Atwater Woman Wins $10 Million Lottery at Local Gas Station

ATWATER, Calif. (KFSN) — An unexpected windfall transformed a local resident into the Valley’s latest millionaire after she purchased a winning lottery ticket at a nearby gas station.

On Friday, February 21, 2025, the California Lottery announced that a $30 scratcher ticket purchased at Shannon’s Mini Mart on Shafter Road had won a staggering $10 million jackpot. This jackpot, reported as a 200-time payout, marks one of the largest wins for the area.

The gas station, which has been open for less than a year, has been designated a “lucky retailer” due to the significant prize sold at its location. As a result, Shannon’s Mini Mart will receive a percentage of the winnings, bolstering its status in the community.

Store owner Shannon remarked on the impact of the win, stating, “This is such exciting news for us. We hope this brings even more customers into our store, and we want to help make more millionaires.”

The winning ticket was turned in just days after it was sold, and the Lottery’s spokesperson emphasized how important such wins are for local businesses. “Wins like this not only change the lives of the winners but also benefit the community as a whole,” they stated.

Shannon’s Mini Mart has already noticed a spike in customers since the announcement, with hopes to continue the lucky streak. The store aims to draw in even more patrons by promoting its new status as a lucky retailer.

As the news of the win spreads, residents are encouraged to visit the gas station, with some hoping to replicate the woman’s fortune. Many lottery players believe purchasing tickets from “lucky retailers” increases their chances of winning, contributing to the excitement surrounding the location.