Wapakoneta man’s $1 million Cashword win turns a scratch-off into a fortune

Wapakoneta man’s $1 million Cashword win turns a scratch-off into a fortune
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Wapakoneta, Ohio — A lottery player in Wapakoneta is celebrating a life-changing win after claiming the $1 million top prize on the Ohio Lottery’s $1,000,000 Cashword scratch-off ticket.

The winning ticket was purchased at Wapak Marathon, located at 1003 Defiance Street. The winner chose the $500,000 cash option instead of the $40,000-per-year annuity over 25 years. After mandatory state and federal taxes totaling 28 percent, the winner will take home approximately $360,000.

$1,000,000 Cashword is a popular scratch-off game, offering players a chance to win significant prizes, including the $1 million jackpot. Details about this and other Ohio Lottery scratch-off games are available on the Lottery’s website.

Wapak Marathon adds its name to the growing list of lucky retailers in Ohio, becoming the site of a top-prize-winning ticket.