News Summary
Recent lottery wins in North Carolina have captured the attention of residents, with notable jackpots including a $2 million Powerball prize and a $143,324 win in the Jackpot Spectacular. Many players engage in various lottery games, often fueled by the allure of substantial rewards. While excitement builds around upcoming drawings, participants are reminded to play responsibly and to claim their winnings within the specified time frame.
North Carolinaers Win Big in State Lottery Drawings
Raleigh, North Carolina — Several residents of North Carolina have recently claimed significant Lottery winnings, including a $2 million Powerball jackpot. These recent wins highlight the ongoing popularity of lottery games in the state and the opportunities for players to win substantial prizes.
Raleigh Resident Achieves $143,324 Jackpot in Jackpot Spectacular
Allen Peterson of Raleigh secured a major win on September 4 in the Jackpot Spectacular game, earning a grand prize of $143,324. Peterson, who was playing digital lottery games from his home on a Sunday, was announced as the winner by the North Carolina Education Lottery. His ticket was purchased for $5, making the odds of winning that jackpot approximately 1 in 8 million.
After taxes, Peterson received $102,837. He has expressed intentions to invest his winnings and possibly start a business. Jackpot Spectacular features a progressive jackpot that increases until a winner is determined, making it a popular game for players seeking larger prizes.
In addition to the jackpot, resources are available for players concerned about gambling addiction, including the national gambling hotline at 1-800-522-4700.
Powerball Success in North Carolina: $2 Million Wins
A player from Clayton, North Carolina, achieved a notable $2 million prize in the Labor Day Powerball drawing. The winning ticket was purchased online and matched all five white balls, with the player opting for the “Power Play” option, which doubled the winnings. The odds of correctly matching all five white balls in Powerball are 1 in 11.6 million.
Another $2 million Powerball ticket was sold in Montana, highlighting the nationwide appeal of the game. In North Carolina, a separate ticket purchased in Raeford also won an additional $50,000. All winners have 180 days from the date of the drawing to claim their prizes.
Upcoming Powerball Jackpot and Recent Drawings
The next Powerball drawing is estimated to offer a jackpot of $1.3 billion, or a cash payout of approximately $589 million. The last Powerball jackpot, with an estimated value of $1.2 billion, was not claimed in the September 1 drawing. The winning numbers for that drawing were 9, 23, 25, 40, 53, with a Powerball of 5. To win the jackpot, players must match all five white balls and the Powerball number.
Powerball is played in every U.S. state except for Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah, and is also available in Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Other Notable Wins in North Carolina
A group of co-workers collectively known as the “Money Team” scored a significant win, claiming $100,000 after purchasing a Powerball ticket. The ticket successfully matched four white balls and the single red Powerball. Initially, the group believed they had only won $500, but they were surprised to find out the actual prize was much larger.
The “Money Team” bought the winning ticket at Walmart on North Tryon Street in Charlotte. The prize was doubled to $100,000 due to their selection of the Power Play feature, which applies a 2X multiplier. After taxes, the group received $71,751.
Important Information for Lottery Participants
Players should note that all lottery winnings in North Carolina must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date. The variety of lottery games available offers players multiple ways to participate, with some games featuring progressively increasing jackpots that attract many contestants seeking life-changing prizes.
Conclusion
The recent lottery wins across North Carolina illustrate the ongoing enthusiasm among residents for state and national lottery games, with jackpots reaching into the hundreds of millions. While opportunities abound, players are encouraged to gamble responsibly and utilize available resources if needed.
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- CBS17
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery Games
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- Google Scholar: State Lottery Success
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