Group of Co-Workers from Lewes Business Hits it Big with Powerball: A Cool $50,000 Win

In a turn of events straight out of a dream, nearly three dozen workers from a family-owned business in Lewes, Delaware, found themselves in the spotlight for a reason they hadn't anticipated. The group of thirty-four colleagues, who had been pooling their resources to try their luck in the lottery, struck gold early this month with a win that has been the talk of the town.

Key Takeaways:

• Thirty-four co-workers from a Lewes business won a $50,000 prize in the Powerball lottery.
• The win comes after the group decided to start buying tickets together, inspired by the soaring Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots.
• A single ticket from Oregon snagged the grand prize jackpot of $1.3 billion during the same drawing.

The story of their win is not just about luck; it's a testament to unity and shared dreams. The group began their lottery journey during the Mega Millions frenzy in March, when the jackpot soared beyond the $1 billion mark. Not one to miss out on the excitement, they extended their hopes to Powerball, where the jackpot mirrored the high stakes.

The winning numbers from the fateful Saturday, April 6, drawing were 22, 27, 44, 52, 69, with the Powerball being 9 and the Power Play at 3X. This combination proved to be a perfect match for the group, minus one number, securing them a significant $50,000 prize.

The win was part of a larger lucky streak in Delaware, as another player from Rehoboth Beach claimed a $1 million prize from the same drawing. Meanwhile, the grand prize of $1.3 billion found its way to Oregon, leaving a trail of excitement across states, with Match 5 winners in Arizona, Florida, Iowa, Massachusetts, Michigan, and Wyoming each securing $1 million.

For those wondering about their next chance at fortune, the Powerball drawings continue to be a beacon of hope. With drawings three times a week, every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. ET, the dream of becoming a millionaire overnight stays alive. Tickets remain accessible until shortly before the draw in various states, keeping the anticipation high.

As for the Powerball tickets, they offer a gateway to a world of possibilities for just $2. Players have a range of options, from selecting their lucky numbers to letting fate decide with a quick pick. The game boasts nine ways to win, with the Power Play option providing a chance to multiply non-jackpot wins.

The odds, of course, are as daunting as they are enticing, with the grand prize odds standing at 1 in 292,201,338. Yet, the story of the Lewes co-workers serves as a reminder that sometimes, against all odds, dreams do come true.

So, what's the largest Powerball jackpot ever won? The record still stands at an eye-watering $1.586 billion, split three ways in January 2016, a figure that continues to fuel the fantasies of millions of players across the country.