A lucky customer at H&H Food Mart in San Juan, Texas, scooped a $1.1 million prize in the Texas Two Step lottery draw on March 20th. The convenience store's owner believes this win could boost business for independent retailers.
The Texas Lottery confirmed that a winning ticket worth $1.1 million was sold at H&H Food Mart, located at 914 Sam Houston Blvd. in San Juan. This fortunate purchase was made for the Texas Two Step drawing held on Thursday, March 20.
Saju Peter, the owner of H&H Food Mart, expressed his excitement about the win, stating, 'I think this is the luckiest store in the Valley.' He noted that the attention brought by this significant win was much needed, especially given the challenges faced by independent store owners in the area.
'Stripes and all these [stores] opening everywhere, so here in the Valley now it's very difficult for independent owners,' Peter explained. He also mentioned that H&H Food Mart has a history of selling smaller winning tickets over the years.
According to the Texas Lottery, the ticket sold at H&H Food Mart was one of two winning tickets for this draw. As a result, the winners will need to split the $1.1 million prize. The other winning ticket was purchased at a store in Burkburnett.
The impact of this lottery win extends beyond the lucky ticket holder. Peter reported that his store has seen an increase in customer traffic since news of the winning ticket spread. This boost in business could prove valuable for the independent retailer in a competitive market.
For lottery enthusiasts and hopeful players, this win serves as a reminder of the life-changing potential of lottery games. It also highlights the role that local businesses play in the lottery ecosystem, often serving as the point of purchase for winning tickets.
As the search for the winner continues, the community of San Juan and lottery players across Texas will be eagerly watching to see who claims this substantial prize. The Texas Lottery encourages all players to check their tickets carefully and to claim any prizes promptly.
