Shirley Resident Wins $1 Million Massachusetts Lottery Prize in "100X" Scratch Game

A lucky player from Shirley, Massachusetts, is celebrating after landing a $1 million grand prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery's popular "100X" instant scratch ticket game.

The winner, Mary Dickhaut of Shirley, chose the cash option instead of annual payments. She received a one-time payout of $650,000 before taxes and told lottery officials she plans to enjoy some fun with her newfound winnings.

Winning Ticket Details

• Prize: $1 million grand prize
• Cash Option: $650,000 before taxes
• Winning Ticket Purchased At: M&M Convenience, 1 Front Street, Shirley

The lucky scratch ticket was sold at M&M Convenience, where the store will also celebrate a win. As the retailer that sold the jackpot ticket, it will receive a $10,000 bonus from the Massachusetts State Lottery.

There's still plenty of excitement left in the game. Lottery officials say eight $1 million grand prizes remain unclaimed in the "100X" instant ticket, giving other players another shot at a life-changing win.