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5/26/2010 - 8:52 AM Lake Charles Resident Claims $10,000 Powerball Prize
Thibodeaux, who originally thought she won $100, was shocked when a store clerk told her the store would be unable to cash the ticket because it was worth so much money. Lottery retailers may cash winning tickets up to $600 only. "I was so excited I went straight home to tell my husband," explained Thibodeaux. "I told him gently, 'I have something to tell you, but I don't want you to have a heart attack -- I think we won $10,000 on the Powerball!'" Thibodeaux's ticket matched four of the five white-ball numbers drawn and the red Powerball number to win $10,000. She purchased her winning ticket from 5 Star Quick Stop #2 on Sam Houston Jones Parkway in Lake Charles. Thibodeaux, age 69, said she plans to use her winnings for her granddaughter's private school tuition. The winning numbers for the May 8 Powerball drawing were 05-22-34-41-57 and the Powerball number was 31. Ticket purchasers must be at least 21 years of age. The Lottery encourages anyone who may have a gambling problem or friends and family of anyone with a gambling problem to call toll free 1-877-770-7867 for help. For security purposes, the Lottery strongly encourages players to sign the back of their tickets immediately after purchasing. More News |
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