Charlotte, North Carolina, September 8, 2025
News Summary
Three winners in North Carolina each claimed $100,000 after the recent Powerball lottery drawing. The jackpot reached a staggering $1.8 billion, attracting millions of players nationwide. The winning ticket holders enjoyed a large surprise, alongside over 200 other participants who also took home smaller prizes. The excitement continues as the jackpot resets to $20 million for the next drawing.
Three North Carolina Players Win $100,000 in Latest Powerball Drawing
Charlotte, North Carolina — Three individuals in North Carolina have each won $100,000 following the recent Powerball lottery drawing on Saturday night. The substantial winnings came as excitement mounts over the expanding jackpot, which reflects the lottery’s growing popularity and anticipation across the country.
Powerball Jackpot Grows to $1.8 Billion Before Last Drawing
The Powerball jackpot reached an extraordinary $1.8 billion before two tickets sold in Missouri and Texas matched all six numbers and claimed the grand prize, making it the second-largest jackpot in U.S. lottery history. The largest jackpot ever was a $2.04 billion prize won in 2022. The massive jackpot attracted millions of players nationwide, fueling widespread interest and ticket sales.
Winning Numbers and Prize Details
The winning numbers for the Saturday night drawing were 11, 23, 44, 61, 62, and the red Powerball 17. In North Carolina, four players matched four white balls along with the Powerball number. Due to an active 2x “Power Play” feature, each of these players received $100,000 instead of the regular $50,000 prize. The Power Play multiplier effectively doubled their winnings.
Additionally, over 200 other players in North Carolina managed to win $200 by matching either four white balls or three white balls plus the Powerball, with some of these players also benefiting from the Power Play multiplier to double their winnings. These smaller prizes reflect the widespread participation and multiple ways to win in the Powerball game.
Next Jackpot and Additional Winners
Following Saturday’s drawing, the Powerball jackpot reset to $20 million for the upcoming Monday night drawing, providing another opportunity for players to win a significant prize. Looking ahead, the upcoming Powerball jackpot is estimated at $1.4 billion, which is approximately $634.3 million in cash, offering an enticing prospect for lottery enthusiasts.
“The Money Team” Co-Workers Win Big
A group of co-workers known as “The Money Team” also celebrated a large win after purchasing a ticket at a Walmart store in Charlotte on August 23. Although they initially believed their ticket was worth only $500, they later discovered during a group call that their actual winnings were $100,000.
After federal and state taxes were deducted, the co-workers received a total payout of approximately $71,751. The revelation of their actual prize underscores the excitement and surprise often associated with lottery winnings, especially when the actual amount exceeds expectations.
Summary of Key Details
- Winning players in North Carolina: Three, each awarded $100,000
- Previous jackpot size: $1.8 billion, second-largest in U.S. history
- Grand prize winners: Two tickets in Missouri and Texas
- Winning numbers: 11, 23, 44, 61, 62, Powerball 17
- Additional winners in North Carolina: Over 200 players, winning $200 each
- Next jackpot: $20 million for the Monday night draw, with an upcoming estimated jackpot of $1.4 billion in cash
- “The Money Team”: Group from Charlotte who won $100,000; received $71,751 after taxes
The Powerball game continues to attract widespread participation, with large jackpots fueling excitement and multiple winners across different states. The next drawing scheduled for Monday night promises another chance for players to become instant multimillionaires through this popular lottery game.
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Additional Resources
- WCNC
- Wikipedia: Powerball
- WBTV
- Google Search: Powerball jackpot
- NC Lottery
- Google Scholar: lottery prizes
- Charlotte Observer
- Encyclopedia Britannica: lottery
- WXII 12
- Google News: lottery news
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