Kentucky Woman Claims $50,000 Scratch-Off Prize After Stashing Ticket Under Her Pillow
The anonymous winner plans to fund grandchildren’s college with a portion of the payout.
Overview
- The woman bought a $30 $50,000 Ca$h ticket at Pal’s in Oak Grove after her son encouraged the purchase.
- She scratched it in the store, saw a matching 52, then scanned the barcode to confirm a $50,000 win.
- She kept the ticket under her pillow overnight before claiming the prize at Kentucky Lottery Headquarters.
- She received about $36,000 after taxes, according to FOX 56.
- The winner intends to help with grandchildren’s college costs and contribute toward her church’s van, and Pal’s will receive a $500 seller bonus.