Maryland Woman Wins $50,000 Powerball Prize

A bank employee from Waldorf, Maryland, experienced a life-changing moment while dining at a restaurant that also sold Lottery tickets. While waiting for her meal, she scanned a pile of tickets and discovered she had won $50,000 on a $2 quick-pick Powerball ticket from the October 19 drawing. Overwhelmed with excitement, she switched her order to takeout and left the restaurant, saying that eating was the last thing on her mind. She plans to use her winnings to pay off bills and travel, potentially visiting Jimmie’s Paddock, the retailer where she bought the winning ticket. The unexpected win highlights the thrill of Lottery games and how quickly fortunes can change.