Durham Man Wins $100K Lottery After Haircut Stop

Oscar Galdamez Rosales of Durham won $100,000 from a $20 Ruby Red 7's scratch-off ticket after stopping to get cash for a haircut payment at Lighthouse Food Mart. Rosales, who bought the ticket on a whim, scratched it in his truck and later claimed his prize at lottery headquarters, taking home $71,756 after taxes. He expressed that the money would help him accomplish some personal goals. The Ruby Red 7's lottery game, introduced in August, features three $2 million top prizes and nine $100,000 prizes, with several prizes still unclaimed. Rosales's story highlights a fortunate moment triggered by a routine visit to the barber. The North Carolina Education Lottery promotes responsible play through its Play Smart program.