COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A retired South Carolina state employee
who spent two bucks on the lottery last week is the winner of a
$260 million Powerball jackpot.
Solomon Jackson Jr., of Columbia refused Tuesday to say much
about himself or his plans, including whether he will take his
winnings annually over three decades or in a $129 million lump sum.
Jackson did reveal he was an assistant supervisor for the state
Revenue Department who retired in 2000. He says he is married but
would not say how many children he has.
Jackson did say he doesn't think the money will change him. He
bought his winning ticket and one other at a gas station after
shopping at a nearby Wal-Mart in Columbia.
Powerball is played in 30 states, the District of Columbia and
the U.S. Virgin Islands.
To watch the entire press conference with the winner, click here.
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