The Powerball jackpot continues to climb, now reaching an estimated $215 million after a lucky winner in Oregon took home $331 million in the January 18 drawing. Saturday’s winning numbers were 07-18-22-50-65, Powerball: 15, Power Play: 2X, with Double Play Winning Numbers: 09-18-26-35-57, Powerball: 14. The lump sum payment for the jackpot would be around $98.4 million before taxes.
In addition to the regular Powerball drawing, players in select locations have the opportunity to participate in the Double Play feature, which offers another chance to win with a top cash prize of $10 million. This add-on feature is available in 13 lottery jurisdictions, including Pennsylvania and Michigan.
With a $2 ticket, players have a one in 292.2 million chance at joining the exclusive club of Powerball jackpot winners. The drawings are held at 10:59 p.m. Eastern on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, with the deadline to purchase tickets set at 9:45 p.m.
The Powerball lottery is played in 45 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. As excitement builds and hopes rise for the next big winner, players across the nation are urged to grab their tickets and see if tonight is their lucky night.
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