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Oakland County man thought he won a few dollars in a lottery prize, turns out it was $358k
By Jenny Marchi at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· July 1, 2026
· 1 min read
After an email an Oakland County man thought he won a few dollars from a lottery prize, hours later he found out it was $358,122.The man matched the Fantasy 5 numbers in the June 3 drawing to win the prize (05-10-21-34-37).The 66-year-old player chose to remain anonymous.The man says he plays eve...
Key takeaway “Later that day when I logged on to my account to do my Daily Spin to Win, I couldn’t believe it when a pop-up came up saying I won $358,122.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The surprise windfall for the Oakland County man is a significant one, with $358,122 going a long way in Michigan's economy. As he plans to use his winnings to pay bills, buy a new car, and share with his kids, it's likely that some of that money will stay local, supporting Detroit -area businesses and families. The fact that he bought his ticket online at MichiganLottery.com also highlights the growing trend of online lottery sales, which can have a positive impact on the state's revenue. With the man's plans to pay off bills and invest in a new car, it's possible that his winnings will have a ripple effect in the local community, supporting auto dealerships and other small businesses. As the man enjoys his good fortune, his story may also inspire others in the Detroit area to try their luck, potentially leading to more local winners and a greater economic boost for the region.
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Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
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What is this story about? After an email an Oakland County man thought he won a few dollars from a lottery prize, hours later he found out it was $358,122.The man matched the Fantasy 5 numbers in the June 3 drawing to win the prize (05-10-21-34-37).The 66-year-old player chose to remain anonymous.The man says he plays eve...
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