Westland, Michigan, October 11, 2025
News Summary
Valerie Williams, a 65-year-old resident of Westland, scored a $1 million jackpot during the Michigan Lottery’s Electric Giveaway at Comerica Park. Her entry involved scanning non-winning lottery tickets through the mobile app, making her one of five finalists. Despite initial hesitation to answer the Lottery’s call, she was chosen to spin the wheel, where her color landed successfully. Williams plans to save her winnings and possibly take a vacation with her husband. This event highlights the ongoing success of the Electric Family lottery games.
Westland, Michigan – Valerie Williams, a 65-year-old woman from Westland, won a $1 million prize at the Michigan Lottery’s $1,000,000 Electric Giveaway event. Williams’ victory occurred during a live event at Comerica Park, home of the Detroit Tigers, on September 19.
To enter the giveaway, Williams scanned her non-winning Electric Family lottery tickets using the Michigan Lottery mobile app. She was one of five finalists selected through a random drawing, which gave her the chance to participate in the highly anticipated giveaway.
Initially, Williams was hesitant to answer a call from the Michigan Lottery, suspecting it might be a scam. However, responding to the call led her to discover that she had been chosen as one of the contestants for the event. Each contestant was assigned a color for the spin of the wheel during the live giveaway, and when the wheel landed on green, it identified Williams as the grand prize winner.
During the wheel spin, Williams expressed amazement and excitement, thinking, “No way!” when the wheel landed on her designated color. Following her incredible win, she plans to save the $1 million jackpot for the time being and is considering taking a vacation with her husband.
Interestingly, Williams discovered that by scanning her lottery tickets, she was automatically entered into second-chance drawings, a feature she initially wasn’t aware of. This win highlights the Michigan Lottery’s initiative to allow players the opportunity to win life-changing prizes through their Electric Family games, which have awarded over $74 million in prizes since their launch in June.
The success of the Electric Family lottery games not only provides excitement but also showcases a wide array of potential rewards for players throughout Michigan.
Key Details of the Electric Giveaway
- Winner: Valerie Williams, 65, Westland, Michigan
- Prize Amount: $1 million
- Event Date: September 19
- Location: Comerica Park, Detroit
- Method of Entry: Scanning non-winning Electric Family lottery tickets via mobile app
- Number of Finalists: 5 selected through a random drawing
- Total Prizes in Electric Family games: Over $74 million since launch in June
Background on the Michigan Lottery
The Michigan Lottery has created various programs and games since its establishment, providing players with the chance to win both cash and non-cash prizes. The Electric Family series is one of the newer offerings, designed to bring excitement and increase engagement among lottery players. By offering second-chance drawings and live events, the Lottery aims to keep interest high and reward its participants generously.
FAQ
Who won the $1 million prize in the Michigan Lottery Electric Giveaway?
Valerie Williams, a 65-year-old woman from Westland, won a $1 million prize at the Michigan Lottery’s $1,000,000 Electric Giveaway event.
Where and when did the Electric Giveaway event take place?
The live event took place at Comerica Park during a Detroit Tigers game on September 19.
How did Valerie Williams enter the giveaway?
Williams entered the giveaway by scanning her non-winning Electric Family lottery tickets using the Michigan Lottery mobile app.
What happened during the event?
Each contestant was assigned a color for the wheel spin at the event, and the wheel landed on green, identifying Williams as the winner.
What are Williams’ plans for her winnings?
Following her win, she plans to save the $1 million jackpot for now and is likely to take a vacation with her husband.
What other opportunities are associated with scanning lottery tickets?
Scanning her lottery tickets also automatically entered Williams into second-chance drawings, which she didn’t initially realize.
How much have the Electric Family games awarded in prizes since their launch?
Williams’ win contributes to over $74 million in prizes awarded in Electric Family games since their launch in June.
Key Features of the Electric Giveaway
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Winner | Valerie Williams, 65, Westland |
| Prize Amount | $1 million |
| Event Date | September 19 |
| Location | Comerica Park, Detroit |
| Entry Method | Scanned non-winning Electric Family lottery tickets |
| Number of Finalists | 5 |
| Total Prizes Awarded | Over $74 million |
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Additional Resources
- Michigan Lottery Connect
- MLive
- Patch
- Detroit Free Press
- CBS News Detroit
- Wikipedia: Michigan Lottery
- Google Search: Michigan lottery winner
- Google Scholar: lottery winners Michigan
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- Google News: Michigan lottery 2025
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