ELYRIA, OH — A lottery player in Elyria claimed a $10,000 prize after purchasing a winning $500,000 Cashword scratch-off ticket from Giant Eagle #6375, located at 320 Market Drive.
The lucky win came from the popular Ohio Lottery game, which offers top prizes of $500,000. After mandatory state and federal taxes amounting to 28 percent, the winner will take home approximately $7,200.
Giant Eagle #6375 will also celebrate the sale of the winning ticket, as retailers often receive recognition for big wins.
Ohio Lottery officials continue to remind players to check their tickets carefully for potential winnings and enjoy Lottery games responsibly.