Wooster, Ohio – A lottery player in Wooster recently experienced a life-changing moment after discovering he had won the top prize from the Ohio Lottery’s scratch-off game, Ohio Millionaire’s Club. The lucky winner, who has not been publicly named, hit the game’s top prize of $40,000 a year for 25 years — totaling $1 million.
Instead of collecting the prize as annual payments, the man chose the cash option, which awarded him $500,000 in a lump sum. After state and federal taxes totaling approximately 27.125 percent, he will take home $364,375.
“I didn’t believe it, I don’t believe it,” the stunned winner said, still trying to come to terms with his incredible luck.
A Passion for Scratch-Offs Pays Off
His daughter, who was there to witness the moment, shared how much her father enjoys playing scratch-off tickets. When he asked her to double-check the ticket, she couldn’t believe her eyes either.
“I looked and said oh my gosh, Dad! You won $1 million! If anybody deserves this it’s him,” she recalled, expressing her joy and pride in her father’s long-awaited win.
The man has already thought of a few things he wants to do with his winnings. He plans to buy a new car and make some improvements to his home — practical ways to enjoy the reward of his luck and persistence.
Popular Game Still Has Big Prizes Left
Ohio Millionaire’s Club is a $20 scratch-off ticket that offers players the chance to win $40,000 a year for 25 years. As of October 14, 2025, there are still three top prizes remaining in the game, giving other players a shot at becoming the next millionaire.
The odds of winning any prize on this ticket, including break-even wins, are 1 in 3.51 — making it one of the more enticing options for Ohio Lottery players.
This recent win has sparked excitement in Wooster and beyond, proving once again that life-changing moments can come from even the smallest decisions — like picking up a $20 scratch-off at the local store.
