North Carolina Cash 5: Two-Time Winner Strikes Again!
March 19, 2026 — Persistence pays off! John Woolard of Washington, NC, has claimed his **second Cash 5 jackpot** in just over 14 years, this time for $259,866.
A Lucky Repeat Performance
Woolard bought his winning $1 ticket on March 13, 2026, at Moody Mart on River Road in Washington, Beaufort County. He matched all five numbers to win the jackpot in that Thursday drawing. He claimed the prize the next day at NC Lottery headquarters in Raleigh, receiving approximately $187,130 after taxes.
This echoes his first big win: **$117,305** from Cash 5 in **December 2012**.
Why This Matters
The odds of winning Cash 5 are 1 in 962,598—steep, but far better than multi-state mega-jackpots. Woolard’s story shows that consistent play in accessible games can lead to meaningful wins, sometimes repeatedly.
Recent Big Cash 5-Style Wins Nationwide
- New Jersey Jersey Cash 5: Record $3.4 million jackpot won March 10, 2026, in Trenton (single ticket)
- Michigan Lotto 47: $3.98 million claimed in March 2026 from Feb. 21 drawing (lump sum ~$2.7M)
Congratulations to John Woolard on his impressive double win! It’s a great example that luck can favor the prepared (and persistent) player.