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Wilmington man wants to use second big lottery win to help his community

June 4, 2024 Posted by NC Lottery at 10:23 AM
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John Robbins of Wilmington won big playing the lottery two years ago and he just did it again with a $100,000 scratch-off win.

Robbins previously won $2 million on an Ultimate 7’s ticket in May of 2022.

“I was told lightning can’t strike twice but I guess it can,” Robbins said.

He bought his lucky $30 Black Titanium ticket from the Han-Dee Hugo’s on North College Road in Wilmington, the same store where he won his first big prize.

“I was definitely excited because I have some dreams I want to work on,” he said.

For Robbins, giving back to the Wilmington community has been a passion for a long time.

“My dream is to make a difference in Wilmington,” Robbins said. “I want to give back to people here who are less fortunate. I want to do something to help change that."

He arrived at lottery headquarters Monday to collect his prize and, after required state and federal tax withholdings, took home $71,509.

The Black Titanium game debuted last June with six $4 million top prizes and 16 $100,000 prizes. Three $4 million prizes and five $100,000 prizes remain to be claimed.


9 COMMENTS

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6/06/2024 05:30 - Desiree M.

Congratulations!

6/06/2024 11:57 - Heather T.

I'm next, I want to spread the love and help as many as I possibly can. Congratulations!!!

6/06/2024 11:35 - Larry J.

I plan to do the same with my first big win! Have to show others in my city that it pays off to keep faith in the system!

6/06/2024 10:00 - Joe S.

Lightning does strike twice and more! Congratulations from Charlotte!!! :)

6/05/2024 07:09 - Madison M.

Great job ! Can i be apart of that help? Please?

6/05/2024 10:03 - ALMETA K.

II'M STILL WAIGHTING ON MY BIG WIN,WHERE IS IT?NC Lottery
We're crossing our fingers for you and wishing you lots of luck, Almeta!

6/04/2024 11:40 - MICHAEL B.

Congratulations on your win again.

6/04/2024 10:19 - Vivian p.

Congratulations John on your Winnings and may God Bless you for having a Giving Spirit to want to Bless others.Enjoy

6/04/2024 11:02 - Berry B.

WTG young man,thank you for Thinking about others!

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