players are eager to try their luck.
Scratch-Off games continue to be a significant contributor to the Florida Lottery’s success, accounting for approximately 74 percent of ticket sales in the last fiscal year.
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Since its inception, these games have awarded over $65.5 billion in prizes, created 2,283 millionaires, and generated more than $19.80 billion for the state’s Educational Enhancement Trust Fund (EETF), proving that every ticket purchase contributes to the betterment of Florida’s education system.
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