Charlotte, North Carolina, September 8, 2025
News Summary
Three residents in North Carolina became instant millionaires, each winning $100,000 in the recent Powerball lottery drawing. The jackpot had reached a historic $1.8 billion, creating significant excitement. Notably, a group known as ‘The Money Team’ purchased a winning ticket that contributed to their unexpected fortune. With more prizes distributed and the jackpot resetting, anticipation builds for the next draw.
Charlotte, North Carolina – Three Winners Share $100,000 After Recent Powerball Drawing
Three residents of North Carolina became instant millionaires after winning $100,000 each in the latest Powerball lottery draw held on Saturday night. The drawing, which drew widespread attention due to the unusually high jackpot, resulted in notable wins across the state and beyond.
The Powerball Jackpot Reaches Historic Heights
The lottery’s jackpot climbed to $1.8 billion prior to the drawing, making it the second-largest in United States history. The record was set during a jackpot in 2022, which reached $2.04 billion. The enormous payout attracted millions of players nationwide, fueling anticipation for the draw.
The winning numbers for the drawing were 11, 23, 44, 61, 62, with the red Powerball 17. Official results confirmed that two tickets, sold in Missouri and Texas, claimed the grand prize of the $1.8 billion jackpot, ending the streak of record-setting wins and resetting the jackpot to a more modest $20 million for the next drawing scheduled on Monday night.
North Carolina’s Notable Wins
Several North Carolina players benefitted from the draw’s secondary prizes. Four individuals who matched four white-ball numbers plus the Powerball number secured a $100,000 prize each, thanks to the game’s active 2x “Power Play” multiplier. Under normal rules, matching four white balls and the Powerball without Power Play would have earned a $50,000 payout.
In addition, over 200 other players within North Carolina also earned prizes, each receiving $200 for either matching four white balls or three white balls plus the Powerball. Some of these winnings were doubled due to the Power Play multiplier, further boosting their prizes.
The Group Known as “The Money Team”
A unique story emerged from Charlotte, where a group of co-workers united as “The Money Team” purchased a ticket at Walmart on August 23. Their ticket matched the winning numbers, earning them a $100,000 prize. Initially, the group believed they had only won $500, but during a group call, they discovered the full prize amount of $100,000.
After deductions for federal and state taxes, the team received a total payout of approximately $71,751. Their unexpected windfall has garnered attention within the local community.
Next Gambling Opportunity and Jackpot Expectations
The upcoming Powerball draw on Monday night will feature a $1.4 billion jackpot, which is approximately $634.3 million in cash. This substantial amount continues to attract millions of participants eager to try their luck and potentially secure the next significant prize.
Summary of Key Facts
- Three North Carolina players each won $100,000 following the Saturday night Powerball drawing.
- The jackpot had reached $1.8 billion before being won by tickets sold in Missouri and Texas.
- The winning numbers were 11, 23, 44, 61, 62, with the red Powerball 17.
- Four North Carolina players matched four white balls plus the Powerball, earning $100,000 each with Power Play active.
- Over 200 other players in North Carolina won $200 prizes for matching various combinations, some doubled by Power Play.
- The jackpot reset to $20 million for the next drawing, scheduled on Monday night.
- “The Money Team,” a group of co-workers in Charlotte, won $100,000, which was later reduced to approximately $71,751 after taxes.
- The upcoming Powerball jackpot stands at $1.4 billion, or $634.3 million cash.
Conclusion
The recent Powerball draw exemplifies the widespread appeal of lottery games across the United States, with multiple players from North Carolina among the fortunate winners. As the jackpot resets and grows again, anticipation for the upcoming draw remains high, offering yet another opportunity for players to win life-changing sums.
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Additional Resources
- WCNC
- Wikipedia: Powerball
- WBTV
- Google Search: Powerball jackpot
- NC Lottery
- Google Scholar: lottery prizes
- Charlotte Observer
- Encyclopedia Britannica: lottery
- WXII 12
- Google News: lottery news
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