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Michigan man will ‘breathe easier’ after winning $1 million lottery prize
By Jenny Marchi at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
A Michigan man says he can ‘breathe easier’ after winning a $1 million prize from the Lottery.The man won the prize by winning the Michigan Lottery’s Millionaire Maker instant game.The Calhoun County, 46, man chose to remain anonymous.“I don’t play the lottery a lot, but whenever I feel like buyi...
Key takeaway “I don’t play the lottery a lot, but whenever I feel like buying a ticket, I’ll buy one,” the man said, “When I saw it was a $1 million winner, I freaked out, it feels like I can breathe again.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The Michigan Lottery's Millionaire Maker instant game has given a Calhoun County man a significant financial boost, and his plans to buy a new car and save the remainder of his winnings will likely have a ripple effect in the local economy. As he invests in a new vehicle, it's possible that he'll be supporting local automotive businesses, which could lead to a boost in sales for dealerships in the area. Additionally, his decision to save a portion of his winnings may lead to increased deposits in local banks, potentially stimulating lending and investment in the community. The fact that he purchased his winning ticket at a Battle Creek business, Lakeview Liquor, also highlights the importance of local retailers in supporting the state's lottery system and contributing to the economic well-being of their communities.
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Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
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What is this story about? A Michigan man says he can ‘breathe easier’ after winning a $1 million prize from the Lottery.The man won the prize by winning the Michigan Lottery’s Millionaire Maker instant game.The Calhoun County, 46, man chose to remain anonymous.“I don’t play the lottery a lot, but whenever I feel like buyi...
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