CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Elisha Barrows of Chillicothe won $20,000 on the Ohio Lottery scratch-off, Precious Diamonds.

After mandatory state and federal tax totaling 28 percent, Elisha will receive $14,400.

Railway Express, located at 13040 Pleasant Valley Road in Chillicothe, sold the winning ticket.

Precious Diamonds is a $10 scratch-off with a top prize of $40,000 a year for 25 years. As of May 8, 2023, there are four top prizes remaining in the game.

The Ohio Lottery has contributed more than $30 billion to education since 1974. For more information about the Ohio Lottery and its contribution to education, visit www.ohiolottery.com/supportingeducation.

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