Shiawassee County Man Wins Big Lottery Jackpot on His Birthday

It was a birthday like no other for a Shiawassee County man who bought a Club Keno ticket on his big day and cashed in for a big present.

Richard Lake matched 10 of the winning numbers in the February 9 drawing which was good for $100,000. But thanks to the Club Keno Kicker, his prize was doubled to $200,000.

Shiawassee County Man Buys Winning Lottery Ticket on His Birthday

Lake tells the Michigan Lottery that he bought his ticket at the American Legion Post No. 248 in Laingsburg. Langsburg is about 20 miles northeast of Lansing.

It turns out that buying a Club Keno ticket on his birthday was a great present for himself.

"I love playing Club Keno and play often at the American Legion. I was there on my birthday and bought a ticket just before I left," he said. "When I stopped at a party store later in the day, I checked my ticket and was very happily surprised that I had won $200,000!"

Lake went on to say that he plans to invest his winnings.

Can You Stay Anonymous if You Win a Big Lottery Jackpot in Michigan?

Winning a big jackpot from the Michigan Lottery seems like it would be a dream come true. But it could be problematic if you're forced to reveal your identity.

The good news is, that Michigan residents who win more than $10,000 playing state-only games have the option to remain anonymous.

However, residents who win jackpots playing multi-state games like PowerBall and Mega Millions have to be identified. However, winners are allowed to form a 'Lottery Club' with a paid representative who can be identified as the face of the club. While the identity of the representative must be made public, the other club members can remain anonymous.

We shared more on Michigan Lottery Clubs here.

Six Michiganians Whose Lives Were Ruined After Winning Big Lottery Jackpots

We all think winning the lottery would solve all of our problems. But you know what they say: "Be careful what you wish for."

Take a look at these six Michigan residents who won life-changing money from the Michigan Lottery. Unfortunately, all of their lives took a drastic turn for the worse soon after their wins.

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This Michigan Home Has an Indoor Pool (But Needs a Little TLC)

Just think of the money you'd save on gym memberships.

Owning a house with a pool in Michigan usually means enjoying a pool for about four months and loathing it the rest of the year. Not this house. This baby has an indoor pool that can be used year-round.

Although we do admit that it needs a bit of TLC.

Gallery Credit: George McIntyre

Check Out 27 TV Shows That Were All Set in Michigan

Michigan is a great state surrounded by the Great Lakes - and it also makes a great setting for a TV show.

We all know that 'Home Improvement' starring Michigan's own Tim Allen is set here in Michigan, but that's just the tip of the iceberg. Or in this case, the tip of the Mitten.

Check out these 27 TV shows that have been based right here in good ol' Michigan.

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