Ohio – A fortunate Ohio Lottery player in Putnam County is celebrating after turning a $5 scratch-off ticket into a life-changing prize.
The man purchased an Aces and 8’s scratch-off ticket and won the game’s top prize of $150,000. The winning ticket was sold at Tabler’s Drive Thru, located at 715 South Main Street in Columbus Grove.
Winning Ticket Delivers Grand Prize
Lottery officials said the player claimed the grand prize after matching the winning combination on the popular scratch-off game. While the prize was originally worth $150,000, mandatory state and federal tax withholdings reduced the final payout.
After the required 26.75% tax deduction, the winner will take home $109,875.
The win adds another major lottery success story to Ohio and highlights the possibility of significant prizes still available in the game.
As of June 10, 2026, lottery officials reported that three top prizes remain unclaimed in the Aces and 8’s Scratch-Off game, giving other players additional opportunities to win big.
The lucky ticket was purchased at Tabler’s Drive Thru, a local business that now joins the list of Ohio Lottery retailers that have sold major winning tickets.
Scratch-off games continue to be among the most popular lottery products in Ohio, offering players instant results and the chance to win prizes ranging from small cash awards to substantial jackpots. For one Columbus Grove resident, a modest $5 purchase turned into a six-figure payday, making for a memorable and rewarding lottery experience.
