A Michigan man is celebrating a life-changing win after hitting big on the Lucky For Life lottery game in January — and choosing to take home a massive cash payout instead.
🎉 A Big Win in Macomb County
David Holfelder, 78, from Eastpointe, matched all five winning numbers — 3, 10, 22, 32, and 38 — in the January 21 drawing. That lucky ticket earned him $25,000 a year for life.
He bought the winning ticket at One Stop Liquor Shoppe on East 9 Mile Road, proving once again that big dreams can start at your neighborhood store.
📱 A Surprise Check on His Phone
Holfelder said he found out about his win after scanning his ticket using the Michigan Lottery app.
“I was so excited when I saw I’d finally won a big prize,” he shared. “It felt terrific, satisfying, and honestly… about time!”
After years of playing, his patience finally paid off.
💰 Choosing Cash Over Annual Payments
Instead of taking yearly payments, Holfelder decided to go with a one-time lump sum of $390,000.
Here’s what he chose between:
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✅ $25,000 every year for life
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✅ $390,000 in one payment (his final pick)
He plans to use the money to:
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Help his family
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Buy a new home
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Enjoy his retirement with less stress
⭐ Quick Facts About Lucky For Life
If you’re thinking about playing, here’s what you should know:
🎟 Ticket Price:
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$2 per play
🏆 Top Prize:
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$1,000 a day for life (match five numbers + Lucky Ball)
💵 Second Prize:
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$25,000 a year for life (match five numbers only)
⏰ Drawing Time:
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Every day at 10:38 p.m.
📍 Where to Buy:
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Available at authorized lottery retailers across Michigan
🚀 Why This Win Is So Special
Holfelder’s story shows that consistency and a little luck can truly pay off.
Highlights:
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🎯 Matched all five numbers
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📲 Discovered the win through the app
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💵 Walked away with nearly $400,000
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🏡 Planning a brighter future
Sometimes, one ticket really can change everything.
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