Kenansville man wins $1M prize in new scratch-off game

KENANSVILLE — The North Carolina Education Lottery announced last week that Edward Bass Jr. from Kenansville is the first winner of the $1 million top prize for their new lottery game — Lucky Loteria, which launched last week with four top prizes of $1 million.
Bass purchased his $10 scratch-off ticket at Kenansville Food Mart on Mallard Street and cashed in his winnings after visiting the lottery headquarters, where he had to decide between two payout options. He could either receive the $1 million prize as an annuity, where he’d get $50,000 per year for 20 years, or take a lump sum of $600,000. Bass decided to go with the lump sum option, which, after taxes, resulted in a payout of $430,503.
The North Carolina Education Lottery provides tips on understanding lottery odds and how to enter bonus drawings through its Play Smart™ program. Visit morethanagame.nc.gov for more information.