CECIL COUNTY, MD — A grandmother from Cecil County celebrated a significant lottery win, claiming a $50,000 prize from the Maryland Lottery’s Pick 5 game. The winning numbers, which align with her wedding anniversary, brought her the top prize from the March 9 midday drawing.
The fortunate player, a retiree who enjoys fishing and spending time with her grandsons, was stunned to see her $1 straight bet turn into a $50,000 windfall. She has faithfully played these numbers since her husband’s passing, marking her most substantial win to date.
The winner plans to allocate the funds towards bill payments and intends to spoil her grandsons with the remainder. Prior to this, her highest lottery win had been $1,000, making this victory especially meaningful.
The winning ticket was purchased at the Stop & Go convenience store in North East, Cecil County. The store will be rewarded with a $500 bonus from the Lottery for selling the winning ticket. This win underscores the personal connections and stories often found behind lottery numbers and the joy they can bring.