LANSING, MI – The Powerball jackpot continues to grow as there was no winner of the $ 324 million jackpot for the draw held on Wednesday, December 23rd.
This means that the Powerball draw on Saturday, December 26, will be worth $ 341 million with a cash option of $ 262.5 million.
The Powerball numbers (white) for December 23: 6–13-38-39-53
The Powerball Red number: 6
The Power Play number: 3
Powerball winners on December 23:
· Although there was no grand prize winner, two tickets sold corresponded to the five white numbers drawn to win $ 1 million. These tickets were sold in Massachusetts and New York.
· However, none of the players also played the Power Play option, which would increase their winnings to $ 2 million.
· In Michigan, 12 tickets sold won $ 300 in the draw. This was the biggest award won in the state.
· The actual $ 324.5 million jackpot was slightly larger than the previously announced estimated $ 321 million jackpot.
· 961,061 tickets were sold that won at least $ 4 in the draw. In Michigan, 33,155 tickets sold won at least $ 4.
Powerball is offered in 44 states, Washington DC, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Players select five white numbers from (1 to 69) and a red ball (1 to 26). Tickets cost $ 2 each.
In other Michigan Lottery news:
· The next Mega Millions draw is Friday, December 25, with an estimated jackpot of $ 352 million and a cash option of $ 269.7 million.
· The next draw for Lotto 47 will be on Saturday, December 26 at 7:29 pm, with a $ 1 million jackpot. The deadline is at 7:08 pm on that day.
· Thursday’s Fantasy 5 jackpot is estimated at $ 154,000. The draw is at 19h29. The deadline is 19h08.
For the latest Michigan Lottery news, check out the official Michigan Lottery website, which also offers more information on instant tickets, raffles and other lottery games.
The last Michigan player to win a Mega Millions or Powerball jackpot was Cristy Davis of Waterford, who won $ 70 million playing Powerball in February. With his earnings, Davis said he planned to buy a new home and a car.
And although she was a lucky winner, it is smart for players to check their tickets immediately, as a $ 1 million winner sold in Hartland last year has not been claimed. The ticket was purchased at the Speedway in Hartland, but the winner never came forward to claim the prize. Instead, the money went to the state’s School Aid Fund.
If you would like to be the next Michigan player to win a big lottery prize, take a look at these tips from lottery expert Richard Lustig. The author of “Learn how to increase your chances of winning the lottery” won over $ 1 million in Florida by winning jackpot prizes in smaller games.