Asheville, September 27, 2025
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Lee Cox, an Asheville resident, has won a stunning $120,000 prize from the Cash 5 lottery after purchasing a ticket for just $1. The win has generated excitement in the community as Cox looks forward to investing his winnings in property at Holden Beach. With a significant jackpot and careful planning, Cox’s story highlights the joy and opportunities that lottery wins can bring to individuals and families.
Asheville – An Asheville resident named Lee Cox has hit the jackpot with a $120,000 prize from the Cash 5 lottery. Cox purchased his winning ticket for just $1 at iMarket on Tunnel Road in Asheville during the week of September 15. The North Carolina Education Lottery announced his win on Friday, September 19, generating excitement throughout the community.
After receiving the life-changing news, Cox struggled to sleep, describing the experience as feeling like “a kid at Christmas.” His wife also found it difficult to rest after he shared the thrilling news of their unexpected fortune. On Monday, September 22, Cox went to the lottery headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina, to claim his prize. After taxes were deducted, he received a total of $86,101 from his winnings.
Cox has plans to use his lottery winnings to purchase land at Holden Beach, a popular destination along the North Carolina-South Carolina coastline. This decision reflects a common aspiration among lottery winners to invest their newfound wealth in property and create lasting memories with family and friends.
The Cash 5 lottery game offers a low-cost ticket option, and players have a chance to win significant prizes by matching all five numbers drawn. The odds of winning in this game are approximately 1 in 962,598, making Cox’s victory quite remarkable. Players have the option to purchase physical tickets or to play via the NC Lottery Official Mobile App, which has made participating in the lottery more accessible than ever.
As Cox celebrates his win and the new opportunities it brings, it’s important to recognize the implications of gambling. For individuals who may be struggling with gambling addiction, help is available through the National Problem Gambling Helpline Network at 1-800-522-4700. The lottery can be a fun and exciting form of entertainment, but it is essential to play responsibly.
This win comes at a time when the Cash 5 lottery continues to gain popularity among players in North Carolina. The increase in players, drawn by the potential of winning significant amounts with a minimal investment, has created a buzz about lottery games in general.
Asheville welcomes this joyful news, marking a moment of celebration for Cox, his family, and the local community. With hopes of new beginnings at Holden Beach, Cox’s story serves as a reminder that dreams can come true, sometimes in the most unexpected ways.
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- WBTV News
- Wikipedia: Lottery
- Charlotte Observer
- Google Search: North Carolina lottery
- WLOS News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Luck
- WSOC TV
- Google News: Asheville lottery winners
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