Recent Powerball and Mega Millions Drawings
The latest Powerball drawing on July 13, 2024, revealed the numbers 9, 55, 59, 66, 69, and Powerball 21. The Power Play option was 2x. Unfortunately, no one won the $55 million jackpot, which means the prize now climbs to $64 million for the next drawing on Monday, July 15, at 10:59 p.m. The cash option for this jackpot is worth $30.7 million. Despite the lack of a jackpot winner, there were still plenty of other prizes hit throughout Ohio, according to the Ohio Lottery.
Ohio Lottery Prizes and Winners
Even though the jackpot was not claimed, many Ohio residents still walked away with significant prizes. The Ohio Lottery reported numerous smaller prize winners across the state. These prizes ranged from a few hundred dollars to several thousand, providing a boost to many lucky players. The odds of hitting the Powerball jackpot are one in 292,201,338, while the odds of hitting a $1 million winning ticket in Powerball are one in 11,688,053.52.
Previous Big Winners in Ohio
Ohio has a history of producing big lottery winners. For instance, a winning Powerball ticket sold in Ohio previously hit a jackpot worth $139.3 million. This ticket was sold at a Walmart located at 7680 Brandt Pike in Huber Heights, north of Dayton. The winning numbers for that drawing were 2, 26, 33, 55, 57, and Powerball number 22, with a Power Play option of 2x. The jackpot-winning ticket was an auto-pick, meaning the numbers were randomly selected by the lottery machine.
Another notable win occurred last year when a ticket sold at GetGo in Macedonia, Northeast Ohio, hit a jackpot worth $252.6 million during the April 19 drawing. These significant wins highlight the potential for life-changing prizes that the Ohio Lottery offers.
Recent Mega Millions Drawings
The Mega Millions drawing on July 12, 2024, had the winning numbers 15, 35, 48, 53, 68, with Mega Ball 8 and a Megaplier of 3x. No one won the $203 million jackpot, but there were thousands of smaller prize winners across Ohio. The next Mega Millions jackpot is now $226 million, with a cash option of $94.9 million. The next drawing will be on Tuesday, July 16, at 11 p.m.
Notable Mega Millions Wins in Ohio
A recent Mega Millions ticket sold in Ohio won a $1 million prize. The winning auto-pick ticket was sold at a UDF in Springboro, located between Dayton and Cincinnati. This ticket matched five white balls but missed the Mega Ball, narrowly missing the $181 million jackpot. Other $1 million winning tickets were also sold in California and Washington.
In another instance, a Sandusky woman recently won a $15 million prize on a scratch-off lottery ticket. These wins demonstrate that Ohio residents have had considerable luck with the Mega Millions lottery as well.
Upcoming Lottery Drawings and Odds
The next Powerball drawing is set for Monday, July 15, with a jackpot of $64 million and a cash option worth $30.7 million. The odds of hitting the Powerball jackpot are one in 292,201,338. The Mega Millions drawing on Tuesday, July 16, will have a jackpot of $226 million, with a cash option of $94.9 million. The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are one in 302,575,350.
How to Play and Where to Buy Tickets
Playing the lottery is simple. For Powerball, each ticket costs $2, and adding the Power Play option costs an additional $1. Players select five numbers from 1 to 69 (white balls) and one number from 1 to 26 (red Powerball). Quick pick tickets with random numbers can also be generated by lottery machines. Prizes range from $4 for matching just the Powerball to $1 million for matching all five white balls, up to the jackpot for matching all six balls.
Mega Millions tickets also cost $2 each, with the Megaplier option costing an additional $1. Players select five numbers from 1 to 70 and one number from 1 to 25 (Mega Ball). Similar to Powerball, quick pick tickets can be generated by lottery machines.
Tickets can be purchased in-person at gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, and some airport terminals. They can also be bought online through the Jackpocket app in certain states, including Ohio.
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Conclusion
The Ohio Lottery continues to create excitement and opportunities for residents to win life-changing prizes. With recent big wins and upcoming jackpots, the anticipation remains high. Whether you play Powerball, Mega Millions, or scratch-off tickets, the chance to win big is always present. Stay updated with the latest lottery news and results by subscribing to newsletters and downloading the WKYC app. Good luck to all the players, and may the odds be ever in your favor!
