Little Rock, Arkansas – What began as a snowy favor for a friend turned into an unforgettable moment for one lucky Arkansas woman. Sara Coon of Houston is celebrating a major windfall after winning $75,000 playing the Jumbo Bucks Bingo instant ticket game—a stroke of luck she never expected when the day began.
A Routine Day Turned Into an Unbelievable Surprise
Sara, a regular lottery player, claimed her top prize at the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery (ASL) Claim Center on February 2, following a chain of events she described as purely chance. She and her boyfriend had gone out to help a friend whose car was stuck in the snow. After successfully assisting, the couple planned to head to an appointment.
But a quick stop along Highway 10 One Stop in Little Rock changed everything.
“We wouldn’t have been there otherwise,” Sara told lottery officials, referring to her decision to stop at the gas station. While there, she picked out her favorite $3 instant game—Jumbo Bucks Bingo—and scratched it off while sitting in the car as her boyfriend drove.
Initially, Sara thought she had only won $20 and casually shared the news with her boyfriend, who joked, “it was about time she won big.” But then, she kept scratching and quickly realized something was very different.
“Babe, I need you to pull over,” she told him, visibly shaken.
From Snowy Roads to Life-Changing Dreams
The couple was stunned to discover Sara’s ticket held the $75,000 top prize. Still in disbelief, they turned the car around and returned to the store to have the ticket scanned.
“I whipped the car around so we could go right back to the retailer and get the ticket scanned,” her boyfriend said.
When the scanner confirmed the win and directed them to visit the ASL Claim Center, the reality of their good fortune began to set in. The weekend that followed was full of excitement, planning, and gratitude.
Sara and her boyfriend shared that the prize money will help them fulfill long-held dreams, including starting a business, buying a home, and building a better future for their daughter. Her boyfriend, clearly proud, gave full credit to Sara for the win.
“You’re the big winner, babe,” he told her. “I’m just holding the big winner’s hand.”
More Chances to Win with Arkansas Lottery Promotions
The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery continues to offer opportunities for players to win through both instant tickets and draw games. Currently, players can participate in the 5-Buck Bundle promotion. For only $5, customers receive a $3 Powerball® ticket with Power Play®, a $2 LOTTO ticket, and a free Natural State Jackpot ticket. This promotion is available through February 28, and all tickets must be Quick Picks.
For additional details, game options, or rules, players are encouraged to visit MyArkansasLottery.com.
