A lucky Powerball ticket sold in Prince George’s County has won $50,000, though no jackpot winner was announced after Monday night’s drawing. The third-tier winning ticket was purchased at Tucker’s Liquors, located at 8100 Old Alexandria Ferry Road in Clinton, Maryland. This marks the 40th third-tier Maryland Powerball winner in 2024.
The winning numbers drawn on Monday, Sept. 16, were 8, 9, 11, 27, and 31, with a Powerball of 17. Despite several smaller wins, no player managed to match all six numbers, causing the jackpot to continue growing. The estimated jackpot for the next drawing, scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 18, has reached a staggering $176 million. For those who prefer a lump sum payment, the estimated cash option is $89.4 million.
Reminder for Winners
Lottery officials are urging all winners, especially the recent $50,000 ticket holder from Prince George’s County, to sign the back of their tickets as soon as possible and store them safely. Winners have 182 days from the date of the drawing to claim their prize. To ensure a smooth process, it’s important for ticket holders to review the Maryland Lottery’s procedures for claiming prizes.
Prizes over $25,000 must be claimed through the Maryland Lottery’s headquarters, which is located in the Montgomery Park Business Center at 1800 Washington Blvd., Suite 330, Baltimore. To claim a prize in person, an appointment is required—walk-ins are not accepted. Appointment times can be scheduled through the Lottery’s official website. For smaller winnings, prize claims can be processed by mail or at designated lottery retailers.
More information on how to claim prizes can be found on the “How to Claim” section of the Maryland Lottery website.
Jackpot Reset Promotion Continues
In addition to the excitement of the growing Powerball jackpot, the Maryland Lottery is currently running its popular Jackpot Reset Promotion. This special promotion, which is scheduled to run through Sept. 26 (unless a jackpot is hit before then), offers players an opportunity to receive a free Powerball ticket when they purchase a Mega Millions ticket. The free $2 Powerball ticket will be issued at random during eligible Mega Millions purchases and will be valid for the next Powerball drawing.
This promotion provides an added incentive for lottery enthusiasts to try their luck in both games, increasing their chances of taking home a prize. The Lottery encourages participants to check their tickets immediately after purchasing to see if they’ve received a free Powerball ticket.
Powerball Popularity
Powerball continues to be one of the most popular lotteries in the U.S., with players drawn to its large jackpots and multiple ways to win. The game offers nine prize tiers, with the jackpot growing after each drawing without a winner. As the jackpot rises, ticket sales tend to surge, leading to even larger prize pools.
The $176 million prize for the upcoming drawing is likely to attract significant attention from players across the country, particularly as the jackpot continues its upward trend. If no winner is announced after Wednesday’s drawing, the jackpot will roll over once again, continuing to grow until a lucky player hits the winning combination.
For now, all eyes are on Wednesday night’s Powerball drawing, with hopes high that someone may soon become the game’s next big winner.
