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ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A lucky Orange County woman has become a millionaire by winning a $1 million prize from the GOLD RUSH LIMITED scratch-off game by the Florida Lottery.
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Frieda Reyes Ortiz, from Orlando, claimed her $1 million prize after purchasing the winning ticket from the Circle K at 7530 Forest City Road.
The 68-year-old decided to take her winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $795,000.
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The store that sold the winning ticket also received a $2,000 bonus commission.
Implications of Scratch-Off Games
The GOLD RUSH LIMITED game, priced at $20, offers 32 top prizes of $5 million and 100 prizes of $1 million, along with thousands of other prizes ranging from $1,000 to $100,000.
Insight: Scratch-off games remain a popular choice for many lottery enthusiasts due to their instant gratification and the possibility of substantial winnings.
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Statistics show that scratch-off games accounted for 74% of ticket sales in the 2023-2024 fiscal year.
Since their introduction, scratch-off games have awarded over $63.1 billion in prizes, produced 2,175 millionaires, and raised more than $19.24 billion for the Education Enhancement Trust Fund.
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The Florida Lottery has contributed over $46 billion towards education, supporting over 983,000 students in pursuing higher education through the Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Lottery Impact on Education
The Florida Lottery has played a crucial role in funding education, with lottery games awarding more than $95.7 billion in prizes since 1988 and creating over 4,000 millionaires, according to official data.
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Insight: The Florida Lottery not only provides entertainment and excitement for players but also significantly contributes to the education sector, benefiting students across the state.
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