New Bern, NC, September 10, 2025
News Summary
Christopher Hicks, a resident of New Bern, has claimed a $100,000 prize from a lottery scratch-off ticket he purchased at a local convenience store. After taxes, Hicks received $71,756. The winning ticket was the ‘$2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe’ bought for $20 at Fairfield Fuel Market. This win highlights increasing lottery excitement in the area, where significant prizes are being claimed.
New Bern Resident Wins $100,000 Lottery Prize
New Bern, NC — A local resident has claimed a significant lottery prize after purchasing a scratch-off ticket at a convenience store in the city. The winner, Christopher Hicks, took home $71,756 after federal and state taxes, following his initial $100,000 prize from the North Carolina Education Lottery.
Details of the Winning Ticket
Christopher Hicks purchased a $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe scratch-off ticket at the Fairfield Fuel Market located on Broad Creek Road in New Bern. The ticket, which he bought for only $20, turned out to be a winning one, granting him a top prize of $100,000.
Claiming the Prize
Hicks arrived at the North Carolina Lottery headquarters on Monday to officially claim his winnings. After withholdings, his net payout was $71,756. The lottery announced the victory on September 9, 2025, confirming the claim and emphasizing the ongoing opportunities for players to win large prizes through various scratch-off games.
Lottery Draw Schedule and Results Access
The North Carolina Education Lottery offers multiple draws each day. Mega Millions results are broadcast at 11 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays, while Powerball draws are held at 10:59 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. NC Lottery results are updated nightly at 11:22 p.m. and are accessible online, including on the FOX8 website for quick reference and validation.
Recent Lottery Trends and Large Wins in New Bern
New Bern has seen recent substantial lottery wins. Notably, another local player recently claimed the largest digital instant jackpot in North Carolina lottery history, worth $6.7 million. The winning ticket for this jackpot was a digital Monopoly game ticket purchased for only $2. This is recognized as the biggest digital instant win since the game’s launch in November 2023.
Details of the Digital Instant Game and Jackpot Odds
The Grand Fortune digital instant game offers a jackpot that resets at $150,000 and continues to grow as more players participate. The odds of winning the Grand Fortune jackpot are approximately 1 in 25 million, making such wins rare but highly impactful. The recent $6.7 million win surpasses the previous largest digital instant prize of $1.3 million.
Winners in digital instant games are given 180 days from the date of the win to claim their prizes. The game continues to attract players with its escalating jackpot, encouraging participation across the state.
Responsible Gambling and Support Resources
The North Carolina Lottery and associated agencies also provide resources for players to seek help if gambling becomes problematic. These include the national gambling hotline (1-800-522-4700) and support from the National Council on Problem Gambling, which offers additional assistance and information for responsible gambling.
Summary
This recent $100,000 lottery win in New Bern highlights the ongoing popularity of scratch-off tickets and digital instant games in North Carolina. Players continue to participate in the state’s diverse lottery offerings, which include large jackpots and regular draws. As jackpots grow and new winners emerge, the lottery remains a notable part of the local community’s entertainment and potential for substantial rewards.
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- WNCT News
- Wikipedia: North Carolina Education Lottery
- WITN News
- Google Search: New Bern Lottery Winnings
- 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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