Rockford's Stop N Shop Racks Up $10 Million Scratch-Off Victory
Exciting times in Rockford!
Buzzing around the town is a tiny convenience store, Stop N Shop, located on North Huffman Boulevard. Why, you ask? Well, it's all thanks to a whopping $10 million lottery win! This store, known mostly for its snacks and gas, just hit the jackpot, selling a life-changing scratch-off ticket.
The lucky winner played the $10,000,000 Bankroll scratch-off, a game that kicked off late last year, with three top prizes worth $10 million and fifteen $1 million ones. And here's the cherry on top-the first batch of top prizes just lost one of its three $10 million prizes!
Store manager Raj Patel can barely contain his excitement. He's sold some big winners before, ranging from $100,000 to $900,000, but never a $10 million one! The Patel family who've been running the store for over 25 years, are beaming with joy, especially for the mysterious winner. "Our customers are thrilled knowing they can win life-changing amounts right here in our local store!" Patel exclaims.
Despite the anticipation, no one has stepped forward to claim the prize publicly. It's strange since Patel and his team know most of their customers personally, making it all the more surprising that the $10 million winner remains a secret. But they're keeping their fingers crossed, hoping to welcome their big winner soon!
When the lucky individual does claim the prize, Patel and his team will receive a $100,000 selling bonus, which they plan to share with their hard-working staff and invest in some much-needed store upgrades[4]. And to thank their loyal customers, they're planning a summer celebration[5], so stay tuned!
In 2025, Illinois lottery players have already claimed over $568 million in instant ticket prizes, offering games ranging from $1 to $50 in over 7,000 retail spots across the state[6].
[1] The Illinois Lottery confirms the $10 million win but the identity of the winner remains undisclosed.[2] The store manager, Raj Patel, expresses his excitement for the winner and acknowledges the store's role in selling the winning ticket.[3] Despite the shop's close relationships with customers, the winner's identity remains unknown.[4] Store Manager Raj Patel mentions that a portion of the $100,000 selling bonus will be given to employees to appreciate their contributions.[5] Stop N Shop plans to host a celebration to thank their loyal customers.[6] Illinois Lottery offers games with prizes ranging from $1 to $50 at over 7,000 retail spots across the state and players have already won over $568 million in 2025.
Casino-and-gambling enthusiasts in Rockford are buzzing with excitement, as the recent $10 million lottery win at Stop N Shop revitalizes discussions about potential big winnings. The store, known for its snacks and gas, has caught the attention of casino-games enthusiasts, offering a taste of the casino experience within the convenience store setting.
