**BREAKING: Maryland Woman’s Birthday Wish Comes True in Most Epic Way Possible – She Wins $100,008 Keno Jackpot!**
In a stunning turn of events that has left the small town of Annapolis, Maryland absolutely gobsmacked, local resident and self-proclaimed “Keno Queen” Karen Jenkins won a whopping $100,008 playing her favorite game at the local convenience store. And if that wasn’t enough, it all happened on her birthday, because, why not?!
According to eyewitnesses, Jenkins was seen doing a choreographed dance routine in the store’s parking lot, much to the amusement of onlookers, after learning she had matched all 10 numbers on her Keno ticket.
“I was just playing for fun, and then I saw the numbers and I thought I was hallucinating from eating too much cake,” a still-reeling Jenkins explained in an exclusive interview. “I mean, who wins $100,008 on their birthday? Only me, apparently!”
As news of the incredible win spread like wildfire, friends and family rushed to the store to congratulate Jenkins, bearing gifts of champagne, cake, and at least one rather enthusiastic kazoo player.
“I’ve been playing Keno for years, and I’ve never come close to winning this big,” Jenkins exclaimed, beaming with pride. “I’m going to use the money to buy a yacht, travel the world, and eat all the crab cakes my heart desires. And also, I’m going to hire a mariachi band to play at my next birthday party.”
When asked what she plans to do first with her newfound fortune, Jenkins didn’t hesitate: “I’m going to throw the most epic birthday party Annapolis has ever seen, complete with a cake shaped like a giant Keno ball and a photo booth with oversized novelty sunglasses.”
The Maryland Lottery, which operates the Keno game, released a statement saying, “We are thrilled to have a winner of this magnitude. We’d like to remind players that Keno is a game of chance, and while wins like this are rare, they’re what make playing so exciting!”
As for Jenkins, she’s just basking in the glory of her good fortune. “I’m living my best life, and it’s only just beginning. Next stop: the moon! Or at least, a really nice dinner at the fanciest restaurant in town.”
**UPDATE:** The Maryland Lottery has announced that it will be presenting Jenkins with a commemorative plaque and a special “Golden Keno Ball” award for her record-breaking win. When asked if she’ll be returning to the store to celebrate, Jenkins simply smiled and said, “You bet I will. I’ve got a Keno ticket to buy.”
