New Bern, North Carolina, September 10, 2025
News Summary
Christopher Hicks, a resident of New Bern, recently claimed a $100,000 prize from the North Carolina Lottery after purchasing a $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe scratch-off ticket. The winning ticket was bought at Fairfield Fuel Market. After taxes, Hicks received a total of $71,756. This win is part of a trend of notable lottery achievements in the area, including another local winner of a $6.7 million jackpot. Lottery officials continue to promote responsible gaming.
New Bern Resident Wins $100,000 Lottery Prize
New Bern, North Carolina — A local resident has claimed a significant lottery prize after purchasing a scratch-off ticket recently. Christopher Hicks purchased a $2,000,000 Diamond Deluxe scratch-off ticket and won a $100,000 prize from the North Carolina Education Lottery. The winning ticket was bought at Fairfield Fuel Market located on Broad Creek Road in New Bern.
Details of the Win and Claim Process
Hicks arrived at the North Carolina lottery headquarters on Monday to officially claim his prize. As part of the standard process, federal and state taxes were withheld from the winnings, leaving him with a final amount of $71,756. The official release of this news occurred on September 9, 2025, further highlighting the recent success of the local lottery player.
Other Notable Lottery Wins in New Bern
This win comes shortly after another notable lottery achievement by a New Bern resident, who recently claimed the largest digital instant jackpot in North Carolina history. That jackpot was worth $6.7 million and was awarded through a digital instant win game under the NC Lottery.
About the Tickets and Odds
The Diamond Deluxe scratch-off ticket, purchased for $20, had particularly challenging odds of winning the Grand Fortune jackpot, which stood at 1 in 25,000,000. Despite the difficult odds, Hicks’ success underscores the potential for such big wins with chance-based games.
Digital Instant Win and Jackpot Information
This recent victory marks the largest digital instant win since these games were introduced in November 2023. The current top prize in this category resets at $150,000 and continues to grow as more tickets are purchased. The previous record for a digital instant win stood at $1.3 million before this latest achievement. Winners of these games have a window of 180 days to claim their prizes.
Lottery Draw Schedule and Results Access
The North Carolina education lottery draws are scheduled for every night at 11:22 p.m. The Mega Millions draw occurs twice a week at 11 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays, while the Powerball draw is held at 10:59 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. For those interested in checking winning numbers or verifying results, lottery results are readily available online, including on the FOX8 website.
Responsible Gambling and Support Resources
Officials emphasize responsible gaming and encourage individuals to seek help if gambling becomes problematic. Resources include the national gambling hotline at 1-800-522-4700 and the National Council on Problem Gambling’s website. These services provide support and assistance for those experiencing gambling-related issues.
Summary
The recent lottery success in New Bern highlights the ongoing excitement and potential monetary gains from participating in various lottery games. With large jackpots and rising prize amounts, players are encouraged to play responsibly while enjoying the entertainment and chance at life-changing winnings. Both digital and traditional lottery games continue to captivate residents, contributing to local enthusiasm and community engagement.
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- WNCT News
- Wikipedia: North Carolina Education Lottery
- WITN News
- Google Search: New Bern Lottery Winnings
- NC Lottery News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- WCTI News
- Google News: New Bern Lottery
- WRAL News
- Google Scholar: North Carolina Lottery
- ABC11 News
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