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Anne Arundel County woman claims game’s $50K top prize

January 12, 2024
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SEVERN, MD – An Anne Arundel County teacher’s unique dream led to a $50,000 win in the Pick 5 lottery. The Severn resident, a regular lottery player, typically lets the lottery terminal choose her numbers. However, a dream about her late father inspired her to pick a combination based on his birthday, resulting in the top prize.

The winning moment came on Dec. 16, after purchasing her ticket at Walmart #1875 located at 407 George Clauss Boulevard in Severn. The dream-influenced combination of 12930 proved to be a stroke of luck, shaking her with excitement upon discovering her win through the Lottery app.

Overwhelmed with emotion, she broke the news to her husband, leading to a spontaneous celebration. The couple plans to use the winnings to clear family debts and share the remaining funds with their relatives.

As for the retailer, Walmart #1875 in Severn will receive a $500 bonus for selling the winning ticket, adding to the community’s celebration of this unexpected windfall.

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