ESSEX, MD—An Essex resident’s affinity for the Joker’s Wild instant ticket game culminated in a big win. The Baltimore County woman won the game’s top prize of $50,000.

The winner told Maryland Lottery officials that she has been a fan of the Joker’s Wild game and has consistently won $50 prizes. She always had a feeling that she would eventually win the top prize. “I love Joker’s Wild. I have been pretty lucky with that game,” she said, smiling. “I said, ‘One day I am going to win that $50,000.”

Her winning ticket matched 10 numbers, each with a $5,000 prize, revealing the $50,000 top score. Initially in disbelief, she couldn’t believe her eyes as she looked at her instant ticket. She confirmed her win with the Food Lion store clerk and was met with excitement and congratulations from the employees.

“They were all clapping for me,” she recalled.

The winner plans to use her winnings for practical purposes, including paying off bills and supporting family members.

She purchased the winning ticket at the Middle River Food Lion, located at 1413 Fuselage Avenue.

This article was written with the assistance of AI and reviewed by a human editor.

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