Man’s forgotten lottery tickets score him big prize in WA | Tacoma News Tribune

A Pierce County man from Spanaway, Washington, struck it rich by winning $50,000 from a $5 lottery ticket after checking some forgotten tickets from a recent road trip. While he usually buys tickets at Fred Meyer, he purchased a Minty Money ticket at Barney & Bernie’s Grocery Deli and forgot about it until a week later. Enjoying his morning coffee at home, he scratched off the ticket, initially thinking it was a dud. However, a quick check using his lottery app revealed he had won the game's top prize. The shock was so great that he almost spit out his coffee, leading him to share the news with his girlfriend, who was skeptical until he sent her photographic proof.

With dreams of traveling to Europe, the lucky winner plans to use his prize money for the trip and save some for future investments. This story captures the thrill of unexpected lottery wins and the significant impact such financial windfalls can have on personal lives, serving as a reminder of the joys and potential pitfalls associated with lottery games.