Newton, North Carolina, September 18, 2025 News Summary William Wheeler, a resident of Newton, North Carolina, won a $100,000 prize from the North Carolina Education Lottery. He purchased a $50 ticket for the $8 Million Money Maker scratch-off game. Rather than keeping the winnings, Wheeler decided to share the money with his wife, allowing her to make the decisions on how to use it. After taxes, the couple will receive a total of $71,764, part of which will be shared with their three daughters. Newton, NC – Man Wins $100,000 Lottery Prize, Decides to Share with His Wife A resident of Newton, North Carolina, William Wheeler, has claimed a $100,000 prize from the North Carolina Education Lottery after winning the second-tier prize in the $8 Million Money Maker scratch-off game. The win marks a significant achievement in Wheeler’s history of lottery play and has garnered attention for his decision to share the winnings with his wife. Details of the Lottery Win William Wheeler purchased a \$50 ticket for the $8 Million Money Maker scratch-off game at a local retailer, Fast Phil’s in Statesville, North Carolina. The ticket yielded a prize of $100,000, which is classified as a second-tier win in the game. The top prize for the game is $8 million, with odds of 1 in 3,042,264, while Wheeler’s win had significantly shorter odds of 1 in 1,521,132. Wheeler’s Decision and Aftermath Upon receiving his winnings, Wheeler chose to allocate the entire amount to his wife, stating that he would simply give her the money and let her decide what to do with it. After federal and state tax withholdings, Wheeler received a check for $71,764. He mentioned that his wife plans to share part of the winnings with their three daughters, which would amount to approximately $23,921.33 per child if split evenly. Previous Lottery Experience This recent win is not Wheeler’s first experience with lottery prizes. While he has won before, none of his previous winnings matched the size of this recent prize. Wheeler expressed his feelings of luck, describing himself as “very, very lucky,” and indicating a sense of gratitude for his good fortune. Location and Additional Information Newton is situated about 167 miles west of Raleigh, the state capital where Wheeler officially claimed his prize. The lottery officials issued a reminder about the risks associated with gambling, emphasizing that gambling can be addictive. They provide resources for help and support for those who may need assistance with gambling-related issues. Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic HERE Resources South Carolina Announces Lottery Results South Carolina Residents Score Big in Powerball Drawings Unclaimed $170,000 Palmetto Cash 5 Jackpot in Columbia Lottery Results Announced for Washington, D.C. Major Changes to Mega Millions Lottery Take Effect in Chicago Two Tickets Share $1.787 Billion Powerball Jackpot Powerball Jackpot Rises to $50 Million After No Winner South Carolina Players Claim Major Lottery Prizes Florence City Council Adopts Comprehensive Master Plans Woman Wins $200,000 Lottery Prize Inspired by Favorite Color Additional Resources NBC Boston: Mass Woman Wins $10 Million on Scratch Ticket Google Search: Massachusetts lottery winners MassLive: Mass State Lottery Winner Plans to Buy House Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery WCVB: Woman Wins $10 Million on Scratch-Off Ticket Google News: Lottery Winners Berkshire Eagle: Pittsfield $10 Million Scratch Ticket Google Scholar: Lottery Winners
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