Poinsett County Man Wins $50,000 on $20 Scratch-Off Ticket

The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery announced the lucky winner's big prize.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A Poinsett County, Arkansas man named 'E. Holley' won $50,000 playing the $50,000 Stacked scratch-off game with a $20 ticket. Holley purchased the winning ticket from Jordan's Kwik Stop #76 in Harrisburg and was surprised to find it held two $20,000 prizes and one $10,000 prize, adding up to the $50,000 total.

Why it matters

Lottery wins, especially of this magnitude, are always exciting news for local communities. This story highlights the potential for life-changing windfalls from relatively small lottery ticket purchases, which can inspire more people to try their luck while also raising funds for important causes like education through state lottery programs.

The details

Holley, a regular lottery player, bought the winning $20 ticket and scratched it off in his truck. To his surprise, the ticket revealed two $20,000 prizes and one $10,000 prize, totaling $50,000. Holley initially didn't believe he had won such a large amount, but after reassuring his daughter over the phone, he claimed the prize at the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery Claim Center on February 20th.

  • Holley purchased the winning ticket on an unspecified date.
  • Holley claimed his $50,000 prize at the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery Claim Center on February 20, 2026.

The players

E. Holley

A Poinsett County, Arkansas resident who won a $50,000 prize playing the $50,000 Stacked scratch-off game.

Jordan's Kwik Stop #76

The convenience store in Harrisburg, Arkansas where Holley purchased the winning $20 scratch-off ticket.

Arkansas Scholarship Lottery

The state lottery program that oversees and administers lottery games in Arkansas, including the $50,000 Stacked scratch-off game that Holley won.

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What they’re saying

“I couldn't believe it.”

— E. Holley (kait8.com)

The takeaway

This story serves as an inspiring reminder that even a modest $20 lottery ticket purchase can potentially lead to life-changing windfalls. Holley's big win also highlights the important role that state lottery programs can play in funding education and other public services through the revenue they generate.