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Ohio father of five wins $50K scratch-off prize after store purchase

A Lake County man’s routine purchase turned into a $50,000 windfall, highlighting the continued popularity of Ohio Lottery instant games.

Painesville, Ohio – The Ohio Lottery announced Friday that a father of five from Lake County won $50,000 after purchasing an Ultimate $5,000,000 scratch-off ticket, marking a significant prize from one of the state’s top instant games.

The winning ticket was sold at T & J Market, located at 31716 Vine Street in Willowick, with the Ohio Lottery confirming the winner will receive $36,625 after mandatory state and federal tax withholdings totaling 26.75%. The Ohio Lottery Office of Communications released the details as part of its regular reporting on prize winners and retailer participation.

Winning ticket purchased during routine store visit

Lottery officials said the Painesville man purchased the scratch-off during a standard trip to the store, a common scenario among instant game winners across the state.

The winner told officials he plans to use the money to support his family, including his wife and five children, underscoring the practical impact such prizes can have on everyday households.

The Ultimate $5,000,000 scratch-off game continues to offer substantial prizes, with four top prizes of $200,000 per year for 25 years still remaining as of April 8, according to the Ohio Lottery.

Odds and remaining prizes drive player interest

The game carries overall odds of 1 in 3.61, making it one of the more accessible high-tier scratch-off options available to players. Lottery officials note that instant games like this remain a key driver of participation due to their immediate results and varied prize structure.

Retailers such as T & J Market also benefit from ticket sales, as lottery participation contributes to local business activity in addition to statewide funding initiatives.

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Key Points
• Painesville father of five wins $50,000 on Ohio Lottery scratch-off
• Winning ticket sold at T & J Market in Willowick
• Winner plans to use prize money to support his family

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