October 28th 2024.
On a regular Tuesday in North Carolina, USA, a man by the name of Jerry Hicks decided to make a quick stop at a convenience store. Little did he know, he was in for a stroke of good luck. As he entered the store, he spotted a $20 bill on the ground in the parking lot. In a state of disbelief, Hicks shared in a news release that he couldn't believe his eyes.
Being a master carpenter from Banner Elk, Hicks knew the value of hard work and was not one to take handouts. However, this time, he decided to use the found money to indulge in a scratch-off lottery ticket. Much to his surprise, the ticket he chose, called Extreme Cash, turned out to be worth a whopping $1.5 million.
Hicks wasted no time in claiming his prize at the North Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters on Friday. In an interesting twist, he shared that the ticket he had intended to purchase was not available, so he decided to try his luck with the Extreme Cash ticket instead. It's safe to say that it was a decision he did not regret.
After much consideration, Hicks opted to receive his prize in a lump sum of $910,000, rather than receiving it in installments over 20 years. After taxes, he took home $650,000, which he plans to use to help his children and finally retire as a carpenter after 56 long years of hard work.
But before embarking on his retirement, Hicks wants to treat himself and his family to a well-deserved celebration. In his own words, "We are going to head straight to Golden Corral and eat everything they've got." It's heartwarming to see someone who has worked so hard finally be able to enjoy the fruits of their labor.
For those struggling with gambling, there are resources available for help and information. The National Gambling Helpline and 1800 858 858 are just a few ways to seek assistance. Remember, there is no shame in reaching out for help when needed.
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