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In Central Florida, two lucky players have won $61,689.53 each in the Fantasy 5 drawing. Their winning tickets matched the drawn numbers, marking a significant increase from earlier this month. Tickets were sold at Publix in Palm Bay and a Speedway in Orlando, highlighting a unique winning trend in the area. As the Florida Lottery announces these exciting winnings, locals are encouraged to check their tickets and play responsibly while claiming prizes in person.
Central Florida – Two fortunate players in Central Florida are celebrating after winning big in the evening Fantasy 5 drawing, each taking home a prize worth $61,689.53. The winning tickets matched the drawn numbers: 2-7-12-20-25, marking a significant increase compared to earlier winners this month, who received $11,202.78 less. The announcement about the generous winnings was made by the Florida Lottery.
These winning tickets were sold at two popular locations: a Publix supermarket in Palm Bay and a Speedway gas station in Orlando. Notably, in an interesting turn of events, two local players from Orlando purchased winning tickets on the same street, showcasing the unique luck circulating in the area. With each ticket worth more than $61,000, these victories reflect the exciting possibilities provided by the Florida Lottery.
Individuals in the surrounding communities have been encouraged to check their lottery tickets promptly to see if they are among the winners. Additionally, the Florida Lottery emphasizes the importance of playing responsibly. Winners are advised that the amount won must be claimed in person at the Florida Lottery main office in Tallahassee or at district offices throughout the state.
For residents looking to cash in on their winnings in Palm Beach County, the district office is located at 4360 Forest Hill Blvd, Palm Springs. Appointments for claiming winnings can be arranged via email or by calling 561-640-6190. Players who win $250,000 or less also have the option of claiming their prize through the mail for added convenience.
In addition to the recent Fantasy 5 drawing, the Florida Lottery’s results from the Friday through Sunday timeframe featured a total of ten winners across various lottery games. Among the winners was a $1 million Powerball ticket, further adding to the excitement of lottery enthusiasts in the area. Interestingly, a significant portion of winning tickets from that weekend, including multiple Fantasy 5 winners, were sold at Publix supermarkets, indicating the chain’s popularity as a lottery ticket retailer.
Past Fantasy 5 drawings have also yielded substantial jackpots, with tickets sold in places like Dunedin and Panama City garnering prizes of $61,935.98. The ongoing success of these lottery games highlights the growing interest in participating in Florida’s lottery system.
Players across the state can purchase lottery tickets at authorized retail outlets, including gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores. This level of accessibility ensures that a broad audience can partake in the excitement and potential winnings offered by the Florida Lottery.
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Additional Resources
- WFTV News
- Miami Herald
- Fox 35 Orlando
- TCPalm
- CBS 12 News
- Wikipedia: Florida Lottery
- Google Search: Florida Lottery
- Google Scholar: Florida Lottery
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- Google News: Florida Lottery
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