A Powerball ticket sold in Pulaski County, Virginia, has made headlines after it matched five of the winning numbers, awarding the holder $1 million. The ticket was purchased at a 7-Eleven store located on Cleburn Blvd in Dublin.
Winning Details
The drawing occurred on Wednesday, November 12. The winning numbers for this draw were:
- 29
- 39
- 43
- 51
- 65
- Powerball: 23
The ticket successfully matched the first five numbers but did not include the Powerball number. This makes it the only ticket in Virginia to achieve this outcome and one of just two nationwide.
Prize Claims and Instructions
The fortunate winner has a window of 180 days from the drawing date to claim their prize. Lottery officials recommend signing the ticket’s back to ensure ownership before proceeding with any claims. Once ready, the winner should contact the Virginia Lottery office to claim their $1 million.
Jackpot and Store Incentives
Despite this significant win, no ticket matched all six numbers, leaving the jackpot for Saturday’s drawing estimated at $546 million. For selling the winning ticket, the 7-Eleven store will receive a $10,000 bonus from the Virginia Lottery.
Impact on Education Funding
The Virginia Lottery contributes its profits to K-12 education within the state. Over the last fiscal year, Pulaski County benefited from more than $4.5 million in lottery funds for educational purposes. A total of $901 million was raised for K-12 education across Virginia, constituting at least 10% of the state’s overall budget.
Powerball Odds and Draw Schedule
Powerball drawings take place thrice weekly—on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:59 p.m. The odds of winning the jackpot by matching all six numbers stand at 1 in 292.2 million. Conversely, the odds of winning any Powerball prize are 1 in 25.
For further details on Virginia lottery funds distributed to school districts, viewers can visit the Virginia Lottery’s Giving Back page. Additional information and online game options are available through the Virginia Lottery’s official website and its mobile app.
