Virginia lottery players shared in the excitement of the historic $1.787 billion Powerball drawing, with over 266,000 tickets winning prizes in the state. The massive run of 42 drawings without a jackpot winner finally came to an end on Saturday night, but not before Virginians claimed significant rewards. According to lottery officials, sales from Powerball tickets in Virginia during this period generated nearly $29.6 million in profit, reflecting both the popularity of the game and the impact it has on state funding.
While the jackpot itself was won by two players in Missouri and Texas who matched all six numbers, Virginia had several noteworthy winners. Five tickets purchased across the state each won $100,000, while four others earned $50,000 apiece. The winning numbers for Saturday’s draw were 11, 23, 44, 61, and 62, with the Powerball number 17.
The five $100,000 tickets were bought at a variety of locations, showing the widespread participation of Virginia players. Winning tickets were sold at Gobble Stop on Wysor Highway in Barren Springs, JW Express on East 3rd Street in Farmville, Wawa on Brook Road in Richmond, Wawa on Garrisonville Road in Stafford, and Murphy Express on Farrow Drive in Winchester. Each of these lucky ticket holders walked away with a six-figure prize, making the drawing a memorable event in communities across the state.
The four $50,000 winning tickets were also spread across different areas, highlighting the broad appeal of the game. Winners purchased their tickets at Safeway on Nutley Street in Fairfax, Varina Market on Darbytown Road in Henrico, Wawa on Davidson Place in Manassas, and one through the official Virginia Lottery app. These smaller but still significant prizes added to the sense of excitement for thousands of players.
Virginia’s share of the winnings reflects the strong participation in the run-up to the record-breaking jackpot. Lottery officials noted that the total of 266,000 winning tickets included a wide range of prize amounts, from small payouts to the substantial $100,000 and $50,000 wins. These results demonstrate how Powerball continues to capture the imagination of players across the state.
For many Virginians, the Powerball is not just about the chance of winning life-changing sums but also about contributing to state programs that benefit from lottery profits. The $29.6 million generated through ticket sales during this period will go toward education and other essential state initiatives, underscoring the dual role of the lottery as both entertainment and a source of public funding.
The jackpot has now reset to $20 million for the next drawing scheduled for Monday, but the excitement of the record-breaking run will linger. Players in Virginia, like those across the country, are reminded that while the odds of hitting the jackpot are slim, smaller prizes are often won, as the latest drawing proved. With both $100,000 and $50,000 winners spread across multiple cities, the Powerball continues to bring moments of fortune to everyday people.
The record-setting jackpot, now the second-largest in U.S. lottery history, drew national attention, and Virginians were no exception in joining the frenzy. For those who purchased winning tickets in Richmond, Fairfax, Henrico, Manassas, Stafford, Winchester, and Farmville, the drawing will be remembered not just as a national milestone but as a personal windfall.
As the Powerball jackpot returns to a more modest $20 million, players across Virginia are expected to continue testing their luck, inspired by the stories of neighbors who turned a ticket into a substantial prize. The combination of record jackpots, frequent drawings, and the chance for life-changing wins ensures that Powerball remains one of the most compelling games offered by the Virginia Lottery.
For now, Virginians can celebrate the success of local winners while looking ahead to the next drawing. Whether purchasing tickets at convenience stores, supermarkets, or online through the lottery app, thousands will try again, chasing the dream of becoming the state’s next big winner.
