North Carolina, September 10, 2025
News Summary
Eight Powerball players across North Carolina are celebrating wins ranging from $50,000 to $100,000 after matching all but one of the winning numbers in a recent $1.8 billion jackpot drawing. Notably, three winners doubled their prizes using the Power Play feature. Several locations throughout the state sold the winning tickets, contributing to a total of over 200 players who claimed smaller prizes. With significant sales reported for the state lottery, North Carolina’s player engagement continues to rise.
North Carolina – Eight Powerball players across North Carolina celebrated wins ranging from $50,000 to $100,000 after nearly clinching a portion of the $1.8 billion jackpot drawn on September 6. Each of the eight winners matched all but one of the winning numbers, bolstering the excitement surrounding what has become one of the largest jackpots in Powerball history.
The winning numbers for the record-setting drawing were announced as 11-23-44-61-62 for the white balls and 17 for the red Powerball. While the grand prize was ultimately claimed by winners in Missouri and Texas, the North Carolina players had remarkable successes of their own.
Each ticket held by the eight winners was initially worth $50,000. Notably, three of these fortunate individuals opted for the Power Play feature, which doubled their winnings to $100,000. Participants had the chance to win these prizes after spending just $2 to $3 on their tickets.
Distribution of Winning Tickets
Among the winners claiming $100,000 tickets, one was sold at the Food Lion in Angier, another at the Speedy Mart in Forest City, and one was purchased online in Durham. Meanwhile, $50,000 tickets were sold at several locations, including:
- Food Lion in Fayetteville
- Circle K in Kernersville
- Foust Corner Market in Mebane
- Online players in Angier and Raleigh
Statewide Lottery Overview
In total, more than 200 other players throughout North Carolina also enjoyed smaller winnings by matching either four white-ball numbers or three white-ball numbers and the Powerball. The Powerball jackpot reset to $20 million for the next drawing following the record jackpot payout.
The North Carolina Education Lottery has experienced significant success, surpassing $1 billion in sales for the third consecutive year. In the fiscal year 2025, the state reported $6.6 billion in lottery sales, showcasing a notable increase in player engagement. Almost 40% of these sales were driven by a digital product called Digital Instants, reflecting the growing trend of online lottery ticket purchases among residents.
Engagement and Participation Trends
The engagement in North Carolina’s lottery has been positively impacted by population growth and the high-stakes jackpots offered through multistate games like Powerball. Players in the state spend an average of approximately $421 annually on lottery tickets, indicating strong participation in lottery activities.
Encouragement for Winners
As a best practice, all winners are reminded to sign their tickets to secure ownership. For those experiencing gambling problems, resources are available through the national gambling hotline at 1-800-522-4700.
The impressive numbers this season illustrate the excitement surrounding North Carolina’s lottery, with the recent winnings further igniting interest among players across the state.
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Additional Resources
- WCNC: Powerball Jackpot Winnings in North Carolina
- News Observer: North Carolina Lottery News
- WRAL: NC Lottery Surpasses $1B in Sales
- Wikipedia: North Carolina Lottery
- Google Search: Powerball North Carolina 2025
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