Powerball Jackpot Rolls to $245 Million

What: Washingtonians, let your imaginations run wild… the Powerball Jackpot has reached $245 million! That’s enough money to host a luxury tailgate every week of this year’s football season (up to $15 million each week) for at least 67,000 fans in Seattle. 

When: The jackpot rose to $245 million on Saturday, September 7. The next drawing will take placeWednesday, September 11, at 8:00 p.m.

Where: Powerball tickets for Wednesday’s $245 million drawing are available for purchase at Washington’s Lottery retailer locations until 6:45 p.m. on Wednesday, September 11. Sales for the next drawing, Saturday, September 14, will resume at 8:01 p.m. on Wednesday evening. You can find Washington’s Lottery retail locationshere.        

Why: A Washingtonian wouldn’t be the only winner if their Powerball numbers are drawn. If this Wednesday’s Powerball jackpot winner is from Washington, the retailer that sold the ticket will receive a $50,000 selling bonus.

In addition, Washington’s Lottery benefits the Washington Opportunity Pathways Account, which provides scholarships to college students statewide. To learn more about Washington’s Lottery and to review all up-to-date winning numbers, please visit walottery.com.