Lexa Double Quick sold $50,000 Powerball ticket still unclaimed

A Powerball ticket that matched four of five numbers plus the Powerball, a prize level worth $50,000, was sold at Double Quick #93, 6096 Highway 49 in Lexa, Phillips County, lottery officials reported. The winning numbers corresponded to the March 12 drawing and the Power Play multiplier on that draw was 2. At the time of publication on Jan. 17, 2026, the Lexa prize remained unclaimed.

Matching four numbers plus the Powerball is a rare outcome. The odds of hitting that prize tier are roughly 1 in 913,129, which helps explain why such tickets draw attention in small communities like Lexa. For a county with a largely rural economy, a $50,000 payment represents a sizable one-time infusion that can affect household budgets, debt repayment, and local spending patterns.

The ticket was one of several winning entries listed in the statewide report, which also noted winners in LOTTO and Cash 4 games. The Double Quick location on Highway 49 is a common stop for commuters and local residents, and a win at a neighborhood convenience store can bring short-term foot traffic kicks for the retailer. Store owners often see a bump in sales after a notable win is reported, as curiosity and the prospect of future winners draw customers back through the door.

Beyond immediate retail effects, unclaimed prizes are relevant to consumers and the broader local economy. Leaving a $50,000 prize unclaimed delays the transfer of funds that could flow into local spending, charitable contributions, or tax revenue. Residents who purchased tickets at the Lexa store should check their tickets carefully; holding on to the physical ticket is essential for claiming any prize.

The Power Play multiplier of 2 was in effect for the March 12 drawing. While Power Play can amplify nonjackpot prizes when it applies, the published item lists this Lexa ticket as a $50,000 award and notes the multiplier. Statewide, lottery winnings and how they are claimed feed into ongoing discussions about consumer protection, retailer practices, and the distribution of lottery proceeds in Arkansas.

For Phillips County residents, this is a reminder to review any saved tickets from the March 12 drawing and to follow the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery’s posted procedures for claiming prizes. If the Lexa ticket is claimed, the winner’s spending or saving decisions could have a small but tangible ripple through the local economy.