2024 Press Releases

Townsend woman wins $10,000 playing MEGA BUCKS BLOWOUT

Dover, DE — Maggie Bartell from Townsend has claimed the latest $10,000 prize from the MEGA BUCKS BLOWOUT Instant Game. Maggie purchased the winning ticket at Wawa #828 on DuPont Parkway in Middletown.

Maggie recently started playing the Delaware Lottery about 6 months ago and was shocked and overjoyed to win, especially since this was her first time purchasing a $30 Instant Game. She shared that she couldn’t believe it happened to her and told her dad about the win first. She expressed how this win will help relieve some financial stress and is considering taking her on a trip with part of the winnings.

"We are so happy for Maggie and excited to see her win such a significant prize," said Helene Keeley, Director of the Delaware Lottery. “Maggie was glowing when she came in to claim her prize and seeing that happiness on her face reminds us why we love what we do."

Try your luck with the popular $30 Instant Game $300,000 PAYOUT that has three top prizes of $300,000 and $100K which still has top prizes of $100,000 available. To find a Delaware Lottery retailer near you, please visit: Where To Buy | Delaware Lottery.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on August 8, 2024.

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