Won the Powerball Jackpot
The Powerball jackpot was worth $366.7 million when a ticket from Vermont won it on Wednesday. The jackpot had been estimated at around that amount, but it continued to grow based on actual sales. The winning ticket was purchased in Middlebury, Vermont. It was the first winning ticket purchased in the state. The winner opted to receive their winnings in a reduced lump sum or an annuity over 29 years. The winnings are subject to taxes, which can greatly reduce their value.
The Powerball jackpot is the third largest lottery prize in U.S. history. The last winner was Hugh Hawkins, who won $113.2 million in January 2006. A retired Louisiana couple claimed the nearly $56 million jackpot in March. The couple chose to accept their winnings through attorney Russell J. Stutes, Jr.
Since the game began in 1992, there have been hundreds of Powerball jackpot winners. A look at the Biggest Powerball Winners page will give you a good idea of the largest prizes ever awarded. Powerball was first introduced in 23 states, but membership has steadily increased. As such, some states have more jackpot winners than others.
Who Won the Powerball Jackpot?
Johnson emigrated to the United States when he was 16 years old. He worked at a store across the street from the gas station. When he found out he had won, he was shaking so hard. He plans to donate his winnings to local charities. If you have a Powerball ticket, make sure it is not one of these scammers.
Powerball is a game of chance, so it is important to be patient when claiming your prize. Powerball winners can claim their prize money online or in person at the lottery office. The latest draw was held Saturday, and it is worth visiting the lottery office to claim your prize money. This jackpot is worth $429 million.
The lottery has many rules governing who can claim the jackpot. A judge can grant a request to remain anonymous. Several lottery winners choose to remain anonymous, but others choose to be public and claim their prize. It is important to read the rules of your lottery before claiming your prize. It is important to remember that some of these rules are written to protect your privacy.
The winning ticket was purchased in Merrimack, New Hampshire, about 25 miles outside of Concord. The winning ticket was sold at the Reeds Ferry Market. It has become the largest lottery jackpot in history. However, despite the high jackpot, it is important to be responsible. You don’t want to be in debt because you’re too excited.
Another lucky winner who split the jackpot was Lerynne West, who chose to receive $140 million in a lump sum after taxes. Lerynne West had worked for a health insurance company before winning the lottery, but retired after learning about her win. She plans to buy a new car and give the rest to family and friends. She also wants to set aside money for her grandchildren to go to college.