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Lottery player claims $50,000 prize after spontaneous ticket purchase

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Lottery player claims $50,000 prize after spontaneous ticket purchase

Baltimore, MD A resident of Westminster visited Lottery headquarters to claim a top prize of $50,000 from a scratch-off ticket. The winner described this as the largest prize she has ever won.

She purchased her ticket on a whim while at Sam’s Wine & Spirits because she noticed a jackpot sign.

The winner chose the “$” ticket, which had only a few remaining, standing out to her.

Excitement filled her as she revealed the winning numbers on the ticket.

Visibly shocked, she recounted the moment saying it gave her goosebumps.

The scratch-off game she played was launched in December 2023, with seven other top prizes previously claimed.

Sam’s Wine & Spirits is located at 11130 Reisterstown Road in Owings Mills. The business received a $500 bonus for selling the top prize ticket.

Baltimore player wins $100,000 lottery prize at Severn Walmart

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Baltimore player wins $100,000 lottery prize at Severn Walmart

Baltimore, MD A longtime player of the Maryland Lottery has claimed a $100,000 top prize from the Double Your Money scratch-off ticket. The winner visited a local Walmart on Wednesday while shopping with his family.

After selecting a ticket, he scratched off the barcode to check his winnings. The ticket displayed a message revealing he had won $100,000.

Excited by his newfound fortune, he rushed out of the store and confirmed the win using his phone. The seasoned gamer had never seen a winning message indicating he should take the ticket to the Lottery office.

He plans to use his winnings to purchase a new car and a camper for camping trips with his brother. The $10 ticket has been available since July and still has multiple unclaimed prizes.

The Walmart where the ticket was purchased will receive a $1,000 bonus for selling the top prize.

Man wins $128,772 lottery jackpot after work stress relief

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Man wins $128,772 lottery jackpot after work stress relief

ROCKVILLE, MD – A Rockville resident won $128,772 from a FAST PLAY progressive jackpot, which he described as a way to relieve stress after work. The winner, a federal employee, utilizes Lottery games on his commute home to unwind.

He purchased the winning ticket on Saturday, October 12, at the Lottery vending machine located at Aspen Shell in Rockville. After finishing his shift, he decided to spend some leftover change on two scratch-off tickets and one Big Money Doubler ticket.

“Something told me to get two more tickets instead,” he said. Although he had no luck with the scratch-off tickets, he hit the jackpot with the Big Money Doubler.

When he realized he matched the jackpot, he initially could not believe it. He expressed relief at being able to cover home repairs with his prize, stating, “To know that I can now handle this unexpected expense is such a relief.”

In recognition of the sale, the Lottery awarded a $1,000 bonus to Aspen Shell. The business is located at 4101 Aspen Hill Road in Rockville.

This win adds to the excitement of Lottery players in the area, showcasing the potential rewards of taking a chance on games.

The Rockville man now has the means to address urgent home repair needs.

Maryland Lottery wraps up October with festive events

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Maryland Lottery wraps up October with festive events

Cecil County, MD – The Maryland Lottery events crew is concluding October with several activities. They will host a booth on Saturday, October 18 at the Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill, featuring advanced horse competitions.

The final weekend of October includes three events. On Saturday, October 25, the crew will participate in BARCStoberfest at Patterson Park in Baltimore. This event supports the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS). Attendees can win prizes at their booth from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Shortly after, the team will travel to Westminster for the Maryland Crabcake Festival at the Carroll County Farm Museum on the same day. Prizes can be won at their booth from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The last event for the weekend is on Sunday, October 26, coinciding with the Ravens’ third home game. The booth will be set up at RavensWalk outside M&T Bank Stadium from 10 a.m. until kickoff at 1 p.m. The Ravens will host the Chicago Bears during this game.

In addition, there will be a final event before the month ends at the Power of Age Expo. The Maryland Lottery’s booth will be present at the Timonium Fairgrounds on Wednesday, October 29 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. where attendees can spin a prize wheel.

Events this month will provide attendees opportunities to win prizes while enjoying community activities.

The Maryland Lottery’s variety of activities promises an exciting finale to October festivities.

Ocean City couple hits $50,000 jackpot playing scratch-off lottery game

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Ocean City couple hits $50,000 jackpot playing scratch-off lottery game

BALTIMORE, MD — A couple from Ocean City won $50,000 while playing the Maryland Lottery Deluxe Crossword 10th Edition scratch-off. The husband claimed the prize on Monday, Oct. 9, at the Lottery headquarters in Baltimore.

The couple follows a specific system for playing the Lottery, with the husband purchasing the tickets and the wife scratching them. He bought the $5 crossword game at the Royal Farms in Berlin, and his wife discovered that they had won a top prize.

“She smiled, and then she gave it back to me,” the husband said. His responsibility was to claim the prize as he works in construction.

The couple enjoyed dinner at Waterman’s Seafood in West Ocean City to celebrate their win. The Royal Farms store in Berlin will receive a $500 bonus for selling the winning scratch-off ticket.

The Deluxe Crossword 10th Edition was released less than a month ago, featuring eight top prizes at the $50,000 level. After the couple’s win, seven top prizes remain, along with numerous others in the range of $5 to $10,000.

The couple’s method of playing appears effective, regardless of their winnings.

With a big winner under their belt, the couple’s routine of playing the Lottery continues.

Lucky Ocean City resident wins $50,000 lottery at hometown store

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Lucky Ocean City resident wins $50,000 lottery at hometown store

BROOKLYN PARK, MD — An Ocean City resident recently returned to her former neighborhood and won $50,000 playing the Maryland Lottery. The retired retail associate claimed the top prize from the $5 Break The Bank scratch-off ticket on October 9 at a Brooklyn Park convenience store.

“I use lucky numbers,” she said during her visit to Lottery headquarters. The woman explained that she selects her tickets based on numbers that hold significance to her, often tied to important family dates.

The winner plays almost every day and has had previous success, including three wins of $5,000 each. Her recent winning number is linked to a relative who died recently.

“It feels like she helped it happen,” she said. The winner reported an emotional experience after scratching the ticket, noting a butterfly landed on her table shortly thereafter.

Break The Bank was introduced in retailers’ ticket display boxes in August. The latest win leaves five $50,000 prizes and seven $5,000 second-tier prizes still available.

The retailer, Charlie Wards at 4607 4th Street in Brooklyn Park, will receive a $500 bonus for selling the winning ticket.

This win adds to the growing excitement around the Maryland Lottery and its scratch-off games.

A family connection brought luck and changed a life in an unexpected moment.