Rapid City Resident Wins $5 Million Lottery Jackpot

Rapid City Resident Wins $5 Million Lottery JackpotRapid City Resident Wins $5 Million Lottery Jackpot A Rapid City resident has become the latest multi-millionaire after winning the top prize in the South Dakota Lottery’s Powerball drawing. The winning ticket, which matched all six numbers, was purchased at a local convenience store on Wednesday night. The numbers drawn were 19, 24, 42, 43, and 57, with a Powerball number of 10. The winner, who wishes to remain anonymous, has claimed their prize and is now the proud owner of a $5 million windfall. After taxes, they will receive a lump sum payment of approximately $3.5 million. “I still can’t believe I won,” said the winner in a statement released by the South Dakota Lottery. “I’ve been playing the lottery for years, but I never expected to actually hit the jackpot.” The winner plans to use some of the money to help family and friends, pay off debts, and invest in the community. They also expressed a desire to travel and explore new hobbies. The South Dakota Lottery is reminding players that there is still a Powerball jackpot up for grabs in the next drawing. The current jackpot is estimated at $60 million. This is not the first time a Rapid City resident has won a major lottery prize. In 2015, a local woman won a $10 million scratch-off ticket. “We are thrilled to have had another major lottery win in our state,” said South Dakota Lottery Director Norm Lingle. “This shows that playing the lottery can change lives, and we encourage everyone to play responsibly.”