Michigan Man Wins $200K Powerball Prize Using Children's Birthdays

James Allen's winnings quadrupled due to the Power Play feature, plans to use the money to pay off bills.

James Allen, a 63-year-old man from Commerce Township, Michigan, won $200,000 in the Powerball lottery using his children's birthdays as his lucky numbers.
Allen initially thought he had won $50,000, but his prize quadrupled due to the Power Play feature of the game, which he had forgotten about.
The winning ticket was purchased at Hoops Food, Sport, and Spirits located at 2705 Lapeer Road in Auburn Hills.
Allen plans to use his winnings to pay off bills.
Proceeds from the Michigan Lottery support the state's schools.