Michigan: Fantasy 5 Player Wins $480K Jackpot, Powerball Fan Takes $150K Home
Summary
The Michigan Lottery confirmed two recent winners: an 84-year-old from Macomb County who won a $481,582 Fantasy 5 jackpot and a 54-year-old from Genesee County who took home $150,000 from Powerball. The Fantasy 5 winner bought his ticket online, matched all five numbers (1, 3, 7, 23, 38) and plans to share some of the money with family and save the rest. Fantasy 5 is a $1 game with optional $1 add-ons such as EZmatch and Double Play. The jackpot reset to $100,000 after the win.
The Powerball prize came from the 25 August drawing: the Genesee County player matched four white balls and the Powerball. He had the Power Play option active, which multiplied the usual $50,000 prize to $150,000. That ticket was sold at Conlee Country Store in Clio. The winner said he will use the money for home improvements, bills and savings. The Powerball jackpot later climbed to $1.8 billion and was eventually won by two players.
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Key Points
- An 84-year-old Macomb County player won $481,582 on Fantasy 5 (numbers: 1, 3, 7, 23, 38).
- Fantasy 5 is a $1 game; optional $1 add-ons include EZmatch (instant-win) and Double Play; jackpot reset to $100,000.
- A 54-year-old Genesee County player won $150,000 on Powerball after Power Play multiplied a $50,000 prize.
- The Powerball-winning ticket was sold at Conlee Country Store, 4514 West Vienna Road, Clio.
- Winners plan to share, save and use funds for home improvements and bills; shows the impact of add-ons like Power Play.
Why should I read this?
Because who doesn’t love a feel-good lotto story? Quick, local wins that prove small-stake plays (and a forgotten Power Play) can pay unexpectedly well. It’s a fast read if you want the highlights — plus a handy reminder to check your tickets and the extras that can multiply prizes.