Martha Ramos Melgar of Stanfield took a chance on a $10 scratch-off and won a $1 million top prize.
Melgar bought her lucky 50X The Cash ticket from Stanfield Express on West Stanly Street in Stanfield.
When Melgar arrived at lottery headquarters Wednesday, she had a decision to make. She could choose to receive her prize as an annuity of $50,000 over 20 years or a lump sum of $600,000. She chose the lump sum of $600,000 and, after required tax withholdings, took home $394,500.
The 50X The Cash game debuted in February 2024 with six top prizes of $1 million. Since Melgar won the last top prize, the lottery will begin the process of ending the game.
For details on how $4.3 million raised by the lottery made a difference for education programs in Stanly County last year, visit www.nclottery.com and click on the “Impact” section.