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LANSING, MI — A Newaygo County man’s excitement and a little help from the ‘luckiest store in Michigan’ helped him land a $1 million prize last month.
“I’d heard about the Michigan Lottery’s Super Raffle game and was pretty excited about it because of the odds,” said the 29-year-old player who chose to remain anonymous. “I was telling everyone I know about the game and that they should buy a ticket because it had the best odds ever to win $6 million and many other prizes.”
The player put his money where his mouth is and in July stopped at Party World, located at 5568 Alpine Avenue Northwest in Comstock Park to purchase a $50 ticket.
“I drove by Party World, which advertises as the luckiest store in Michigan, so I stopped in to buy a Super Raffle ticket,” the player said. “The day of the drawing, I got a call from my wife and thought something bad had happened because she was in tears, until she said: ‘You won $1 million on your Super Raffle ticket!’ I didn’t believe her, so she sent me a picture of the ticket, and I checked it myself.
“When I saw I really did win $1 million, my heart started pounding! It was pretty surreal. I hope to turn this prize into generational wealth by investing the majority of the money.”
Related story: Mega Millions results for 12/02/25; 1 winner of $90 million jackpot
The player’s ticket — 049686 — was selected as a $1 million winner in the drawing held on Nov. 19. He elected to receive the money as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $693,000 rather than the annuity. He plans on investing the winnings.
“This lucky player was interested in the Super Raffle game because of the odds, and the odds were in his favor after he won a $1 million prize,” said Lottery Commissioner Suzanna Shkreli. “I also want to congratulate Party World, a Comstock Park retailer known as a lottery lucky spot, for selling the winning ticket and for continuing their 10+ year streak of selling huge lottery prizes.”
For the latest on Michigan Lottery, check out the official Michigan Lottery site, which also offers more information on instant tickets, raffles and other lottery games.
The last players from Michigan to win a Mega Millions or Powerball jackpot is the Breakfast Club lottery club which claimed an $842 million jackpot in June 2024. The members plan to use the money to buy a home in Florida and travel.
And while they were lucky winners, it’s smart for players to check their tickets immediately as a Powerball winner worth $250,000 sold in Bloomfield Hills in 2024 went unclaimed. That money went to the state’s School Aid Fund.
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Stockholm, Sweden, Dec. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ninja Casino announces a new strategic partnership with Swedish media personality, entrepreneur, and podcast host Bingo Rimér, who will step into the role of Brand Ambassador for 2025-2026.
Through the collaboration, Rimér will produce ongoing digital content, including monthly reels, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments shared across his social channels. His role will also include appearances at selected Ninja Casino events, activations, and other brand-related activities as a recognizable face for the brand.

In addition, Ninja Casino will be featured in Rimér’s popular podcast “Tack & Förlåt”, where he will integrate the collaboration naturally through conversation, experiences, and mentions as part of the ongoing storytelling.
“Bingo brings an honesty and spontaneity that audiences truly respond to,” says Susanna Hillborg, Brand Manager at Ninja Casino. “He has this rare ability to make everyday moments entertaining, and that’s exactly the kind of energy we want around the brand.”

Rimér, known for his longstanding presence in Swedish entertainment and entrepreneurship, looks forward to a collaboration built on long-term value and authentic expression.

“I only do things that feel fun and give me energy. Ninja Casino understood how I operate right away. We kicked off our collaboration by flying a hot air balloon over Stockholm, which says a lot. Do it properly or don’t do it at all. I like when brands dare to go all in and don’t hold back. Ninja Casino is exactly like that. We think the same way, and we laugh just as much. That’s why I believe this is going to be a lot of fun moving forward. Big things are going to happen here.”

The partnership is designed to evolve throughout the year as new stories, formats, and touchpoints are developed. NinjaCasino.se continues to shape its communication through collaborations with recognizable voices and community-focused creators who can speak to audiences in a modern and authentic way.

About Ninja Casino

Ninja Casino is a digital entertainment brand offering online gaming experiences in a secure and licensed environment. The company focuses on simplified user journeys, responsible entertainment, and transparent communication throughout the player experience.

About Bingo Rimér

Bingo Rimér is a Swedish photographer, entrepreneur, and media personality. With over two decades in the industry, he has built multiple brands, developed a substantial digital following, and co-hosts the podcast “Tack & Förlåt”, known for its candid conversations and personal tone.

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For the first time in its history, the Iowa Lottery will shift part of its financial risk to a scratch ticket vendor. Beginning in January, the Lottery will work exclusively with one company to print its scratch tickets — and that company will share in both the potential gains and losses.
Lottery CEO Matt Strawn says the selected vendor, Scientific Games, won the contract through a competitive bidding process and will now operate under a performance-based agreement.
“If they exceed their performance goals, they are incented with a small bonus. If they miss their projected annual performance goals on sales, there is a small penalty,” Strawn explains.
Until now, the Iowa Lottery carried all the risk in choosing which scratch games to develop and bring to market. Strawn says the new arrangement allows the Lottery to tap more directly into the vendor’s expertise.
“This allows the Iowa Lottery to better leverage the experience and expertise of its scratch ticket printing partner,” he says.
Despite the shift, the state will continue to have full authority over game selection and design.
“The state of Iowa still has the ultimate sign-off on the annual product plan to ensure it meets revenue goals and that we’re managing the portfolio responsibly,” Strawn says.
Scratch tickets were the first products ever sold by the Iowa Lottery and remain its strongest category, accounting for 23% of total sales.
Wednesday December 3
ISU Men’s Basketball vs Alcorn State 6 PM Pregame 7 PM Tip-off KIOW 107.3 FM
Waldorf Women’s Basketball vs St. Ambrose 5:45 Pregame 6 PM Tip-off B103
Thursday December 4
Clear Lake Basketball Doubleheader at Charles City 5:45 PM Pregame 6 PM Tip-off 103.7 The Fox and Clear Lake Video Stream
Garner-Hayfield-Ventura Basketball Doubleheader vs West Fork 6 PM Pregame 6:15 PM Tip-off GHV Video Stream
Belmond-Klemme Basketball Doubleheader at Bishop Garrigan 6 PM Pregame 6:15 Tip-off Belmond-Klemme Video Stream
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Lake Mills Basketball Doubleheader vs Belmond-Klemme 6 PM Pregame 6:15 PM Tip-off Lake Mills and Belmond-Klemme Video Stream
West Hancock Basketball Doubleheader at Eagle Grove 6 PM Pregame 6:15 PM Tip-off B103 and West Hancock Video Stream
Clear Lake Girls Basketball vs Hampton-Dumont-CAL 7:15 PM Pregame 7:30 PM Tip-off 103.7 The Fox and Clear Lake Video Stream
Saturday December 6
ISU Men’s Basketball at Purdue 10:30 AM Pregame 11 AM Tip-off KIOW 107.3 FM
West Hancock Basketball Doubleheader vs Clarion-Goldfield-Dows 4 PM Pregame 4:15 PM Tip-off B103 and West Hancock Video Stream
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ISU Women’s Basketball vs Northern Illinois 12:30 PM Pregame 1 PM Tip-off KIOW 107.3 FM

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Veronica "Ronnie" Flores-Herrera is the Real-Time Desk Manager for KRIS 6 News, Action 10 News, and Telemundo C.C. The Emmy-nominated journalist has been covering news in the Coastal Bend since 1997.
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The Powerball jackpot has climbed to $775 million after no one matched all six numbers in Monday night’s drawing, making it one of the largest lottery prizes in U.S. history.
The winner will have the choice of $775 million paid in annual increments or the cash value of $362.5 million, according to the Powerball website.
Monday’s drawing resulted in no jackpot winners and three $1 million winners in Florida, Illinois and Georgia.
The next drawing takes place tonight, giving players another chance at the massive prize.
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COPPERAS COVE, Texas — One Copperas Cove resident has seen their life change thanks to the Texas Lottery.
Announced on Wednesday, a resident, who elected to remain anonymous, claimed the top prize-winning ticket worth $1 million in the Texas Lottery scratch ticket game 500X. The ticket was purchased at Star Mart 15, located at 1903 N. 1st St., in Copperas Cove.
Texas Lottery said this was the 12th of 15 top prizes worth $1 million to be claimed in this game, which offers more than $229 million in total prizes. Additionally, the overall odds of winning any 500X prize are one in 3.36, including break-even prizes. 
Beyond its economic impact, the Texas Lottery emphasizes its role in supporting statewide programs that rely on consistent revenue streams. Much of that money is funnelled into public education through the Foundation School Fund, but the lottery also backs initiatives such as the Fund for Veterans’ Assistance, which receives proceeds from dedicated scratch-off games. 
Since debuting the first veterans-themed ticket in 2009, those games alone have generated more than $279 million to help provide services for Texas veterans.
Lottery officials say the agency’s ongoing mix of draw games and scratch-off options remains central to its appeal, offering players a range of choices from multi-state jackpots like Powerball and Mega Millions to Texas-only options including Lotto Texas, All or Nothing, Texas Two Step, Pick 3, Daily 4 and Cash Five.
The agency promotes responsible play and maintains an active presence across social media and its website, where players can find updates, game rules and information about second-chance drawings.
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Gambler turns $3.75 bet into ‘awesome’ six-figure jackpot win in Washington  Tacoma News Tribune
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A lucky gambler turned a $3.75 bet into a six-figure jackpot at a Washington casino.
The gambler won $162,118 at a Lion Link slot machine at Emerald Queen Casino in Tacoma, casino officials said in a Facebook post on Tuesday, Dec. 2.
People were quick to offer congratulations in the post’s comments.
“Wow, that’s a nice win!” someone wrote.
“Awesome hit!” wrote another person.
Several other jackpots have been reported recently at the Tacoma casino, including a $76,577 jackpot on a Mega Meltdown slot machine on Thursday, Nov. 27.
The bet was $20.
Casino officials described that jackpot as “massive” and a “mega win.”
Emerald Queen Casino has locations in Tacoma and Fife.
Many people can gamble or play games of chance without harm. However, for some, gambling is an addiction that can ruin lives and families.
If you or a loved one shows signs of gambling addiction, you can seek help by calling the national gambling hotline at 1-800-522-4700 or visiting the National Council on Problem Gambling website.
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