Mega Millions jackpot reaches $681M, Powerball also on rise
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ATLANTA - If you need an extra push to get out of bed for work, this might do the trick. The Mega Millions jackpot has soared to a staggering $681 million.
A winning ticket could net the lucky holder more than $336 million in cash. The next drawing is scheduled for tonight at 11 p.m.
Two Georgia Lottery players each won $10,000 in Friday’s Mega Millions drawing after matching four of the first five winning numbers plus the Mega Ball.
One of the winning tickets was sold at RaceTrac #2448 on Clairmont Road in Brookhaven, while the other was purchased online by a resident of Commerce.
These wins come during an ongoing jackpot run, which has seen 25 drawings since the last jackpot of $552 million was won on June 4. Players are encouraged to check their tickets, as there are nine ways to win prizes, ranging from $2 to the jackpot.
Mega Millions winners in Georgia have 180 days from the draw date to claim their prizes. Tickets can be purchased at Georgia Lottery retailers statewide or online for residents with a Georgia mailing address who are located within the state at the time of purchase.
Mega Millions tickets are $2 per play, with options to multiply prizes or enter for just the jackpot. Drawings take place at 11 p.m. Eastern Time on Tuesdays and Fridays in Atlanta. Proceeds from Mega Millions, like all Georgia Lottery games, benefit education in the state.
Meanwhile, the Powerball jackpot is also climbing, currently sitting at $93 million. The next drawing for Powerball will take place tomorrow night, giving players another chance at a significant prize.