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Last Powerball Drawing Of 2021 Expected To Be $441 Million
New Hampshire Lottery officials say a win Wednesday could be a one-time payout of around $317.5M (before taxes); $50K ticket sold in Nashua.
CONCORD, NH — The last Powerball drawing for 2021 could potentially be worth nearly half a billion dollars.
The drawing for Wednesday is expected to reach $441 million with a one-time cash payout of $317.5 million (before taxes).
“What an incredible opportunity for our New Hampshire players to cap off 2021 with a $441 million win,” Charlie McIntyre, the executive director of the New Hampshire Lottery, said. “Retailers are reporting excellent sales and the excitement is building. I can think of 441 million reasons to get your tickets for tomorrow night’s drawing. You have to play to win.”
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The jackpot has been growing since nearly $700 million was won in California in early October.
On Monday, according to McIntyre, a $50,000 ticket was sold at The Bright Spot on East Dunstable Road in Nashua. That player matched four of the five winning numbers as well as the Powerball number.
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Tickets are on sale at more than 1,200 retailers statewide, and online at NH iLottery.
For more info and how to play, visit nhlottery.com.
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