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‘My legs gave out’ says a Wayne County woman after winning a $395,479 lottery prize
By Jenny Marchi at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· July 16, 2026
· 1 min read
A Wayne County woman says her “legs gave out” after she found out she won a $395,479 Lucky 7s Fast Cash jackpot from the Michigan Lottery.The 78-year-old woman has chosen to remain anonymous.The woman says says the cashier picked out the Lucky 7s game, but when she took it to the scanner the mach...
Key takeaway The woman says says the cashier picked out the Lucky 7s game, but when she took it to the scanner the machine wouldn’t tell her anything, so she took it back to the counter.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The Michigan Lottery's latest big winner, a 78-year-old Wayne County woman, has brought attention to the role of local retailers in selling winning tickets. In this case, the Meijer store in Southgate was where she purchased her Lucky 7s Fast Cash jackpot ticket. This win is a boon for the local community, as lottery revenue is used to support Michigan's public schools and other state programs. The fact that the woman plans to save her winnings also speaks to the financial security that many local residents strive for, particularly in retirement. As the winner claims her prize and makes plans for the future, her story may inspire others in the area to consider playing the lottery or exploring other ways to build their own financial stability. The impact of her win will likely be felt in the community for some time to come.
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Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
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What is this story about? A Wayne County woman says her “legs gave out” after she found out she won a $395,479 Lucky 7s Fast Cash jackpot from the Michigan Lottery.The 78-year-old woman has chosen to remain anonymous.The woman says says the cashier picked out the Lucky 7s game, but when she took it to the scanner the mach...
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