A central Iowa man’s $1 lottery prize has now made international news. And yes, you read that right.
Tyler Heep of Urbandale decided to have some fun with it when he won $1 on a lottery scratch ticket. He came to lottery headquarters in Clive earlier this month and asked if we’d give him a ceremonial check for his prize just like we do for our very biggest prize winners. We said of course – it’s a winning experience, after all! Tyler then posted the picture of him proudly posing with his oversized check on social media, and the story took off from there.
His story has now been shared across the country. Media outlets also have picked it up and it’s officially gone international: The Daily Mail in London has run an article about Tyler’s “big” win.
Just like our very biggest prize winners, Tyler was asked what he planned to do with his winnings. He said he’s already spent his $1 -- on half a gallon of gas.
Thank you, Tyler, for reminding us all to have fun in life!
HE DOSEN'T LOOK VERY HAPPY. WHERES THE SMILE?
Posted by: Dick Tickal | January 25, 2019 at 10:26 AM
What a nice win Tyler, Congrats!
Posted by: tina bragg | January 23, 2019 at 10:42 PM
I love this!!! It put a smile on my face. :) I didn't know this could be done!! Way to go IA Lottery for your time to make this happen! So awesome!
Posted by: Bird Rodgers | January 23, 2019 at 10:18 PM
Congratulations Tyleron your BIG win
Posted by: Pamela Hagedorn | January 23, 2019 at 12:11 AM