AUSTIN, Texas — An Adkins resident has claimed a $1 million top prize in the Texas Lottery scratch ticket game 500X. The winning ticket was purchased at Refuel 325 on Sulphur Springs Road in Adkins, and the winner has chosen to remain anonymous.
This marks the 11th of 15 top prizes worth $1 million to be claimed in the 500X game, which offers more than $229 million in total prizes, according to the Texas Lottery. The overall odds of winning any prize in the game are one in 3.36, including break-even prizes.
The Texas Lottery, administered by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, has generated over $41.5 billion in revenue for the state since its inception in 1992. It has also distributed more than $93.5 billion in prizes to players. Since 1997, the lottery has contributed over $35.5 billion to the Foundation School Fund, supporting public education in Texas. Additionally, certain revenues benefit state programs, including the Fund for Veterans Assistance, with contributions exceeding $279 million since 2009.
The Texas Lottery offers a variety of games, including Powerball, Mega Millions, Lotto Texas, and several scratch ticket games. More information can be found on their website or social media platforms. Players must be 18 or older to participate.