New Bern, NC, September 10, 2025
News Summary
Christopher Hicks, a resident of New Bern, has won a $100,000 prize from the North Carolina Education Lottery. He purchased a $20 scratch-off ticket and discovered the top prize after scratching it. After taxes, he received $71,756. The announcement of his win highlights the growing appeal of lottery games in the state, especially as other significant jackpots are also being claimed.
New Bern Resident Claims $100,000 Lottery Prize
New Bern, NC – A local resident has won a substantial prize from the North Carolina Education Lottery, marking a notable achievement in the state’s lottery history. Christopher Hicks, a resident of New Bern, recently purchased a scratch-off ticket that resulted in a $100,000 payout.
Details of the Winning Ticket
On an ordinary day, Hicks bought a $20 scratch-off ticket called the 2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe at the Fairfield Fuel Market, located on Broad Creek Road in New Bern. Upon scratching the ticket, Hicks discovered he had won the top prize of $100,000.
Claiming the Prize
Hicks visited lottery headquarters in North Carolina on Monday to claim his winnings. Following required federal and state tax withholdings, the total amount he received was $71,756. The timing of this claim underscores the ongoing appeal of lottery wins among residents seeking life-changing amounts of money.
Timing and Public Disclosure
The news of Hicks’ win was officially released on September 9, 2025, by lottery officials. This announcement comes amid a backdrop of notable lottery activity in North Carolina, including recent sizable jackpots and record-breaking wins.
Upcoming and Ongoing Lottery Drawings
In addition to scratch-off tickets, North Carolina features regular draw games, including Mega Millions and Powerball. Mega Millions draws are held at 11 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays, while Powerball draws take place at 10:59 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. The state’s lottery results are broadcast nightly at 11:22 p.m. and are also available online through the FOX8 website.
Additional Notable Lottery Wins in New Bern
Hicks’ victory adds to a recent wave of lottery successes in New Bern. Most recently, another local player claimed the largest digital instant jackpot in North Carolina history—winning $6.7 million. This ticket was purchased for a mere $2, making it a historic prize for the state’s digital instant games.
Details on Digital Instant Wins
The featured game, Monopoly, has the prize reset at $150,000 and continues to grow until won. The odds of winning the Grand Fortune jackpot in this game are approximately 1 in 25 million. The recent win represents the biggest digital instant win since the game launched in November 2023. The previous record for a digital instant jackpot was $1.3 million.
Claim Period and Responsible Gambling
The winners have 180 days to claim their prizes. As part of responsible gaming efforts, reminders are issued about seeking help for gambling addiction, with resources available including the national gambling hotline number (1-800-522-4700) and the National Council on Problem Gambling website.
Summary
Overall, lottery players in North Carolina continue to experience significant wins across various lottery products, from scratch-offs to digital instant games. The recent large jackpots highlight the appeal and excitement of playing the lottery, while officials emphasize the importance of responsible gambling practices and support for those affected by gaming problems.
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- WNCT News
- Wikipedia: North Carolina Education Lottery
- WITN News
- Google Search: New Bern Lottery Winnings
- NC Lottery News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- WCTI News
- Google News: New Bern Lottery
- WRAL News
- Google Scholar: North Carolina Lottery
- ABC11 News
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