Free lottery ticket turns Calvert County night out into $50K jackpot

Lucky freebie turns into life changing Maryland lottery score

DUNKIRK, MD — A Calvert County woman who received a free Maryland Lottery ticket during a night out with her husband ended up winning a $50K jackpot she never expected to play.

The winning Bonus Match 5 ticket was obtained May 5 during a visit to Anthony’s Bar and Grill in Dunkirk.

The woman and her husband were playing several Maryland Lottery games, including Keno, Racetrax, scratch-offs and FAST PLAY tickets, while enjoying food and drinks at the restaurant.

As part of a Maryland Lottery promotion running through May 24, players who purchase a $5 Lightning Cash FAST PLAY ticket automatically receive a free $2 Bon...