Florida Woman Wins $5 Million MEGA 7’s Scratch-Off Prize
A Florida woman is celebrating a major lottery win after claiming a $5 million top prize from a Florida Lottery scratch-off ticket.
Georgia Smith visited lottery headquarters in Tallahassee on June 30 to collect her winnings from the $20 MEGA 7’s game. Instead of receiving annual payments, she opted for a one-time lump-sum payment of $3,089,000.
The winning ticket was purchased at a Murphy USA gas station located at 2769 S.E. Highway 70 in Arcadia.
MEGA 7’s Scratch-Off Game Details
The MEGA 7’s game launched with a $5 million top prize and more than $268 million in total cash prizes. According to the Florida Lottery, the overall odds of winning any prize are 1 in 3.33.
Florida Lottery’s Impact on Education
Florida law allows the Lottery to release winners’ names and hometowns as public records after a 90-day waiting period.
The Florida Lottery also plays a significant role in supporting the state's economy and education system. According to the agency, approximately 99% of its revenue goes back into Florida through prizes, retailer commissions, and education funding.
Since 1988, the lottery has:
- Paid out more than $110 billion in prizes.
- Created over 4,900 millionaires.
- Contributed more than $51 billion to public education, including the Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Smith’s win adds another big prize to the Florida Lottery’s growing list of scratch-off success stories.
