5 KEY POINT SUMMARY – Powerball winners
• Powerball winners claim Kentucky’s largest-ever $167.3 million jackpot
• Mother-son duo purchased winning ticket at Georgetown convenience store
• Winners plan to use the money to pay off debts and celebrate Mother’s Day
• Kentucky’s last Powerball jackpot winner was in 2010
• Retailer earns $37,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket
Powerball winners in Kentucky just hit the jackpot — and their incredible fortune arrived just in time for Mother’s Day. A mother and son stepped forward to claim the state’s largest-ever Powerball prize, taking home a staggering $167.3 million.
James Shannon Farthing and his mother, Linda Grizzle, are the lucky pair behind the historic win. Farthing, a frequent lottery player, purchased the winning ticket from Clark’s Pump N Shop in Georgetown, Kentucky. The duo’s regular play finally paid off in a life-changing way.
Powerball Winners Shocked By Huge Victory
Farthing shared that he is no stranger to buying lottery tickets. “I’m always buying ’cause somebody’s gotta win,” he told local news outlet WKYT. But this time, luck was on his side.
It was Grizzle who broke the news to her son. After hearing about the winning ticket, she called Farthing to deliver the unbelievable update. The pair quickly returned to the store to confirm their fate and celebrate.
Mother-Son Duo Plans To Split Winnings
The Powerball winners now face a big decision. They can either choose the full jackpot paid over 30 years or opt for a lump sum of $77.3 million. Farthing confirmed that regardless of the payout option, he plans to split the fortune evenly with his mother.
Grizzle, thrilled by the surprise, said this win will help her clear debts and make Mother’s Day truly special. “It’s going to be a good Mother’s Day,” she shared.
Financial Planning Begins For Powerball Winners
While excitement remains high, the family is already thinking practically. According to the Kentucky Lottery, the winners are working with a financial adviser to map out their next steps carefully.
With so much at stake, smart planning will help ensure their fortune lasts for generations.
Kentucky Celebrates Its First Jackpot In 16 Years
This win breaks a long drought for the state. The last time Kentucky saw Powerball winners take home the jackpot was in 2010, when Muncie Meade claimed $19.12 million.
Now, Kentucky ties Wisconsin for the fifth-most Powerball jackpot wins among states, with 19 total.
Georgetown, a suburb of Lexington, has now sold the two largest Powerball prizes in state history. Before this latest win, Rob Anderson Jr. grabbed $128.6 million back in 2009.
Retailer And Community Share In The Celebration
Selling the winning ticket also paid off for Clark’s Pump N Shop. The retailer earned a $37,000 bonus for playing a role in the big win.
Kentucky Lottery President Mary Harville praised the milestone moment. “Kentucky finally has a Powerball jackpot winner! It is a record for Kentucky at $167.3 million,” she said. “Everyone’s a winner — the players, the retailer, and the citizens of the Commonwealth.”
The Powerball jackpot has now reset, with an estimated $44 million up for grabs in the next drawing on May 3.
