Spokane Player Wins $1.235 Million HIT 5 Jackpot in February 26 Drawing

Big luck hit Spokane, Washington this week! ? A local player scored the $1.235 million HIT 5 Cashpot from the February 26 drawing, according to Washington's Lottery.

The winning ticket was sold at Fred Meyer on North Division Street. Not only did the player win big, but the store is also celebrating — it earns a $12,350 bonus just for selling the lucky ticket. That’s a win-win!

Don’t Forget to Check Your Ticket ?

Lottery officials are reminding everyone to double-check their numbers. Here’s what you should know:

• Winners have 180 days from the draw date to claim prizes.

• Any unclaimed prize money goes into a reserve account.

• Extra funds are transferred each June to the Washington Opportunity Pathways Account (WOPA).

And that’s where it gets even better — WOPA helps fund:

• ? College scholarships and student support

• ? Early childhood education programs across the state

So even if someone misses out on claiming a prize, the money still goes toward something meaningful.

But if you played HIT 5 in Spokane, now’s the time to grab that ticket and take a close look — you might be holding a life-changing payday!