Tampa woman wins $1 million from lotto scratch-off ticket
(Courtesy: Florida Lottery)
TAMPA, Fla. - A Tampa woman plans to purchase her dream home after winning $1 million from a lottery scratch-off ticket.
The Florida Lottery says 55-year-old Wanda Brana purchased a $20 ticket for the $5,000,000 LUCK scratch-off game, and uncovered the $1 million prize.
Brana chose to receive her winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $760,000.
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She said she already has big plans for the money: "I have been renting for years, but now I'm finally able to afford a house for my family and me!"
Brana purchased her winning ticket from Rome Food Mart, located at 1615 West Sligh Ave. The store will receive a $2,000 bonus commission for selling the winning ticket.