Powerball Mania! $1.7 Billion Jackpot Up For Grabs – Don't Miss Out!
The Powerball jackpot has surged to an estimated $1.7 billion, making it the third-largest prize in the game's history! This massive pot comes after no ticket matched all six numbers in Wednesday night's drawing. The estimated cash value is a cool $770.3 million, according to lottery officials.
Winning Numbers and Lucky States
The winning white ball numbers from Wednesday were 3, 16, 29, 61, and 69. The red Powerball was 22. While no one snagged the grand prize, eleven tickets across the nation matched all five white balls, winning a cool $1 million each. These lucky tickets were sold in California (two), Colorado, Florida, Georgia (two), Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
Power Play Pays Off!
Four players in Michigan, Oregon, Texas, and Wyoming boosted their winnings to $2 million by opting for the Power Play feature for just an extra dollar. Talk about a worthwhile investment!
Close Calls and Near Misses
One Louisiana family experienced the agony of defeat… or almost victory! They matched four of the five white balls and the Powerball, tripling their winnings to $150,000 thanks to the Power Play option. While they missed the jackpot by a single number, a six-figure consolation prize is nothing to scoff at.
Tennessee's Winning Streak
The Tennessee Lottery is celebrating a wave of Powerball winners! Six players won $50,000, and two more walked away with $100,000 from Wednesday night's drawing. The winning tickets were sold at various locations across the state, including Nashville, Greeneville, Knoxville, Dunlap, Memphis, and Oak Ridge.
How to Claim Your Prize
If you're lucky enough to win, you can choose to receive the money in annual installments or as a lump sum payment. The annuity option provides an immediate payment followed by 29 annual payments that increase by 5% each year. However, remember that the winner will face a significant federal tax burden of approximately 37%, and some states also impose their own taxes.
Don't Miss Saturday's Drawing!
With the jackpot at $1.7 billion, Saturday's Powerball drawing is one you won't want to miss. Get your tickets now and dream big!