Singer, Louisiana Store Sells Winning $2 Million Powerball Ticket

Singer, Louisiana - I'm not sure anything could prepare you for the moment you get a winning ticket playing the Louisiana Lottery. I get fired up when I win $10 on a scratch off, much less TWO MILLION DOLLARS. A gas station here in Southwest Louisiana just sold a winning lottery ticket that has paid out 2 Million Dollars.

The April 29 Powerball drawing was one of the biggest in Louisiana Lottery history, creating 11 millionaires in a single night. Six players won $1 million, five won $2 million, and total winnings reached about $16 million statewide.

Lottery officials say one $1 million winning ticket remains unclaimed. The winner has until October 26 to claim the prize.

I'm not sure if I won the lottery if I would want it known, but there would certainly be signs. Louisiana lottery winners can actually choose to keep their identities private. However, even if a winner remains anonymous through the lottery, word can spread quickly. We all know how small town talk can get, even in bigger areas...

SWLA Gas Station Sells Winning Louisiana Lottery Ticket

It's always cool to see someone from Southwest Louisiana win on the Louisiana Lottery, and the Louisiana Lottery has announced that one winning ticket worth $2 million was sold at Singer Food Store in Singer, located south of DeRidder.

According to KPLC-TV, the winning ticket was purchased by George McLeod, who recently claimed his prize. After taxes were taken out, McLeod received about $1.46 million. The store that sold the winning ticket also received a bonus. According to the Louisiana Lottery, Singer Food Store earned a $20,000 bonus for selling the ticket.

Winning the lottery can be exciting to think about, but it's important to remember that most lottery tickets do not result in a prize. Always play responsibly and only spend what you can afford to lose. If you or someone you know is struggling with a gambling problem, help is available. Call 1-877-770-STOP (7867) for free and confidential assistance. Professional counseling referrals are available for you and your family at no cost. Good luck, and play responsibly.