Haywood County Resident Hits Big with $318,544 Cash 5 Jackpot!

Haywood County --  A wave of excitement is sweeping through Haywood County following the news that one of its own won a hefty $318,544 jackpot in the North Carolina Education Lottery's Cash 5 drawing on July 3.

The life-changing winning ticket was sold right here in Maggie Valley at the Maggie Valley Mart on Soco Road.

While the lucky winner's identity remains a mystery for now, the buzz around the community is palpable. The odds of hitting a Cash 5 jackpot are quite slim, standing at 1 in 962,598, making this a truly remarkable stroke of luck for the local resident.

For those dreaming of following in their footsteps, the North Carolina Education Lottery has already reset the Cash 5 jackpot for the Fourth of July drawing to an estimated $100,000.

What's Next for the Winner?

The Haywood County resident has 180 days from the July 3 drawing date to claim their substantial prize. Since the winnings exceed $100,000, the fortunate individual will need to make the journey to the NC Lottery Headquarters in Raleigh to officially claim their jackpot. To complete the process, they'll need to present a valid photo ID and their Social Security card.