In a moment of shared luck and collective excitement, three Missouri Lottery players in St. Louis gathered at the Lottery's regional office on November 13 to claim a dazzling $50,000 prize from the thrilling "500X" Scratchers game.
The serendipitous winning ticket was secured from the aisles of 7-Eleven at 5604 Gravois Ave., becoming a beacon of fortune for the trio of players who, on that fateful day, found themselves at the intersection of luck and possibility.
"500X" has proven to be a game of abundant riches, with players collectively amassing over $65 million in prizes while reveling in the thrill of the $50 game. As the victors celebrated their shared success, the Missouri Lottery disclosed that a staggering $192.6 million in unclaimed prizes still awaits discovery. Among these treasures are two top prizes of $5 million, three enticing $1 million prizes, and an enticing array of 37 more $50,000 prizes, each awaiting their moment in the spotlight.
The excitement doesn't end with the Scratchers game itself. "500X" players have an additional avenue for potential fortune by entering their eligible tickets into their My Lottery? Players Club accounts. This grants them an exclusive opportunity to participate in the "Scratch Big, Win Big!" monthly drawings, with a chance to secure a coveted $500 cash prize.
As the Missouri Lottery continues to be a catalyst for dreams and unexpected windfalls, the statistics for FY23 speak volumes about the positive impact on the St. Louis City community. A remarkable $57 million in Missouri Lottery prizes found their way into the hands of St. Louis City players, providing moments of joy and surprise. Simultaneously, retailers received over $4.7 million in commissions and bonuses, and a substantial $10.8 million in Lottery proceeds flowed into education programs in the city.
The tale of the $50,000 "500X" triumph is a testament to the Missouri Lottery's commitment to delivering not just monetary rewards but also moments of shared joy and celebration. As unclaimed prizes beckon to be discovered, the journey of possibility continues for lottery enthusiasts across the state. The next winning ticket might just be waiting to unveil its magic, promising an adventure filled with anticipation and, quite possibly, a life-changing prize.