A Mesquite local is swimming in dough after scratching their way to a cool million. The Texas Lottery confirmed a "Millionaire Maker" ticket bought at Mr. Joe's Food Mart on Motley Drive turned this anonymous buyer's fortune on a dime.

The winner, who's keeping their name out of the spotlight, secured the third million-dollar jackpot of the game, leaving a dozen more up for grabs. Past winners have also hailed from Texas's northern cities, including a lucky soul from Lewisville who struck gold in September, FOX 4 News reported.

Those looking to follow in the fresh millionaire's footsteps should note that the odds are formidable, if not exactly friendly, lurking at about 1 in 3.54 of winning any prize—from your money back to the big leagues. Despite the long odds, the Texas Lottery continues to boast more than $200 million in total prizes across the state, as per WFAA.

Last October, anyone angling for insights on where the most golden tickets were found could scope out a map detailing lottery winner hotspots throughout North Texas. North Texas cities dominate the top 10 for Texas lottery millionaires. With games aplenty, the lottery's arm extends far and wide for Texans feeling lucky—or just game for a gamble, according to a WFAA report.