September 10, 2025

Eight Powerball Players in North Carolina Win Big

North Carolina, September 10, 2025

News Summary

Eight lucky Powerball players in North Carolina are celebrating after winning between $50,000 and $100,000 in a recent drawing. These winners matched all but one number in the drawing, where the grand jackpot reached an astonishing $1.8 billion. While two players from Missouri and Texas claimed the grand prize, North Carolina’s winners added to the excitement of this record jackpot. Additionally, over 200 other players in the state also enjoyed smaller prizes, showcasing the popularity of lottery games in the region.

North Carolina – Eight Powerball players in North Carolina are celebrating after winning between $50,000 and $100,000 in the September 6 drawing, where the grand jackpot reached an astonishing $1.8 billion. These players matched all but one number in the drawing, which featured white balls numbered 11, 23, 44, 61, and 62, with the red Powerball being 17.

Each of the eight fortunate players who participated in the drawing will receive a minimum prize of $50,000. Notably, three of the winners chose to add the Power Play option to their tickets, which effectively doubles their winnings to $100,000. The tickets for these victories were purchased for only $2 to $3 each.

Winning tickets worth $100,000 were sold at the following locations:

Food Lion in Angier
Speedy Mart in Forest City
An online player in Durham

Additionally, tickets worth $50,000 were sold at the following spots:

Food Lion in Fayetteville
Circle K in Kernersville
Foust Corner Market in Mebane
An online player in Angier
An online player in Raleigh

The massive $1.8 billion jackpot was ultimately shared between two winners from Missouri and Texas, who claimed the grand prize, leaving North Carolina’s players excited but just shy of the ultimate win. Following this drawing, the Powerball jackpot has reset to $20 million for the next game, increasing anticipation for players across the nation.

Winning players are advised to sign their tickets to confirm ownership and ensure that their prizes are safeguarded. In addition to the significant wins, more than 200 other players throughout the state also enjoyed smaller winnings by matching either four white-ball numbers or three white-ball numbers along with the Powerball.

The North Carolina state-run lottery has enjoyed remarkable success, surpassing $1 billion in sales for the third consecutive year. The state recently recorded an impressive $6.6 billion in lottery sales for the fiscal year 2025, showcasing the increasing popularity of lottery games among residents. Nearly 40% of these sales stemmed from a digital product known as Digital Instants, which allows players the convenience of purchasing tickets online.

The rise in lottery engagement has been attributed to population growth, a surge in large multistate jackpots, and the accessibility of online ticket purchases. On average, each North Carolinian spends approximately $421 annually on lottery tickets, demonstrating the integral role that lottery games play in the state’s recreational activities.

As the excitement continues around the recent Powerball drawing and the upcoming opportunities, resources are available for individuals who may require assistance with gambling. The national gambling hotline at 1-800-522-4700 is accessible to offer support for problem gambling issues.

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