Grayson County Man Hits $30,000 Jackpot on Kentucky Lottery ‘Wild Cash 30X’
FRANKFORT, Ky. – Luck was on his side, and it paid off big. A Grayson County man recently walked away $30,000 richer after hitting the top prize on the Kentucky Lottery’s popular Wild Cash 30X scratch-off game.
The winner, who has chosen to remain anonymous, told the Kentucky Lottery he had a strategy when it came to scratch-offs. “I’ve been having pretty decent luck with it,” he shared in a press release. Rather than buying a single ticket here and there, he’s made a habit of purchasing a few tickets daily, reinvesting any smaller wins back into more Wild Cash 30X tickets.
“I buy five at a time each time I go, every day,” he explained. That consistency clearly paid off. He purchased the $3 winning ticket at Stop-N-Shop in Leitchfield, turning a routine stop into a life-changing moment.
Before this big win, his largest prize had been $500, a far cry from the $30,000 jackpot. But even modest winnings can build excitement and momentum, and this victory is proof. He plans to use the winnings wisely—practical purchases are at the top of his list. A new truck is on the horizon, and with a child heading off to college soon, the timing couldn’t be better.
When it comes to cashing in, he received a check for $21,600, while Stop-N-Shop earned $300 for selling the lucky ticket. It’s a win-win for both the player and the store.
The Wild Cash family of games has been a hit since its launch on June 26. With ticket price points ranging from $2 up to $30, players of all budgets can try their luck. The $3 Wild Cash 30X ticket still has two top prizes of $30,000 up for grabs, along with 23 remaining $1,000 prizes and plenty of lower-tier winnings to keep the excitement alive.
The Kentucky Lottery has been making headlines this year with impressive payouts. In 2025 alone, it has awarded more than $1.6 billion in prizes, spreading life-changing moments across the state. Beyond personal winnings, the Lottery has a strong history of funding education. Proceeds have helped more than 1 million Kentucky college students through scholarships and grants, proving that each ticket can make a difference both personally and for the community.
For anyone thinking about trying their luck, the story from Grayson County serves as both inspiration and a reminder: sometimes persistence pays off. A few tickets each day, a little strategy, and a bit of luck can transform an ordinary shopping trip into an unforgettable moment.
So, whether you’re buying a scratch-off on your way to work or picking one up at your local convenience store, who knows? The next big winner could be you.
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