PORTAGE, Mich. (WILX) - While nobody in Michigan was lucky enough to claim the nearly $1 billion Mega Millions jackpot this weekend, somebody is now a multi-millionaire.

A player in Michigan matched all five white balls in Friday’s drawing. The ticket, bought in Portage — just south of Kalamazoo — had a 3X multiplier, making it a $3 million prize.

“The Mega Millions jackpot run brought excitement to Michiganders everywhere, especially the lucky player who won $3 million in Friday night’s drawing,” said Lottery Commissioner Suzanna Shkreli. “In all, players in Michigan won nearly $14 million in prizes during the jackpot run.”The lucky winner should contact the Lottery’s Player Relations division at 844-917-6325 to claim the prize. Mega Millions prizes must be claimed within one year from

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