New Bern, September 10, 2025
News Summary
Christopher Hicks, a resident of New Bern, has claimed a $100,000 prize after purchasing a $20 scratch-off ticket at Fairfield Fuel Market. After taxes, he took home $71,756. This win follows another recent significant lottery win in New Bern worth $6.7 million, highlighting the excitement around the North Carolina Education Lottery.
New Bern – A resident of New Bern has claimed a $100,000 prize from the North Carolina Education Lottery after purchasing a $20 scratch-off ticket. Christopher Hicks secured his win with the $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe ticket at the Fairfield Fuel Market located on Broad Creek Road.
On Monday, Hicks arrived at the lottery headquarters to officially claim his substantial prize. Although the total winnings amounted to $100,000, he took home $71,756 after federal and state tax withholdings were deducted.
This significant win comes on the heels of another remarkable lottery event in New Bern, where a different winner recently claimed the largest digital instant jackpot in North Carolina lottery history, valued at $6.7 million. This previous winning ticket was for the Monopoly game and was purchased for merely $2. The odds of winning the Grand Fortune jackpot were reported to be an astonishing 1 in 25,000,000.
This win represents the biggest payout from digital instant games since their introduction in November 2023. Additionally, the prize money for digital instant games resets to $150,000 and continues to grow until won. The winner of the digital jackpot has up to 180 days to claim their prize, with the record prior to this win standing at $1.3 million.
Lottery enthusiasts can tune in for the Mega Millions draws aired at 11 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays, and Powerball draws at 10:59 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. For NC Lottery draws, fans can catch them every night at 11:22 p.m.. Results are also available online on various platforms.
As lottery winnings can come with significant excitement, a reminder was issued encouraging individuals to seek help for gambling addiction. Resources include the national gambling hotline number, 1-800-522-4700, and the National Council on Problem Gambling’s website for assistance.
This recent series of lottery wins has not only brought joy but has also sparked conversations about responsible gambling in the community of New Bern.
Key Features of Recent Lottery Wins
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Latest Winner | Christopher Hicks |
| Winning Amount | $100,000 |
| Net Winnings After Taxes | $71,756 |
| Ticket Purchased At | Fairfield Fuel Market |
| Significant Previous Win | $6.7 million digital jackpot |
| Odds of Winning Grand Fortune | 1 in 25,000,000 |
| Claim Period for Digital Jackpot | 180 days |
FAQ
What is the title of the latest lottery game Christopher Hicks won?
The latest lottery game Christopher Hicks won is the $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe.
How much did Christopher Hicks receive after taxes from his lottery win?
After taxes, Christopher Hicks took home $71,756.
What are the odds of winning the Grand Fortune jackpot?
The odds of winning the Grand Fortune jackpot are 1 in 25,000,000.
What are the main times for lottery draws in North Carolina?
The Mega Millions draws are on Tuesdays and Fridays at 11 p.m., Powerball draws are on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:59 p.m., and NC Lottery draws take place every night at 11:22 p.m..
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- WNCT News
- Wikipedia: North Carolina Education Lottery
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- 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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