UPPER MARLBORO, MD – A routine nail appointment turned into a life-changing moment for one Prince George’s County woman who scratched her way to a $250,000 win after a quick stop next door to her salon.
The lucky winner, who asked to remain anonymous, said she always pops into Bill’s Wine and Liquor on Annapolis Road in Hyattsville after getting her nails done, often buying a few lottery tickets and playing her address on Pick 3. On February 10, she followed her usual routine — and struck gold.
After winning $25 from three $10 scratch-offs, she decided to reinvest the small prize into a $10 Money Bags ticket. When she saw the message “Congratulations!” appear, she thought the number “250000” was just a code — until the store clerk checked the ticket and screamed, “Big money! You won!”
A life-changing win for a local mother
The surprised player said she was overwhelmed with emotion and could hardly believe what she was hearing. “I still can’t believe it,” she told Maryland Lottery officials when claiming her prize in Baltimore. “This is life changing for me.”
She plans to use the winnings to pay off debts for both herself and her daughter, followed by a celebratory dinner and a well-earned vacation. The retailer, Bill’s Wine and Liquor, will receive a $1,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.
- Upper Marlboro woman wins $250,000 on a $10 Money Bags ticket
- The winning ticket was purchased at Bill’s Wine and Liquor in Hyattsville
- She plans to pay off debt and take a celebratory trip with her daughter
The winner described the experience as a moment she’ll never forget — a reminder that sometimes a quick stop after a manicure can truly change your life.
