Six figure lottery win lands at king food mart
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Six figure lottery win lands at King Food Mart

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February 19, 2026

Southington store sells 100000 dollar Cashword scratch off winner

SOUTHINGTON, CT – A Connecticut Lottery player scored a 100000 dollar payday after purchasing a winning 500,000 Cashword 2nd Edition scratch-off ticket at a Southington convenience store.

The winning ticket was sold on Feb. 18 at King Food Mart Inc in Southington, according to Connecticut Lottery records.

The 500,000 Cashword 2nd Edition is a scratch-off game that offers multiple prize tiers, including top awards and mid-level payouts. The 100000 dollar prize marks one of the game’s high-tier wins.

No information about the winner has been released. Under Connecticut Lottery rules, prize winners have a designated period from the date of the drawing or purchase to claim their winnings.

Retailers that sell high-tier winning tickets typically receive a bonus commission from the lottery.

The Connecticut Lottery continues to generate funding for state programs through ticket sales across the state.

Key Points

  • A 100000 dollar 500,000 Cashword 2nd Edition ticket was sold in Southington
  • The winning ticket was purchased at King Food Mart Inc
  • Winner details have not been publicly released
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