Jan 23, 2026

After spotting 10 words on her Scratch ticket, this longtime player knew she had a winner.

Nicole B. uncovered a $1,000 win after finding 10 words on her $500,000 Crossword Scratch ticket. She bought her ticket at 7-Eleven at 290 S. Pierce St. in Denver, CO. Nicole has played the Lottery for 26 years and plans to use her winnings toward a vacation. Congratulations, Nicole—looks like your puzzle skills paid off!

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