Couple claims half of jackpot, retires
From Times Wire Reports
A couple from Cape May County claimed half of the record $390 million Mega Millions jackpot and said they were retired -- effective immediately.
Elaine and Harold Messner chose the cash option for the prize from the March 6 drawing in the multistate game. They will receive $116,557,083 before taxes.
“We feel very fortunate and blessed,” said Harold Messner, 57, a general contractor who bought the winning ticket.
A truck driver in Georgia had the other winning ticket.
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