$1 Million Surprise! Virginia Woman’s Lottery Instincts Hit Big

A Virginia woman’s intuition just scored her a $1 million jackpot. An on-and-off lottery player for over a decade, she plays “when she feels lucky,” according to Maryland Lottery officials.

Her winning moment came during a routine stop at an Annapolis liquor store—just 30 miles south of Baltimore—to grab some drinks before heading home. While browsing, a $20 $1 Million Royale ticket caught her eye. “I couldn’t resist,” she said.

The next day, as she scratched the ticket, a hint of disbelief set in. Unsure if she’d actually won, she called over her son to double-check. “He told me to take it to get scanned, and that’s when I found out it was real,” she shared.

Overwhelmed but grateful, she described her win as “a shock, but a blessing.” She plans to use the prize for family medical expenses and to give her loved ones “a special holiday season.”

Despite the life-changing payout, she’s not done playing. “Maybe I’ll get lucky again one day,” she said with a smile.

While many enjoy lottery games responsibly, gambling can be harmful for some. If you or someone you know struggles with gambling addiction, help is available through the national gambling hotline at 1-800-522-4700 or the National Council on Problem Gambling website.