News Summary
Cheryl and Bobby Taylor from Lexington are celebrating their successful $50,000 Powerball win, purchased at a local Kroger store. The lucky numbers were drawn on February 5, leading to life-changing joy. They planned to use part of the winnings for a dream trip to Ireland and to address home maintenance needs. The Taylors follow a tradition of playing the lottery to support scholarships through the KEES program, highlighting the community benefits of lottery play. It seems luck is spreading, as another Kentuckian also won a similar jackpot recently.
Excitement in Lexington: Couple Hits $50,000 Powerball Jackpot!
In a thrilling turn of events, a couple from Lexington, Cheryl and Bobby Taylor, has struck gold with a $50,000 Powerball win! The magic happened at a local Kroger grocery store on Bellerive Boulevard in Nicholasville, where they purchased their winning ticket for the February 5 drawing.
Lucky Numbers Bring Joy
The Powerball numbers that changed their lives were 19, 27, 30, 50, 62, with the red Powerball being 14. On Friday, just days after the drawing, the Taylors discovered their windfall. It must have felt like a scene out of a movie when they realized their luck had finally turned!
A Wonderful Gift for the Couple
Cheryl expressed how truly grateful they were, describing their newfound wealth as a “gift.” It’s amazing how a simple lottery ticket can transform into such a significant sum of money, isn’t it? The couple regularly plays the lottery, not just for the thrill but also as a way to support the KEES program, which is dedicated to providing scholarships funded by lottery revenues. Playing the lottery is not just about dreaming big; it’s also about contributing to education and giving back to the community!
Claiming Their Prize
On February 10, just five days after their big win, the Taylors made their way to the Kentucky Lottery headquarters to officially claim their prize. After taxes, they walked away with a shiny check for $36,000. That’s a nice chunk of change that can really make a difference in their lives!
Plans for the Future
So, what will they do with all that money? Well, the couple has some exciting plans in mind! They intend to use part of their winnings to help fund a dream trip to Ireland, a place that many people long to visit. Moreover, they also plan to tackle some home maintenance costs, ensuring their home stays as cozy as ever. After all, there’s no place like home!
More Winners on the Horizon
Interestingly enough, the story of luck doesn’t end with the Taylors. Just recently, another Kentuckian, Jeffery Goree, also hit a $50,000 jackpot with a Powerball ticket he bought at Clark’s Pump-N-Shop for the drawing on December 14. Much like the Taylors, he discovered his big win days later while checking tickets at a local Marathon station. Could it be that a wave of luck is sweeping through Kentucky?
A Shared Emotional Journey
Both the Taylors and Goree felt emotional about their experiences, which just goes to show that winning isn’t just about the cash. It’s about the joy, dreams, and yes, even the plans for that well-deserved vacation! With similar prize amounts, each winner walked away with a post-tax take of $36,000, helping to solidify their belief in the magic of the lottery.
Conclusion: Feeling Lucky?
As the excitement continues to buzz around Lexington and beyond, it’s clear that playing the lottery can be more than just a game; it’s an opportunity to make dreams come true. So, the next time you snag a lottery ticket, who knows? You might just find yourself in the ranks of the lucky winners experiencing life-changing moments!
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Additional Resources
- Kentucky News
- Google Search: Kentucky Lottery
- The State
- Wikipedia: Lottery
- WDRB News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Powerball
- LEX18 News
- Google News: Powerball winner
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