Following the latest Powerball drawing, the jackpot has surged to $279 million for the upcoming Monday draw. No one managed to claim the top prize during Saturday’s draw. If a player matches all six numbers, they have the option to receive a lump sum cash payment of $131.5 million.
Over the weekend, one fortunate individual in Michigan secured a $1 million prize. Additionally, in Oregon, a player became the first jackpot winner of 2025, walking away with an impressive $328.5 million jackpot on January 18th.
The winning numbers for the Monday Powerball drawing, slated for just after 11 p.m. ET, will be disclosed shortly. Powerball tickets are available in New Jersey.
For those curious about the winning numbers for the 3/3/2025 Powerball drawing, they will be listed once the draw takes place. The winning lottery numbers are presented by Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network.
Any updates on Powerball winners will be shared as soon as they are announced by lottery officials. To view a comprehensive list of past Powerball winners, visit the lottery’s website.
The next Powerball drawing is scheduled for Wednesday, March 5, shortly after 11 p.m. ET.
To participate in the Powerball, individuals must purchase a $2 ticket from various locations such as convenience stores, gas stations, and supermarkets. In some states, tickets can be bought online. Players then select six numbers, five white balls numbered 1 to 69, and one red Powerball ranging from 1 to 26. For an additional dollar, players can opt for a “Power Play” feature that multiplies non-jackpot prizes by different factors.
Powerball draws occur on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday evenings. If the jackpot remains unclaimed, the prize money will continue to grow.
Tickets can be bought in person at gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery outlets. Some airport terminals also offer lottery tickets. Alternatively, tickets can be purchased online through Jackpocket in select U.S. states and territories.
For more information and to order tickets, visit Jackpocket’s website. Note that certain age restrictions and responsible gambling helplines apply.
Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Contact him at fernando.cervantes@gannett.com and follow him on Twitter @fern_cerv_.
The winning numbers for the Powerball lottery jackpot of $279 million on March 3, 2025, were originally published on USA TODAY.
