Des Moines Resident Wins Mega Millions Jackpot: “I Feel Giddy and Disbelieving”

Des Moines Resident Wins Mega Millions Jackpot: “I Feel Giddy and Disbelieving”Des Moines Resident Wins Mega Millions Jackpot: “I Feel Giddy and Disbelieving” For a lucky Des Moines resident, the Mega Millions jackpot has transformed a regular day into an extraordinary one. After matching all six winning numbers in the July 26th drawing, the individual has become the state’s first-ever Mega Millions jackpot winner. Upon discovering their windfall, the winner expressed a mixture of disbelief and excitement. “I still can’t believe it’s real,” they said. “I feel giddy and disbelieving.” The winning ticket, purchased at a local convenience store, matched the numbers 18, 39, 43, 59, and 63, plus the Mega Ball of 13. The lucky winner chose the cash option, which amounts to an estimated $128.6 million before taxes. The resident, who has opted to remain anonymous, said they plan to use the winnings to pay off debts, invest for the future, and share with their family and friends. They also expressed a desire to make a positive impact on their community. The Mega Millions jackpot, one of the largest in the game’s history, had been rolling over for 29 consecutive drawings before the winning ticket was sold. The Iowa Lottery officials congratulated the winner and thanked them for supporting public education initiatives in the state. “This is an incredible moment for Iowa and a testament to the luck that can strike anywhere,” said Terry Rich, CEO of the Iowa Lottery. “We wish the winner all the best as they embark on this new chapter of their lives.” The Des Moines resident’s win is not only a personal triumph but also a reminder that anyone can participate in the lottery and dream big. As the winner said, “It’s like a fairy tale. I never thought it could happen to me, but it did.”