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A woman from South-Central Kentucky celebrated her birthday by winning a life-changing $5 million from the Kentucky Lottery. After purchasing a $50 scratch-off ticket at Grand Mart, she was astonished to match the winning number. Deciding on a lump sum payout, she walked away with $2,448,000 after taxes. This win marks a historic milestone, being the largest scratch-off prize in Kentucky Lottery history. The retailer who sold the ticket will also receive a bonus for their role in this incredible win, which is expected to inspire more players across the state.
Tompkinsville, Kentucky – A woman from South-Central Kentucky has become a new millionaire after winning a remarkable $5 million jackpot from the Kentucky Lottery. This life-changing win occurred on her birthday, adding a special significance to the occasion.
The unnamed woman purchased the winning ticket, a $50 – $5,000,000 Fortune scratch-off, at Grand Mart in Tompkinsville. After buying the ticket, she scratched it off while sitting in her car. To her astonishment, she matched the winning number 46 on the second-to-last row of the ticket. Surprised by her luck, she immediately returned to Grand Mart to have the ticket scanned by a store clerk for verification.
The moment the clerk confirmed that she had indeed won the substantial prize, the two shared a stunned reaction at the unexpected news. With her fiancé by her side, the couple then traveled to the Kentucky Lottery headquarters to officially claim their winnings.
For her payout, the woman decided against the option of receiving $250,000 per year for 20 years. Instead, she elected to take a lump sum cash payment of $3.4 million. After accounting for taxes, her final check amounted to $2,448,000.
This recent lottery win marks a significant milestone in Kentucky Lottery history, as it represents the largest prize ever won on a scratch-off ticket. Notably, the retailer, Grand Mart, will earn $34,000 as a bonus for selling the winning ticket.
The $5,000,000 Fortune ticket was introduced in October, creating excitement among players with its promise of the largest available scratch-off prize in the Kentucky Lottery. As of now, there is still one $5 million top prize and eleven additional $50,000 prizes left in circulation for this specific game.
In light of her recent financial windfall, the couple plans to utilize their winnings to purchase a new home, marking the beginning of a new chapter in their lives.
The Kentucky Lottery continues to attract players eager for a chance at life-changing prizes, with many keenly following the remaining opportunities available through the current scratch-off games. This latest win serves as a beacon of hope and excitement for those participating in the lottery across the state.
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