A Lucky Day in Commerce Township, Michigan
Luck certainly found its way to an Oakland County woman who turned out to be a millionaire overnight by purchasing a lottery ticket at a local Meijer gas station.
The said 40-year-old woman had a long-standing habit, shared with her husband, of playing instant game tickets. Their dedication paid off in tremendous capital when she bought a Hamilton instant game ticket at the Meijer gas station located at 1703 Haggerty Highway in Commerce Township.
Sharing her exciting experience, the winner remarked “My husband and I play instant tickets all the time. When we scratched off our Hamilton ticket and saw we won $1 million, we were ecstatic. We always had a feeling the day would come where we won big, and it’s a blessing that it really happened.”
Choosing to keep her identity a secret, the woman walked into the Michigan Lottery headquarters to claim her amazing winnings. She opted for a lump sum of $693,000 over annual payments.
Thinking ahead, this practical and down-to-earth woman has a clear plan about her newly acquired wealth. She intends to buy a new car while diligently saving the remainder of her winnings.
In a world where stories like these are often too good to be true, we’re delighted to witness a tale of fortune, perseverance, and joy unfold right before our eyes. And remember, it could be just one ticket separating you from your dream.
Author: STAFF HERE NOVI WRITER
NOVI STAFF WRITER The NOVI STAFF WRITER represents the experienced team at HERENovi.com, your go-to source for actionable local news and information in Novi, Oakland County, and beyond. Specializing in "news you can use," we cover essential topics like product reviews for personal and business needs, local business directories, politics, real estate trends, neighborhood insights, and state news affecting the area—with deep expertise drawn from years of dedicated reporting and strong community input, including local press releases and business updates. We deliver top reporting on high-value events such as Motor City Comic Con, Michigan State Fair, and Novi Home and Garden Show. Our coverage extends to key organizations like the Novi Chamber of Commerce and Novi Community Foundation, plus leading businesses in automotive, technology, and manufacturing that power the local economy such as Gentherm, Stoneridge, and Daifuku North America. As part of the broader HERE network, including HEREDetroitMI.com, HEREGrandRapids.com, HERENorthville.com, and HEREPlymouth.com, we provide comprehensive, credible insights into Michigan's dynamic landscape.
