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Lottery Powerball jackpot news is giving Maryland players another reason to check their tickets. A Powerball ticket sold at a 7-Eleven in College Park matched the first five numbers in Saturday night’s drawing, earning a $1 million prize, according to the Maryland Lottery.
The winning ticket was purchased at the 7-Eleven located at 8905 Rhode Island Ave. in College Park. It matched the numbers 6, 17, 27, 48 and 50, but missed the Powerball number, 5. That left the ticket one number short of the top prize, while still producing one of the largest available prizes in the drawing.
Maryland Powerball Ticket Scores a $1 Million Win
The College Park ticket marks the second consecutive Powerball drawing to produce a $1 million-winning ticket in Maryland. The previous million-dollar ticket came from the July 29 drawing and was sold at a Royal Farms in Odenton.
Lottery officials said the College Park winner has 182 days from the drawing date to claim the prize. The identity of the ticket holder was not immediately released, and the winner must present the ticket through the Maryland Lottery’s approved claim process.
Another Maryland player also landed a significant prize Saturday night. A ticket sold at Max Liquors, located at 736 Frederick Road in Catonsville, won $50,000 after matching four of the first five numbers along with the Powerball number.
Thousands of Players Win Smaller Prizes
The Maryland Lottery reported that 30,658 Maryland players won prizes in Saturday night’s Powerball drawing. Awards ranged from $4 to the million-dollar prize, creating thousands of winning tickets throughout the state.
For many players, smaller prizes can be claimed at authorized lottery retailers, while larger awards may require winners to contact the Maryland Lottery directly. Players are encouraged to sign the back of their tickets and keep them in a secure location until they are ready to claim their winnings.
- College Park ticket: $1 million
- Catonsville ticket: $50,000
- Total Maryland winning tickets: 30,658
- Prize claim deadline: 182 days from the drawing date
Lottery Powerball Jackpot Rises to Estimated $748 Million
Although one Maryland ticket came close, no player matched all six numbers in Saturday night’s drawing. As a result, the lottery powerball jackpot increased to an estimated $748 million annuity for Monday night’s drawing.
Players who choose the lump-sum option would receive an estimated cash value of $325.1 million, before applicable federal and state taxes. The annuity figure represents payments distributed over time, while the cash option provides a single payment with a lower advertised value.
The jackpot has not been won since May 2. Since that drawing, Maryland players have collected more than $6 million in Powerball prizes. That total includes two $1 million winners, a $100,000 prize in Edgewood and 13 tickets worth $50,000 sold across the state.
When Is the Next Powerball Drawing?
Powerball drawings take place every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Tickets cost $2, and players can purchase them through authorized Maryland Lottery retailers.
The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot remain extremely long, but the latest Maryland results show that substantial prizes continue to reach players across the state. The College Park win also highlights the importance of checking tickets carefully, since a ticket that misses the jackpot can still be worth $1 million.
Players should compare every number with the official results and check tickets from both College Park and Catonsville. Unclaimed prizes can expire, making the 182-day deadline especially important for Maryland winners.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did the College Park Powerball ticket win?
The ticket won $1 million after matching the first five numbers in Saturday night’s drawing but missing the Powerball number.
Where was the winning Maryland ticket sold?
It was sold at the 7-Eleven located at 8905 Rhode Island Ave. in College Park.
What is the latest lottery powerball jackpot estimate?
The jackpot increased to an estimated $748 million annuity, with a cash option of approximately $325.1 million, for Monday night’s drawing.
How long do Maryland winners have to claim prizes?
Maryland Lottery winners have 182 days from the drawing date to claim their prizes.
How much do Powerball tickets cost?
Powerball tickets cost $2 and are available through authorized lottery retailers.
