BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — With the Mega Millions jackpot soaring to $980 million, many Kern County residents are daring to dream about what they’d do if they suddenly struck it rich. And for some, that dream has felt surprisingly close — a winning ticket was sold at a Bakersfield Albertsons just two months ago.

The possibility of becoming an overnight millionaire has locals buzzing with excitement, imagining how such a windfall could change their lives.

“I’d Help Anybody I Could”

For Bakersfield resident Coreene Baker, winning would mean transforming not only her own future but her family’s as well.

“I could pay for the care for my mom… take her out of the assisted-care home she’s in,” Baker said. “And I’d give New Covenant Church 10% of it, and with the rest, I’d help anybody I cou

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