Michigan man wins $2M on scratch-off lottery ticket he bought "on a whim"
A Michigan man's decision to buy a $20 scratch-off lottery ticket "on a whim" resulted in a $2 million payday.
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A Michigan man's decision to buy a $20 scratch-off lottery ticket "on a whim" resulted in a $2 million payday.
With her winnings, the player plans to pay off her car, invest, and then save the rest.
With his winnings, the man plans to donate a portion, set aside some for his grandchildren, and then save the rest.
The man purchased his winning ticket while having dinner at Uno's of Birch Run.
The man plans to share his winnings with his family and then save the rest.
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