North Carolina Man Wins $130,000 Lottery Prize Just Before 40th Birthday
CLINTON, N.C. — A Clinton man is celebrating a life-changing win after landing a $130,000 Cash 5 lottery prize just days before his milestone 40th birthday.
Surprise Wake-Up Call
Corey Hamilton told North Carolina Lottery officials he purchased a Quick Pick ticket at a Han-Dee Hugo’s in Clinton for Tuesday night’s drawing. Hours later, he checked the numbers in the early morning.
“I woke up at 3:30 and said, ‘Wait a second, this can’t be right,’” Hamilton recalled. “I don’t even know how to describe the feeling. I’ve always felt that if it’s meant to happen, then it’s meant to happen”.
A Birthday Gift Like No Other
Hamilton’s big win comes at a perfect time. “Everything has been planned since I turn 40 on Saturday,” he said, calling the prize a timely blessing.
The win not only marks a major financial milestone but also gives him a reason to celebrate his birthday in a way he’ll never forget.
Lottery officials encourage players to always check their tickets carefully and to play responsibly.
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