Craven County man’s persistence pays off with $2 million Powerball win Dietrich Kilpatrick of Dover, a retired farmer with 42 years of experience, said his long-term dedication to playing the Powerball lottery finally paid off after a decade of participation. On Monday, he won a $2 million prize by matching all five white ball numbers on his $3 ticket, which was purchased from JD Gas & Grocery on N.C. 55. The 2X multiplier in the drawing doubled his prize to $2 million, making it the largest payout in the national Powerball results for that draw. The odds of matching all five white balls are 1 in 11.6 million. Kilpatrick described his reaction to the win, recalling, “I was like, ‘Wow, I’ve got them all.’” He traveled to the lottery headquarters on Wednesday to claim his prize, where he received federal and state tax withholdings, leaving him with a net amount of $1,440,201. He plans to use the winnings for home repairs and to support his church. The current Powerball jackpot stands at $120 million as an annuity or $54.6 million in cash, with odds of winning the top prize at 1 in 292 million. Powerball is one of six draw games in North Carolina, offering players the option to purchase tickets at retail locations or through the NC Lottery’s website and mobile app. A $15.2 million grant, funded by lottery proceeds, will assist Craven County with school construction on a middle school. Additional information about how lottery funds benefit the county can be found on the NC Lottery website under the “Impact” section. The article also highlights the broader context of Powerball’s role in North Carolina, emphasizing its accessibility and the community impact of its revenue.#powerball #nc_lottery #dietrich_kilpatrick #jd_gas_grcery #craven_county
Two $1 million Powerball tickets sold in New York this week. Check your numbers Two Powerball tickets sold in New York this week won $1 million prizes in recent drawings. One second-prize ticket was purchased at South Gate Deli in Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County, for Monday’s drawing. The other was sold at Horizon Pharmacy in Elmhurst, Queens, for Wednesday’s drawing, according to New York Lottery officials. Both tickets matched all five white-ball numbers in their respective drawings. Wednesday’s jackpot was worth an estimated $103 million with a cash value of $46.8 million, but no one won the top prize. The Powerball winning numbers for March 18, 2026, were 14, 18, 19, 21, and 69, with the Powerball number 1 and a Powerplay multiplier of 3x. Powerball drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. EST. Live broadcasts of the drawings can be viewed on the Powerball website. The next drawing is scheduled for Saturday, March 21, with an estimated jackpot of $120 million and a cash value of $54.6 million. In New York, Powerball tickets can be purchased in-store or online until 10 p.m. on the night of the draw. Deadlines vary by state, with New Jersey’s cutoff at 9:45 p.m. and Connecticut’s at 10 p.m. To play Powerball, players select five numbers from 1 to 69 and one Powerball number from 1 to 26. Winning the jackpot requires matching all six numbers on the ticket to the drawn combination. The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million. Powerball tickets cost $2 each and are available at authorized retailers across New York. For details on nearby retailers, the New York Lottery website provides a list of locations. Live coverage of Powerball drawings is available on the Powerball website at 11 p.m. ET on drawing days.#powerball #new_york_lottery #south_gate_deli #horizon_pharmacy #powerball_drawings
Powerball Jackpot Climbs to $120 Million After No Winners in Previous Draw The Powerball lottery jackpot for Saturday, March 21, reached $120 million after no one matched all five main numbers plus the Powerball in the previous drawing on March 18. The winning numbers for Saturday’s draw were 12-28-36-41-59, with the Powerball number 2. The Power Play multiplier was set at 2x, which could increase the prize for matching five numbers. If a ticket matches all six numbers, the lump-sum payout would be $54.4 million. The jackpot had previously climbed to $120 million following the March 18 drawing, which also saw no winners. The March 18 winning numbers were 14-18-19-21-69, with the Powerball number 1 and a Power Play multiplier of 3x. While no one claimed the top prize after St. Patrick’s Day, there were smaller wins. A ticket purchased in New York matched five numbers and won $1 million. Recent Powerball results show a pattern of secondary wins. The Florida Lottery reported several secondary winners in Powerball and Mega Millions this month. Powerball tickets start at $2, while Mega Millions tickets cost $5. The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million, regardless of the jackpot size. The Powerball jackpot has been rolling over since January 24, when it reset to $20 million after a winner in Arkansas claimed a $249 million prize on March 2. The last major jackpot win occurred on December 24, 2025, when a ticket purchased at a Walmart Supercenter in Cabot, Arkansas, won $1.817 billion. The winner chose to remain anonymous. The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Monday, March 23. The lottery continues to attract attention with its high jackpots, including the top 10 largest prizes in history. The largest Powerball jackpot to date was $2.04 billion, won in California on November 7, 2022.#new_york #powerball #florida_lottery #walmart_supercenter #cabot_arkansas
Powerball Winning Numbers Revealed for March 21, 2026 The Powerball lottery results for Saturday, March 21, 2026, have been officially announced. The winning numbers are 12, 59, 36, 28, and 41, with the Powerball number 2 and a Power Play multiplier of 2x. These numbers were drawn during the evening session, marking the latest update to the game’s results. The jackpot for this drawing is estimated at $120 million, with a cash option valued at $54.4 million. This amount represents a significant increase from the previous jackpot, which was won on March 2, 2026, by a single player in Arkansas. That winner claimed $251 million, making it one of the largest Powerball payouts to date. In addition to the Powerball jackpot, the Mega Millions lottery is also active, with its current prize pool standing at $60 million. Both lotteries are popular among players, with their respective websites providing detailed information on rules, past winners, and upcoming draws. The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Monday, March 23, 2026, following the Saturday night event. Powerball drawings occur three times a week—on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays—at 10:59 p.m. local time. Players are advised to purchase tickets before the cutoff deadlines, which vary by state. In New York, tickets can be bought in-store or online until 10 p.m. on the day of the draw, while New Jersey and Connecticut have slightly different times, with New Jersey’s deadline set at 9:45 p.m. and Connecticut’s at 10 p.m. To participate in Powerball, players select five numbers from 1 to 69 and one Powerball number from 1 to 26. Matching all six numbers wins the jackpot, while smaller prizes are awarded for matching fewer numbers. The odds of securing the jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million, highlighting the game’s competitive nature.#new_york #new_jersey #arizona #powerball #mega_millions
Powerball Results for March 18, 2026: Winning Numbers and Jackpot Details The Powerball lottery results for Wednesday night’s drawing, March 18, 2026, have been released. The winning numbers were 14, 18, 19, 21, and 69, with the Powerball number 1. The Power Play multiplier for the drawing was 3x. The jackpot for this draw is estimated at $101 million, with a cash option valued at $46.0 million. Lottery players can check their tickets against the winning numbers on the official Powerball website, powerball.com. The jackpot amount is expected to grow further if there are no winners in subsequent draws. However, results for the Double Play feature, which offers an additional chance to win $10 million, are still pending. To win a prize in Powerball, players need to match at least one number. Matching the Powerball number alone is worth $4, while matching two numbers (including the Powerball) also awards $4. For a full breakdown of prize tiers, players are directed to the official website. A single Powerball ticket costs $2, with an optional $1 add-on for the Power Play feature, which multiplies non-jackpot winnings. The Double Play option, also costing $1, provides an extra opportunity to win $10 million. The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Monday, March 22, 2026, at approximately 10:59 p.m. ET. Drawings occur three times weekly on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. In addition to Powerball, the Mega Millions lottery had its latest results on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. The winning numbers were 4, 11, 18, 38, and 50, with the Mega Ball number 24. The Mega Millions jackpot for the upcoming Friday, March 20, 2026, drawing resets to $50 million, with a cash option of $22.6 million. A ticket sold in Ohio previously won the $60 million Mega Millions jackpot, contributing to the reset.#powerball #powerball_website #power_play #mega_millions #mega_millions_website
Powerball numbers for Wednesday, March 18 The winning numbers for the Powerball draw on Wednesday, March 18, in the $101 million jackpot are 18, 69, 14, 19, 21, with the Powerball number being 1. The cash value of the prize is listed at $46 million. The Powerball numbers are drawn at 10:59 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. The upcoming drawing is scheduled for Saturday. Players can purchase tickets for $2 per play. In Michigan, ticket sales for the night of the drawing close at 9:45 p.m. This information provides details about the latest Powerball results, including the jackpot amount, the specific numbers selected, and the timing of future draws. Ticket purchase guidelines are also outlined for players in Michigan.#michigan #powerball #march_18 #powerball_numbers #ticket_sales
Mega Millions Jackpot Hits $533 Million for March 10 Drawing The Mega Millions lottery jackpot for the Tuesday, March 10, 2026, drawing reached an estimated $533 million, with a cash option of $244.2 million, according to the Mega Millions website. This marks the latest jackpot amount before the drawing, which will reveal the winning numbers after 11 p.m. ET. The previous Mega Millions jackpot was claimed by a player in New Jersey, who won $90 million on December 2, 2025. The Powerball jackpot, meanwhile, stands at $58 million with a cash option of $26.8 million, as reported by the Powerball website. Winners of the Mega Millions can claim their prizes through the official lottery channels, with the option to remain anonymous in states like New Jersey, where a law signed by Governor Phil Murphy allows winners to protect their identities. Players can participate in the Mega Millions by selecting five numbers from 1 to 70 for the white balls and one number from 1 to 24 for the Mega Ball. The cost of a ticket is $5, which includes a multiplier that can increase potential prizes up to 10 times the original amount, except for the jackpot. Quick Pick options are also available for players who prefer the lottery to generate their numbers. The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are 290,472,336-to-1, making it one of the least likely outcomes in the lottery. However, smaller prizes are available for matching fewer numbers, with a minimum of $10 for matching just the Mega Ball. Players can win up to $2 million for matching all five white balls, excluding California. Mega Millions is available in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. States such as Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah do not offer the game.#new_jersey #powerball #mega_millions #jackpocket #phil_murphy
Powerball Results for March 9, 2026 The Powerball drawing for Monday, March 9, 2026, concluded with a jackpot estimated at $46 million, offering a cash option of $21.2 million. The winning numbers were 22, 23, 28, 36, and 54, with the Powerball number 13. The Power Play multiplier for the drawing was 3. Despite the substantial prize, no one claimed the jackpot. The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Wednesday, with regular draws occurring every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. In New Jersey, ticket sales for the current draw are available until 9:59 p.m. on the night of the draw, both in-store and online. Players can purchase tickets for $2, with an optional $1 add-on for the Power Play feature, which can increase non-jackpot prizes by two, three, four, five, or 10 times. Winners of prizes up to $599.99 can redeem their tickets at any New Jersey Lottery retail location. For larger prizes, winners must submit their tickets through the mail or in person at the New Jersey Lottery office. To claim via mail, winners should send a completed claim form, their winning ticket, and a copy of a government-issued ID to the New Jersey Lottery’s address in Trenton. In-person claims can be made at the Lawrence Park Complex office, open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The payout structure for Powerball includes various prize tiers based on the number of matched balls. Matching all five white balls plus the Powerball results in the jackpot, while matching five white balls alone awards $1 million. Lower-tier prizes range from $4 for matching just the Powerball to $100 for matching four white balls plus the Powerball. The Power Play option modifies these payouts, with the highest non-jackpot prize being $2 million for matching five white balls with Power Play.#powerball #new_jersey_lottery #florida_lottery #tallahassee #lawrence_park_complex
Powerball Results for March 7: No Jackpot Winner, Next Drawing Details The Powerball drawing on Saturday, March 7, did not result in a jackpot winner. The top prize of $37 million remained unclaimed, according to the Akron Beacon Journal. The winning numbers for that drawing were 17, 18, 30, 50, 68 with the Powerball number 24, and the Power Play multiplier was 3x. Despite the lack of a jackpot winner, the Powerball jackpot is projected to grow to an estimated $46 million for the upcoming Monday, March 9, drawing, with a cash value of $21.2 million. The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Monday, March 9, at 10:59 p.m. ET. This event will be broadcast live on the Powerball website, with the same schedule of drawings occurring every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. The current jackpot for the March 9 drawing is set at $46 million, offering a significant opportunity for new winners. For those who purchased tickets, the cost of a standard Powerball ticket is $2. Players can enhance their non-jackpot prizes by adding the Power Play option, which multiplies winnings by 2, 3, 4, 5, or 10 times for an additional $1 per play. This feature can increase the value of smaller prizes, making it a popular choice for many participants. To verify if a ticket was a winner, players can check the official Powerball website or the Ohio Lottery platform. These resources provide up-to-date results and detailed information about prize distributions. The process of confirming a win is straightforward, ensuring that all participants can quickly access their potential earnings. The Powerball game continues to attract millions of players worldwide, with its combination of high jackpots and accessible ticket prices making it a staple in the lottery landscape.#powerball #akron_beacon_journal #powerball_website #ohio_lottery #power_play
Powerball Jackpot Hits $46 Million for Monday, March 9 Drawing The Powerball jackpot has climbed to $46 million for the March 9 drawing, with a cash value of $21.7 million. This marks the latest opportunity for players to claim the prize, which has been won nearly 200 times since the lottery’s launch in 1992. Currently, 48 U.S. states participate in the Powerball game, excluding Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah. The states with the highest number of winners include Indiana, Missouri, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. The March 9 drawing follows a $251 million jackpot win in Arkansas on March 2, where the winner had the option to receive annuitized payments or a lump sum of $118 million. As of now, no one has claimed the current jackpot. The winning numbers for the March 9 drawing were 22, 23, 28, 36, 54, with the Powerball number 13. The Power Play multiplier was set at 3x. Despite the high stakes, no one secured the jackpot, the Match 5 + Power Play $2 million prize, or the Match 5 $1 million prize. The jackpot has since increased to $58 million, with a cash value of $26.8 million, pending the Wednesday, March 11 drawing. Players can participate in Powerball without being U.S. citizens or residents. Anyone visiting one of the 45 participating states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands can purchase tickets from licensed retailers, provided they meet the legal age requirement, typically 18 years old. The Powerball jackpot has reached record highs in the past, with the top 10 jackpots including a $758.7 million win in Massachusetts in 2017, a $1.817 billion prize in Arkansas in 2025, and a $2.040 billion payout in California in 2022. To play, participants select six numbers: five white balls from 1 to 69 and one red Powerball from 1 to 26.#california #arizona #arkansas #powerball #march_9
Powerball Jackpot Winner Claims $251 Million Prize A Powerball jackpot winner in Arkansas claimed the $251 million prize after the March 2 drawing, matching all five numbers and the Powerball. According to Powerball's website, the winner can choose between annuitized payments over time or a lump-sum payout of $118 million. As of now, no one has officially claimed the prize. The Powerball jackpot has been won nearly 200 times since the game began in 1992. Currently, 45 U.S. states, including Puerto Rico, Washington D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands, participate in the lottery. However, five states—Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah—opt out of the game. Some states have produced more winners than others. Indiana, Missouri, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin rank among the top five for the most Powerball winners, based on previous reports. The winning numbers for the March 2 drawing were 2, 17, 18, 38, 62, with the Powerball number 20. The Power Play multiplier was set at 2x, which increases non-jackpot prizes. While the Arkansas winner took the top prize, another player in Puerto Rico won the Match 5 + Power Play prize of $2 million. The jackpot has reset to $20 million ahead of the next drawing, scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, at 11 p.m. ET. Powerball drawings occur on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. If no one matches all numbers, the prize rolls over, increasing for subsequent draws. Players do not need to be U.S. citizens or residents to participate. Anyone visiting one of the 45 participating states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands can buy a ticket, provided they meet the legal age requirement, typically 18 years old, and purchase from a licensed retailer. To play, players select six numbers: five white balls numbered 1 through 69 and one red Powerball numbered 1 through 26.#arkansas #puerto_rico #powerball #washington_d_c #march_2
