North Carolina Man Wins $1 Million Lottery with Found $20 Bill

Jerry Hicks discovered a $20 bill and used it to purchase a lottery ticket, leading to a life-changing win.

Jerry Hicks, a master carpenter from Banner Elk, found a $20 bill outside a Speedway gas station in Boone, North Carolina.
Hicks used the found money to buy an Extreme Cash scratch-off ticket, winning the $1 million top prize.
He opted for a lump sum payment of $600,000, receiving $429,007 after taxes.
Hicks plans to retire after 56 years as a carpenter and use the winnings to support his children.
To celebrate, Hicks humorously stated he would head to Golden Corral to enjoy a feast.