A Kentucky Lottery player from La Grange is celebrating a $50,000 Powerball win. The winning ticket was purchased at the Smoker Friendly Discount Tobacco located on South First Street.

Ticket matches the Saturday drawing

The ticket matched four of the five white balls—18, 56, 62, 65, 67—and the Powerball number 18 in Saturday night’s drawing. While the jackpot continues to climb toward a $146 million estimate, this local ticket secured a sizable prize for its holder.

How to claim the prize

The Kentucky Lottery advises the winner to sign the back of the ticket and keep it in a secure place. Prizes of this size can be claimed at the Kentucky Lottery headquarters at 1011 West Main Street in Louisville. The Lottery office will verify the ticket and process the payout.

What the win means for the community

Winning a lottery prize often brings excitement to a small town, and La Grange is no exception. Residents gathered at local coffee shops and churches to congratulate the winner, highlighting the sense of community that thrives in Oldham County. Stories like this remind neighbors that everyday moments can turn into life‑changing events.

Powerball jackpot outlook

Although this ticket won $50,000, the overall Powerball jackpot remains at an estimated $146 million, with the next drawing scheduled for Wednesday. Players across Kentucky and the nation will have another chance to chase the massive prize.

Lottery safety reminders

The Kentucky Lottery continues to emphasize responsible play. Ticket holders should verify numbers promptly, keep tickets safe, and only claim winnings through official Lottery channels. For more information, visit the Kentucky Lottery website or contact the Louisville headquarters.

Original reporting: WLKY Louisville — read the source article.