Powerball jackpot hits $1.1 billion for the Sept. 1 drawing. How to watch, check numbers
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
- The Powerball jackpot has climbed to $1.1 billion with a cash value of $498.4 million ahead of the Sept. 1 drawing.
- The drawing begins at 10:59 p.m. ET, and tickets can be purchased online or in person the same day until 10 p.m. ET.
- Ohio winners must claim their prize within 180 days.
The Powerball jackpot has risen to $1.1 billion ahead of the next drawing on Monday, Sept. 1. The cash value payout is $498.4 million.
Here’s how to play and watch the Powerball drawing tonight.
Does Powerball draw on Labor Day?
Despite it being a national holiday, Powerball will be drawn on Labor Day.
What time is the September 1 Powerball drawing? How to watch and livestream tonight’s drawing
The next Powerball drawing will take place Monday, Sept. 1, at 10:59 p.m. ET.
Powerball drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET. Drawings are broadcast live at those times and live-streamed on the Powerball website.
How much is a Powerball ticket?
Powerball tickets cost $2.
What’s the latest time you can purchase a Powerball ticket?
In Ohio, the cutoff time to buy a Powerball ticket is 10 p.m. ET on the day of a drawing.
Is it legal to purchase lottery tickets online?
Yes.
Ohioans can order Powerball tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, or other online vendors. However, it’s important to choose a reliable online platform that is licensed and regulated to ensure that your purchase is safe and secure.
Where are lottery, Powerball tickets sold in Ohio?
Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets.
Did anyone win the Powerball jackpot? How to check your lottery tickets
You can check Powerball’s official website for the latest results. The Ohio Lottery also shows the winning Powerball numbers based on current and previous drawing dates.
Winning numbers for Aug. 30
Saturday’s winning numbers: 3-18-22-27-33, Powerball: 17, Power Play: 3x.
How to play Powerball
Want to try your luck? Once you purchase your ticket, you’ll pick six numbers. Five of them will be white balls with numbers from 1 to 69. The red Powerball ranges from 1 to 26. Participants can also add a “Power Play” for $1, which increases the winning for all non-jackpot prizes.
Have a winning Powerball ticket? Here’s how to claim your prize
The Ohio Lottery says you should take these steps if you win a jackpot. Powerball tickets do expire, and in Ohio, you must claim your prize within 180 days of the drawing date.
- You must have the original winning ticket to claim your prize.
- Powerball tickets purchased in Ohio can only be cashed in Ohio.
- When you win the jackpot, you will be able to select either 30 annual payments or the cash option.
- If you win up to $599: Present your ticket to any Ohio Lottery retailer for validation and immediate prize payment.
- Winnings from $600 to $5,000: Present your ticket to any Ohio Lottery retailer for validation and receive a pay-to-bearer receipt and a claim form for check processing. Present the pay-to-bearer receipt and completed claim form to an authorized bank cashing location and receive payment the same day.
- Over $5,000: Present your ticket to an Ohio Lottery office for validation and check processing.
- You must validate and cash your winning ticket within 180 days of the drawing date.
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