Washington County man enjoys $1 million top prize win

Jamar McAllister of Plymouth tried his luck on a $10 scratch-off and won a $1 million top prize.

McAllister bought his lucky 50X The Cash ticket from Ramseur Gas Co on Jordan Road in Ramseur.

When McAllister arrived at lottery headquarters Monday to claim his prize, he had a decision to make. He could choose to receive his prize as an annuity of $50,000 over 20 years or a lump sum of $600,000. He chose the lump sum of $600,000 and, after required tax withholdings, took home $432,063.

The 50X The Cash game debuted in February 2025 with six top prizes of $1 million. One $1 million prize remains to be claimed.

Washington County has received state grants totaling over $47 million from monies raised by the lottery to help with school construction. For details on other ways money raised by the lottery made a difference in Washington County, visit www.eaglebackflow.com and click on the “Impact” section.