Travis Thompson of Florence. Photo courtesy of Ontario Lottery and and Gaming Corporation (OLG). Travis Thompson of Florence. Photo courtesy of Ontario Lottery and and Gaming Corporation (OLG).
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Instant jackpot win for Florence man

A Florence man is celebrating a lottery win after going all-in.

Ontario Lottery and Gaming (OLG) said Travis Thompson anted up to win a $160,000 jackpot playing POKER LOTTO ALL IN on January 19.

Thompson also walked away with $5,000 from the instant portion of his POKER LOTTO play, bringing his total winnings to $165,080.60.

The winning ticket was purchased at Bothwell Dairy Case on Main Street in Bothwell.

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