The excitement surrounding the California Lottery continues to thrill players across the state, with multiple recent drawings delivering life-altering results for lucky participants. Recently, the results of several key lottery games, including Powerball, Daily 3, and Fantasy 5, revealed not only winning numbers but also incredible stories of fortune for local players.
On February 24, 2025, players eagerly awaited the results of the California Lottery’s various games. The winning numbers for Powerball were drawn as follows: 10, 11, 34, 59, and 68—with the Powerball being 14 and the Power Play set to 3. Daily 3's Midday numbers registered as 1, 2, and 6, and the Evening draw produced 8, 7, and 5. The storied Daily Derby reported the following results: 1st place, 8 (Gorgeous George); 2nd place, 4 (Big Ben); and 3rd place, 7, with race completion time logged at 1:49.47. The Fantasy 5 game also showcased its winners, featuring the numbers 7, 13, 17, 27, and 34, which could change the lives of participants.
But perhaps the most notable tale of luck recently emerged from Atwater, California, where an unnamed woman struck the jackpot with a $10 million winning scratch-off ticket purchased at Shannon's Mini Mart. Shaan Ganodotra, the store owner, explained how the woman frequents the store and usually spends several hundred dollars every few days: “She probably spends a couple hundred dollars andcomes in every three or four days.” This time, her routine visit yielded unexpected fortune.
The colossal win occurred on February 13 when the woman purchased the $30 scratch-off ticket—the one featuring the 200-time jackpot. Ganodotra described the remarkable moment, stating, “She scratched it off here and checked it in the machine. The machine just tells you to fill out (paperwork). It was a crazy reaction… she couldn’t believe it.” The joy and disbelief reflected by the winner encapsulated the excitement brought by such thrilling lottery wins.
Shannon's Mini Mart, which has only been operational for 11 months, has proudly declared itself as the site of this major lottery win. With signs now declaring, “Millionaire made here,” the local community has rallied around this newfound notoriety. Ganodotra expressed his joy for the winner and the positive impact this substantial win brings: “It’s great, someone winning from Atwater. We’ve only been open for 11 months here and someone coming out of here, winning $10 million is huge.”
The ripple effect of this win has not gone unnoticed, as local customers share their excitement. Ganodotra noted, “Sales have doubled because people have heard about it. This is the spot to buy tickets. If you’re giving a million dollar winner, it could happen, you can be the next one.” Such enthusiasm showcases how lottery wins ignite interest and energy within the community, drawing people to participate and engage with the local lottery scene.
Under California Lottery rules, Ganodotra’s store will receive a percentage of the prize, another beneficial aspect of this monumental win. Local retailers often share the excitement of winning tickets sold at their counter as it not only boosts foot traffic but also helps boost sales and community involvement—making the environment lively and engaged.
Such stories of triumph reflect the allure and excitement surrounding lottery games. With the sheer number of games available and the potential for substantial payouts, California Lottery continues to be a beacon of hope for many players. More drawings are on the horizon, and each ticket purchased could represent another chance to change lives forever. With every number drawn, dreams linger on the horizon; who will be the next big winner?