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Where’s the Luckiest Lottery Store In Michigan?

Megamillions and Powerball both have huge jackpots at the moment. Does the jackpot need to reach a particular amount before you decide to play? And should you play, is there…

Mega Millions Jackpot Nearly 1 Billion Dollars

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Megamillions and Powerball both have huge jackpots at the moment. Does the jackpot need to reach a particular amount before you decide to play? And should you play, is there a store that is the luckiest lottery store in Michigan? YEP.

We give you the Party World convenience store in Comstock Park, Michigan - home to to EIGHT jackpot winners totaling $62 million dollars over the past 17 years! What makes this store so lucky? Some people think it's the four leaf clover they found behind the store back in 2005 (as seen in the story below) - and if you're thinking about making the drive, Party World in Comstock Park is just north of Grand Rapids. 5568 Alpine Ave NW Unit 1, Comstock Park, MI 49321

The Luckiest Lottery Store In Michigan

So is there a place closer to get your lottery ticket(s)? Here's the list of $1 million winners who have bought their tickets recently.

Michigan $1 Million+ Lottery Winners

Jan. 7, 2023 Lotto 47: $1.15 million, Kroger #721, Pinckney

Dec. 24, 2022 Lotto 47: $1.15 million, Rose City EZ Mart, Rose City

Dec. 22, 2022 Diamond 7s: $4 million, Derminer’s Parkside Market, Gaylord

Dec. 15, 2022 Diamond 7s: $4 million, Meijer Store #315 Cash Office, Bad Axe

Dec. 10, 2022 Lotto 47: $3.73 million, GEB Clarkston Inc, Clarkston

Nov. 07, 2022 Powerball: $1 million, Country Corner Supermarket, Stanwood

Nov. 05, 2022 Powerball: $1 million, K&G Deli, Detroit

Oct. 31, 2022 Powerball: $1 million, CVS/Pharmacy 06843, Traverse City

Oct. 29, 2022 Powerball: $1 million, Billy’s Liquor Depot II, Redford

Oct. 29, 2022 Powerball: $1 million, New Buffalo Shell #1725, New Buffalo

Oct. 26, 2022 Powerball: $1 million, Charaf Oil Inc, Dearborn

Sept. 29, 2022 Double Diamond: $1 million, Meijer #251 Gas Station, Stevensville

Sept. 28, 2022: Lotto 47: $5.42 million, online, Redford

Sept. 24, 2022: Powerball: $1 million, Otsego Party Store, Otsego

Sept. 01, 2022: Triple Million: $1 million, Gerths Beef & Deli, Temperance

Aug. 24, 2022: Powerball: $1 million, Meijer #196 Gas Station, Portage

Aug. 11, 2022: $40 Million Cash Payout: $1 million, Adrian Mobil, Adrian

So where does tonight's $1.55 Billion dollar jackpot rank?

Here is a look at the 10 largest U.S. jackpots that have been won and the states where the winning tickets were sold:
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#1 $2.04 billion, Powerball, Nov. 8, 2022 (one ticket, from California)
#2 $1.586 billion, Powerball, Jan. 13, 2016 (three tickets, from California, Florida, Tennessee)
#3 $1.537 billion, Mega Millions, Oct. 23, 2018 (one ticket, from South Carolina)
#4 $1.35 billion, Mega Millions, Jan. 13, 2023 (one ticket, from Maine)
#5 $1.337 billion, Mega Millions, July 29, 2022 (one ticket, from Illinois)
#6 $1.08 billion, Powerball, July 19, 2023 (one ticket, from California)
#7 $1.05 billion, Mega Millions, Jan. 22, 2021 (one ticket, from Michigan)
#8 $768.4 million, Powerball, March 27, 2019 (one ticket, from Wisconsin)
#9 $758.7 million, Powerball, Aug. 23, 2017 (one ticket, from Massachusetts)
#10 $754.6 million, Powerball, Feb. 6, 2023 (one ticket, from Washington state)
Of course, if you'd like to win some instant tickets we can help you with that as well - click here to try your luck! 

Let's take a lovely tour of Oxford - our CSX Workforce CITY OF THE WEEK! (Okay...technically it's a village). We start off with Scott Taylor from Sick Pizza (and our third man during our road trip to Winslow, Arizona last year). Let's take a trip through downtown Oxford.  We begin with Oxford: Gravel Capital of The World... seriously.  Did you know this?

Oxford: Gravel Capital of The World

Alright, folks, let's dive into the fascinating history of Oxford, Michigan, the Gravel Capital of the World. Picture this: It's the 19th century, and Oxford is nestled in the beautiful northern part of Oakland County. It's got something that caught everyone's attention - gravel. Lots and lots of it.

You see, Oxford sits on top of abundant gravel deposits, and that didn't go unnoticed. In the late 1800s, gravel became a hot commodity. It was the stuff needed for roads, railways, and construction projects popping up all over Michigan.

Enterprising folks in Oxford realized they had a golden opportunity beneath their feet. They started digging, and soon enough, the gravel industry took off like a rocket. Oxford became a major supplier of gravel and aggregate materials, not just locally but regionally and beyond.

Imagine the hustle and bustle of gravel pits, trucks hauling gravel, and workers toiling away. The gravel industry became the heart and soul of Oxford's economy, earning it the nickname 'Gravel Capital of the World.'

Over the years, Oxford's gravel helped build countless roads, highways, and structures, shaping the growth and development of Michigan and beyond. And while it might not be as glamorous as Hollywood, Oxford's gravel legacy is a true testament to how local resources can make a global impact.

So, there you have it, the story of Oxford, Michigan, and its rock-solid connection to gravel.

Oxford Videos

One of our first stops was GravCap - a wonderful beer bar and their cool owner Dan...who also gave us some background on the bar's name (and Oxford)

Now let's keep going on our tour, shall we? Stopped by Sullivan's Bar for a little history lesson (and a pint).

Next stop - Zero's Arcade and check out this amazing retro pinball machine:

Oh we're not done...check out this toy store:

Remember the WInslow Trip?

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Our guide to Oxford - Scott Taylor from Sick Pizza (and our driver to Winslow!)


Oxford Tap Wings

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Okay, these wings could be the best in Michigan


Love this Tavern

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Nothing wrong with a good tavern in Oxford


Cool Arcade - Zeros

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Love this arcade


Zeros Arcade

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Scott (the good looking one) and his place Zeros Arcade


Who remembers Xenon?

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What a find at Zero's - Xenon pinball


Beautiful Oxford

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Amazing place to take a walk in Oxford


Veterans Memorial Oxford

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Respect for Veterans here in Oxford


Xmen Pinball at Zeros

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Oh you know i'm playing this one


Beautiful mural in Oxford

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Amazing mural


Oxford - home of Lone Ranger?

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Did you know?


Mainstream Boutique

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What a cool place!


Visiting Mainstream Boutique

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What a great store!


GravCap is amazing

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Oh they got some beer


I'm never leaving this hallway

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GravCap beer


Lets go!

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Visiting the Funky Monkey


What a cool toy store

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Funky Monkey Toys


Funky Monkey follow me

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Funky Monkey Toys - found the books!


Love a good book

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Love to books at Funky Monkey


Singing at Funky Monkey

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Yes we decided to sign to the folks at Funky Monkey


Oxford Bike Shoppe

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Cool folks at Oxford Bike Shoppe


Bagel bomb? yes please.

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Evergreens for a Bagel Bomb


Stopping By Sick Pizza

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Scott Taylor is the man

Jim O'Brien is the Host of "Big Jim's House" Morning Show at 94.7 WCSX in Detroit. Jim spent eight years in the U.S. Naval Submarine Service, has appeared on Shark Tank (Man Medals Season 5 Ep. 2), raised over two million dollars for local charities and is responsible for Glenn Frey Drive and Bob Seger Blvd in the Motor City. Jim's relationship with Classic Rock includes considering Bob Seger, Phil Collen from Def Leppard, Wally Palmer of the Romantics and many others good friends. Jim writes about ‘80s movies, cars, weird food trends and “as seen on TikTok” content.