The Powerball lottery jackpot continues to climb, reaching an estimated $212 million after a lucky winner in Ohio scooped up $138 million in the previous drawing. Monday’s winning numbers were 09-22-57-67-68 with Powerball 14 and Power Play 3X. The lump sum payment for the current jackpot would be approximately $105.5 million before taxes.
In addition to the regular drawing, players in select locations have the opportunity to participate in the Double Play feature, which offers another chance to match their Powerball numbers in a separate drawing with a top cash prize of $10 million. Powerball is available in 45 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico, with the Double Play add-on feature being offered in 13 lottery jurisdictions, including Pennsylvania and Michigan.
For just $2, players have a one in 292.2 million chance of winning the jackpot. Drawings are held at 10:59 p.m. Eastern on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, with the deadline to purchase tickets at 9:45 p.m. So, grab your tickets and check your numbers to see if you’re the next big winner in the Powerball lottery!
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