January 16th 2024.
According to a report by WSBTV, a couple from Versailles, Missouri, got the surprise of a lifetime when they discovered their Show Me Cash ticket was worth a staggering $130,000, instead of the initial $30,000 they thought they had won. The Missouri Lottery employee who broke the news to them congratulated them on their significant win, leaving the winners in shock and disbelief.
The lucky couple had purchased their winning ticket at Walmart on 1003 W. Newton in Versailles, but they had no idea of the true value of their prize. While one of the winners had a hunch that they might have won big, they couldn't be sure until they made their way to the lottery headquarters in Jefferson City for confirmation.
To their amazement, the Missouri Lottery officials confirmed that their ticket had matched all five numbers drawn on Dec. 15, making them the sole winners of the impressive $130,000 Show Me Cash jackpot. Overjoyed with their good fortune, the winners shared, "It was a good surprise. We thought it was $30,000 and were happy with that!" It's safe to say that their initial excitement must have multiplied tenfold when they realized the actual amount of their winnings.
For those curious, the winning numbers for the jackpot were 2, 3, 8, 25, and 38. Show Me Cash draws take place every day at 8:59 p.m., with jackpots starting at $50,000 and increasing until someone claims them. As of now, the estimated jackpot for the upcoming draw is a substantial $103,000.
In Fiscal Year 23, Morgan County proved to be a particularly lucky location for lottery players, with total winnings exceeding $5.5 million in all Missouri lottery prize categories. Additionally, local retailers in the county received a generous sum of over $370,000 in commissions and bonuses, contributing to the economic impact of lottery activities in the area. The county's education programs also benefited significantly, receiving more than $198,000 from the proceeds of the lottery. It's clear that the Missouri Lottery has had a positive impact on the local community, and this lucky couple from Versailles is just one example of its life-changing potential.
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