CHRISTIANSBURG: A Virginia resident, Miriam Long, found herself unexpectedly $1 million richer after a fortuitous mistake at a lottery vending machine.
Long, a resident of Christiansburg, recounted how she intended to purchase a Mega Millions ticket at a CVS in Blacksburg. However, a slip of the finger led her to accidentally select a Powerball ticket for the March 18 drawing.
To her astonishment, Long’s inadvertent selection matched the first five winning numbers, securing her the $1 million prize.
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Reflecting on her unexpected windfall, Long described it as the “best mistake” of her life and expressed her shock upon realizing her newfound wealth. “My heart was pounding,” she shared. “It’s overwhelming!”
As for her plans with the sudden fortune, Long remained tight-lipped, leaving speculation swirling about how she might utilize her unexpected winnings.
