Brookville, Ohio – A Brookville woman is celebrating a major lottery win after scratching her way to a six-figure prize, according to officials with the Ohio Lottery. The winning ticket turned an ordinary stop for gas into a life-changing moment, bringing excitement to the small community.
Winning Ticket Brings Big Surprise
The woman won $250,000 playing Jackpot Party, a popular $5 scratch-off game. After mandatory state and federal taxes totaling 26.75%, she will take home $183,125. Lottery officials confirmed that the winning ticket was purchased at the Sunoco Gas Station located at 237 Market St. in Brookville, a local stop that has now sold a quarter-million-dollar prize.
Jackpot Party offers players the chance to win large cash prizes, with more than $23 million in total prizes available across the game. As of January 26, 2026, there are still six top prizes remaining, meaning other players across the state still have a shot at similar wins.
While the winner has not shared detailed plans for how she will use her prize money, lottery officials often note that winners use their funds to pay bills, save for the future, or help family members. The Ohio Lottery also highlighted that games like Jackpot Party help support education across the state, adding another positive layer to the win.
