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Last Minute U-Turn Leads This North Carolina Woman To A $200,000 Lottery Win

Author Debbie Nance

I am a big believer in listening to that little voice inside that tugs at you sometimes.  More often than not, I am glad when I listen.  And, many times, I end up regretting it when I don’t.  Well, that scenario played out recently for a North Carolina woman.  A last minute u-turn lead the North Carolina grandma to a $200,00 lottery win.

So, here’s what happened.  According to WBTV, Trina Cotton typically has a habit of going to the same store to buy her lottery tickets on a regular basis.  But, Friday night after getting her nails done she took off on her way home.  But, then she remembered that she neglected to pick up a her usual scratch-off lottery ticket.

And, even though she spotted a store across from where she was, that just wouldn’t do.  So, Cotton made a U-turn and headed to the store she always goes to.  She told lottery officials, “I listened to the voice in my head telling me to go to my store.”  And, what do you know, it paid off for the North Carolina grandma!

Cotton’s lucky store is Turner’s Mini Mart in Rocky Mount.  And, that’s where she bought her $5 Mega Bucks tickets.  The ticket ended up being worth $200,000 for the North Carolina woman.  And, after taxes she pockets more than $142,000.

The $200,000 prize was one of several of the top prizes offered on the game that debuted this month.  According to the lottery website, there are still seven $200,00 prizes that are unclaimed.  Congratulations to Trina.  And, it’s a reminder to always listen to that little voice!  Read the full story on WBTV.

These 6 Cities Are The Best Places To Retire In North Carolina

If you’re looking for a great place to retire look no further than North Carolina. The state offers affordable homes with mild winter temperatures. Additionally, easy access to the coast and mountains makes the state attractive to retirees. Retiring in North Carolina gives you the option of choosing a coastal area, bustling metro area, or college town. The experts over at US News and World Report ranked the top 5 cities to retire in North Carolina. This has me asking how can I be one of those people who retire in their 30s? #goals.

If your retirement dreams include moving to a quaint town full of relaxation, amenities, and activities then you’re in luck. There are some fantastic places to retire in North Carolina. Whether you want to golf, relax on the beach, revel in small-town living, or be closer to the city you won’t be bored in these cities and towns! Some offer various activities perfect for the retiree who wants an active lifestyle. Others are ideal for those looking to fully kick back and relax.

Read the full US News article here or keep reading to see where the top 5 cities to retire in North Carolina are.

  • 6. Greensboro, NC

    Greensboro skyline

    Greensboro, North Carolina skyline from the west. (Photo: Raynor Garey/Getty Images)

    Median monthly mortgage cost: $1,195
    Median monthly rent: $846

    Greensboro is much more affordable than the other large metro areas of the state but it’s still a short drive from all those cities have to offer.

  • 5. Charlotte

    Things to do Charlotte

    Median monthly mortgage cost: $1,419
    Median monthly rent: $1,073

    The largest city in the state has a lot to offer retirees and many others. And while the cost of living is higher than other areas of the state it’s cheaper than many parts of the country.

  • 4. Hickory

    Hickory

    Median monthly mortgage cost: $1,048
    Median monthly rent: $708

    Hickory keeps popping up on lists among the top cities in North Carolina, and in this case placing higher than Charlotte. It’s lower cost of living is a large factor in those rankings.

  • 3. Winston-Salem

    Winston-Salem

    Median monthly mortgage cost: $1,178
    Median monthly rent: $790

    A quieter city in the Triad and with easy access to the popular Yadkin Valley, Charlotte, lakes, and other resources makes Winston a fantastic place to retire.

  • 2. Raleigh and Durham

    North Carolina

    Raleigh, North Carolina, USA downtown skyline.

    Median monthly mortgage cost: $1,602
    Median monthly rent: $1,162

    The triangle gives residents all the benefits of a large city and a metro of the state’s most prominent college towns.

  • 1. Asheville

    Asheville

    Asheville, North Carolina, USA at twilight.

    Median monthly mortgage cost: $1,357
    Median monthly rent: $953

    While it has a significant cost of living, if you can afford to retire in Asheville then its money well spent to spend your time in the beautiful mountains.

Debbie Nance is the afternoon co-host along with her husband on "The Charlie and Debbie Show" at WSOC, Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for 18 years. Debbie is a CMA Award winner for Radio Personality of the Year. And, she has worked in radio for 40 years. Before her current afternoon position, Debbie spent more than a decade as co-host on morning shows in several markets across the Southeast. As a content creator for Country 1037, Debbie writes articles about food, new restaurants in the Carolinas and travel experiences.

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