Sidney, Ohio – A lucky resident of Sidney, Ohio, is celebrating a major windfall after winning $50,000 from the Ohio Lottery’s VIP Millions Scratch-Off game.
The winner, whose name was not publicly released, purchased the winning ticket at Sidney Arco, located at 2598 Wapakoneta Avenue. This particular scratch-off is one of the Ohio Lottery’s premium games, priced at $50 per ticket. It features a top prize of “$40,000 a year for 25 years,” making it one of the most potentially lucrative games available to Ohio players.
After federal and state tax withholdings, which total 28 percent, the Sidney winner will take home $36,000 in net winnings.
According to the Ohio Lottery, there are still 26 top prizes remaining in the VIP Millions game. The odds remain strong for other hopeful players who want to take a chance at the remaining prizes.
The win not only brings excitement to the lucky individual but also adds to the ongoing success of the Ohio Lottery’s impact in the state. Since its inception in 1974, the Ohio Lottery has contributed more than $33 billion to public education. The funds from lottery sales help support K-12 schools and other educational initiatives throughout the state.
The VIP Millions game continues to attract attention with its high-dollar potential and growing number of winners. More information about the game, remaining prizes, and the Ohio Lottery’s contributions to education can be found at www.ohiolottery.com/supportingeducation.
Players are reminded to play responsibly and to check their tickets frequently — the next big winner could be just one scratch away.
