MONTICELLO, Fla. (CBS12) — A routine stop at a Monticello convenience store turned into a life-changing moment for a Florida woman.
The Florida Lottery announced on Monday that Brenda Larry, of Monticello, claimed a $1 million prize after playing the 500X THE CASH Scratch-Off game. Larry claimed her winnings on Jan. 23 at Florida Lottery headquarters in Tallahassee.
Larry bought her winning $50 ticket from Pit Stop, located at 1546 N. Jefferson Street in Monticello, according to lottery officials. With at 1-in-4.23 chance of winning something, Larry won the $1 million prize. She chose to take the prize as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $640,000.
Attached is an image of Larry’s $1 million prize-winning Scratch-Off ticket. (Florida Lottery)
“You have to play to win, and I don’t rely on luck. I move with purpose, and I’m truly blessed,” said Larry.
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The 500X THE CASH Scratch-Off game features a top prize of $25 million and is known for offering some of the best odds of becoming an instant millionaire.
Lottery officials say the Florida Lottery has played a major role in supporting education across the state, contributing more than $50 billion since its creation. Players are reminded to play responsibly.