Lucky Wawa': New Jersey lottery player wins $1 million after trip to convenience store.

A New Jersey lottery player won $1 million after purchasing a ticket at a Wawa convenience store. This life-changing win came from a scratch-off ticket, showing that sometimes, good fortune strikes in the most unexpected places.

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The winning ticket was purchased at a Wawa store located in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, which has been dubbed the lucky spot for this major win.

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The winner purchased a $10 scratch-off ticket called “Gold Rush”, which offered a top prize of $1 million.

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The winner will have the option of taking the prize as a lump sum or an annuity. If they choose the lump sum, they will likely receive around $600,000 after taxes, considering federal and state deductions.

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Wawa, a popular convenience store chain in the mid-Atlantic and Northeast, has become a staple for many lottery players. This win only adds to the store’s reputation for being a "lucky" stop for New Jersey residents.

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As part of the prize, Wawa, the store where the winning ticket was sold, will receive a bonus of $10,000 from the New Jersey Lottery for selling the top-winning ticket.

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While the identity of the winner is typically kept anonymous, such a significant prize can have a transformative impact on their life, potentially allowing them to pay off debts, retire early, or invest in their future.

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This win has brought even more attention to Wawa as a go-to spot for lottery tickets. Wawa’s frequent customers, as well as lottery players, may continue to visit the store, hoping for their own "lucky" break.

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