In California, a person playing Powerball had some good luck recently, winning $1.2 million by correctly matching five numbers during the New Year’s Day drawing. The fortunate ticket was purchased at the Country Store on Baker Boulevard in Baker, a small town along Interstate 15 in San Bernardino County.
The winning numbers for this draw were 12, 21, 42, 44, 49, and the red Powerball was 1. Although it wasn’t the big jackpot, it’s still a significant win for the California player.
Meanwhile, in Michigan, another Powerball player struck gold by claiming the top prize of $842.4 million. This impressive sum ranks as the fifth-largest Powerball jackpot and the 10th-largest lottery jackpot in the United States. If the winner opts for a lump sum payment, they would receive $425.2 million before taxes.
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are quite slim, with a 1 in 292.2 million chance. Despite the low probability, Powerball remains a popular lottery game played in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
It’s worth noting that the information in this report is based on details provided by lottery officials, and The Associated Press has contributed to this story.
While the California player didn’t hit the jackpot, their $1.2 million win is a cause for celebration. Meanwhile, the fortunate individual in Michigan is now the recipient of one of the largest Powerball prizes in history. The allure of Powerball continues to captivate players across various states, despite the slim chances of claiming the elusive jackpot.
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