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"I have been playing the same set of number for four years," Olson said. "I checked the numbers online the morning after the drawing, as I always do, and recognized them right away. I was in a daze for a few days after winning because I just couldn't believe it. My wife and I feel like we are on cloud nine."
Olson chose to receive his prize as a one-time, lump sum payment of $390,000, rather than the annuity payments of $25,000 a year for life.
He said the jackpot will allow him to pay off some bills and live comfortably.
"Winning is life-changing. It feels good knowing that when unexpected situations come up, such as a car breaking down, we no longer have to worry about it financially," Olson said.