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Your Top Lottery Prize This Weekend: $181 Million
Would a lottery jackpot that size change your plans for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday?
If someone hits the Mega Millions jackpot this weekend, they’ll have plenty of time—and money—to make alternative arrangements for their Thanksgiving break, whether that includes leaving their folks, in-laws or other family members at home in favor of a warmer holiday destination, or bringing everyone along for the ride.
The big prize in the Mega Millions game continues to grow after going unclaimed in Tuesday’s drawing, and as of Thursday afternoon, the jackpot for Friday night’s drawing had swelled to $181 million.
But don’t rule out playing Powerball if the thought of an awesome impromptu vacation is on your mind—a lucky ticket in Saturday night’s drawing could be worth $50 million.
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Would you bring your family along for the ride if you won either of these jackpots this weekend? Share your lottery dreams with us in the comments.
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