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Mega Millions Jackpot Nearing Record Heights
Friday's drawing is expected to be the third largest Mega Millions jackpot in history, according to Lottery officials.
By Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
There was no winner in yesterday’s Mega Millions game which means that the July 1 jackpot drawing is increasing and is expected to reach $415 million, according to officials.
Presuming it reaches that amount, it will be the third largest jackpot in the history of the Mega Millions game and the largest since 2013, Lottery officials said.
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The one-time cash payout option for Friday, if you win, is expected to be more than $286 million.
The jackpot has been growing for 32 straight drawings. The last time the jackpot reached this level was in December 2013, when it swelled to $636 million. The record is $656 million, which hit on March 30, 2012.
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