Gulfport Man Wins $1 Million From Mississippi Lottery Scratch-Off
A man from Gulfport, Mississippi, won $1 million from a Mississippi Lottery scratch-off ticket purchased at a Shell gas station in Long Beach. The winner plans to use his winnings for a new vehicle and savings.
Atlanta, GA, September 9, 2026 — A resident of Gulfport, Mississippi, has become the latest millionaire thanks to a scratch-off ticket purchased in Long Beach. The Mississippi Lottery announced that the winner claimed a $1 million prize from a scratch-off game.
The winning ticket was purchased at a Shell gas station located in Long Beach. The identity of the winner has not been publicly disclosed by the lottery officials. The individual confirmed plans to use a portion of the winnings towards the purchase of a new vehicle, with the remainder designated for savings.
Scratch-off games are a popular offering from the Mississippi Lottery, providing players with instant opportunities to win various cash prizes. The Mississippi Lottery Corporation operates and oversees all lottery games in the state, with proceeds contributing to state programs and initiatives.
Further details regarding the specific scratch-off game or the exact date of the purchase were not immediately available. The lottery typically confirms prize claims once all validation processes are complete. Winners of substantial lottery prizes are often advised on financial planning and prize claiming procedures.
The Shell station where the ticket was purchased is located in Long Beach, a city on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. This marks another significant win for players within the state, highlighting the potential for substantial payouts through the Mississippi Lottery’s diverse range of games.
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