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Edgewood Today
By the People, for the People
20-Year-Old Edgewood Store Manager Wins $100K Scratch-Off Prize
The lucky winner plans to put the winnings in the bank for now.
Published on Feb. 9, 2026
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A 20-year-old retail store manager in Edgewood, Maryland was stunned when a $10 scratch-off ticket he purchased at the local Amoco gas station revealed a $100,000 top prize. The manager, who had just finished an overnight shift, decided to buy another ticket after cashing in a $10 winning Fast Play ticket.
Why it matters
Winning a $100,000 prize is a life-changing event, especially for a 20-year-old store manager. This story highlights the excitement and disbelief that can come with a major lottery win, as well as the retailer's bonus for selling the winning ticket.
The details
After scratching off the $10 crossword ticket, the manager kept finding matches until he reached the 10th word and realized he had won the $100,000 top prize. When he claimed the prize at the Maryland Lottery headquarters, he told officials he plans to put the money in the bank for now.
- The $100,000 Crossword ticket was launched in August of last year.
- The winning ticket was purchased on February 9, 2026.
The players
20-year-old retail store manager
The winner of the $100,000 scratch-off prize.
Edgewood Amoco - BP
The retailer that sold the winning $100,000 scratch-off ticket and will receive a $1,000 bonus.
What they’re saying
“When he claimed his prize at Maryland Lottery headquarters, he told officials he planned to put his money in the bank for now.”
— 20-year-old retail store manager (patch.com)
The takeaway
This story demonstrates the life-changing potential of a lottery win, even for a young retail worker. It also highlights the importance of responsible lottery play and financial planning, as the winner wisely decided to put the winnings in the bank for now.
