Charlotte, North Carolina, September 8, 2025
News Summary
Three lucky lottery players in North Carolina have won $100,000 each after matching four white-ball numbers and the red Powerball. The latest Powerball drawing saw a jackpot of $1.8 billion, which was claimed by two tickets in Missouri and Texas. Alongside these winners, over 200 participants also enjoyed smaller payouts, showcasing the excitement and dream of big wins associated with the Powerball game in the state.
Charlotte, North Carolina – Three lottery players in North Carolina have become $100,000 richer after the latest Powerball drawing on Saturday night. The winners matched four white-ball numbers along with the red Powerball, resulting in a significant payout due to the active 2x “Power Play” multiplier.
The Powerball jackpot had soared to an eye-popping $1.8 billion, eventually claimed by two winning tickets sold in Missouri and Texas. This recent jackpot ranks as the second-largest in U.S. lottery history, surpassed only by the astonishing $2.04 billion Powerball prize awarded in 2022.
The winning numbers from the drawing were 11, 23, 44, 61, 62, and the red Powerball was 17. While the basic prize for matching four white-ball numbers and the Powerball typically amounts to $50,000, the active Power Play multiplier doubled this amount for the fortunate players.
In addition to the three $100,000 winners, over 200 other participants in North Carolina also experienced success in the drawing. Many received $200 for matching either four white-ball numbers or three white-ball numbers plus the red Powerball. Several players benefited from the Power Play option, which allowed them to double their winnings.
Following the conclusion of the drawing, the Powerball jackpot has reset to a lower $20 million for the next drawing scheduled for Monday night. A tantalizing $1.4 billion jackpot is on offer, which translates to an estimated $634.3 million in cash, attracting the attention of eager players across the country.
This latest windfall for North Carolinians echoes a previous victory by a group of co-workers known as “The Money Team,” who also won $100,000 after purchasing a ticket at Walmart in Charlotte on August 23. Initially, they believed their ticket had won $500, but upon further examination during a group call, they discovered it was actually $100,000. After accounting for state and federal taxes, the Money Team took home a total of $71,751.
North Carolina, like many states, continues to promote the Powerball as a means for players to dream big while contributing to state education initiatives through lottery funds. The excitement surrounding massive jackpots often results in heightened ticket sales and participation, allowing players to hope for life-changing fortunes.
As the Powerball game continues, players remain hopeful for their chance at the jackpot. With such large sums at stake, the anticipation surrounding upcoming drawings is sure to grow, encouraging both new and seasoned players to participate in the hopes of winning. The thrill of the lottery, combined with the possibility of a life-changing payout, contributes to the ongoing popularity of the Powerball across North Carolina and beyond.
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- WCNC
- Wikipedia: Powerball
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- Google Search: Powerball jackpot
- NC Lottery
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- Charlotte Observer
- Encyclopedia Britannica: lottery
- WXII 12
- Google News: lottery news
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