(Photo of Surat Kaewmahawon courtesy of the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation)Surat Kaewmahawong of Leamington plays the lottery weekly, but he was still overcome with joy and gratitude when he matched the last six numbers in the October 8 ENCORE draw.
Kaewmahawong started jumping up and down when he realized he won $100,000.
"My kids were so shocked," said the 51-year-old. "They couldn't believe it."
Kaewmahawong bought the ticket at the 7-Eleven on Erie Street South in Leamington.
He plays to pay off some bills and save for his son's education.
Chatham-Kent residents are showing a high level of interest in the upcoming election.
Argentina rallied late for a 2-1 win over England Wednesday to advance to the World Cup Final on Sunday against Spain.
The Bank of Canada held the interest rate at 2.25 per cent.
Environment Canada has issued an Orange Air Quality Warning because smoke from the wildfires in northwestern Ontario are expected to move into the Chatham-Kent and Windsor area later on Wednesday.
The majority of Ontarians say the increase in gas prices this summer has put a crimp in their summer plans, according to a new survey.
The U10 Cougars will play in the Ontario Summer Football League 'A' Division championship this Sunday at York University.
