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Brown and Sons Convenience Stores has proudly served its communities for more than 50 years. Family-owned by Paul and Jay Brown, the business now includes third-generation leadership from Austin Brown, continuing a legacy of service and care. Today, the company operates five locations across Kendallville, Auburn, Waterloo, and LaGrange.

For 36 years, Brown and Sons has partnered with the Hoosier Lottery, building a welcoming, customer-focused environment with a true hometown feel. Friendly team members are always ready to help customers find their favorite games or try something new. At LA Express in LaGrange, customers can enjoy fresh food while playing Scratch-off games in comfortable seating areas, creating a relaxed and enjoyable experience.

Over the years, Brown and Sons has been part of many exciting moments, including three $1 million lottery wins at Auburn Fuel Mart, Kendallville Finish Line, and Brown’s BP Food Shop. These milestones reflect the excitement and opportunity the stores bring to their communities.
Each location is clean, easy to shop, and stocked with a wide variety of Hoosier Lottery games and everyday essentials. Enhancements like the addition of a self-service lottery machine at LA Express have made the experience even more convenient and contributed to strong growth.
From in-store displays to prominent signage, Brown and Sons keeps customers informed about the latest Hoosier Lottery games and promotions. Their focus remains simple: deliver great service, support their communities, and create an experience customers enjoy every time they visit.
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