September 10, 2025

Eight Powerball Players Win Big in North Carolina

Charlotte, North Carolina, September 10, 2025

News Summary

Eight lucky Powerball players in North Carolina are celebrating after matching four white balls and the Powerball number in the recent drawing. Each winner will take home between $50,000 and $100,000, depending on their ticket options. Notable winning ticket locations include Food Lion and Circle K, contributing to a vibrant lottery community that has surpassed $1 billion in revenue. As the Powerball jackpot resets to $20 million, winners are encouraged to sign their tickets to secure their prizes.

Charlotte, North Carolina – Eight Powerball players in North Carolina celebrated substantial wins after matching all but one number in the September 6 drawing, which featured an impressive jackpot of $1.8 billion. Each of these fortunate players will take home prizes ranging from $50,000 to $100,000, depending on their selected options when purchasing their tickets.

The winning numbers from the drawing were white balls: 11, 23, 44, 61, and 62, with the red Powerball being 17. Each of the eight winners who matched four white balls and the Powerball earned $50,000, while three of them opted for the Power Play option, effectively doubling their winnings to $100,000. These prizes were awarded to players who spent between $2 and $3 on their lottery tickets.

Among the $100,000 winners, tickets were sold at various locations in North Carolina including Food Lion in Angier, Speedy Mart in Forest City, and an online player in Durham. The remaining winners who received $50,000 tickets made their purchases at additional outlets: Food Lion in Fayetteville, Circle K in Kernersville, Foust Corner Market in Mebane, as well as two online players—one in Angier and another in Raleigh.

It is notable that while North Carolina had several significant winners, the massive Powerball jackpot of $1.8 billion was ultimately split between two winners in Missouri and Texas. Following this drawing, the Powerball jackpot has reset to $20 million for the next drawing.

The North Carolina Lottery encourages winners to sign their tickets to establish ownership, ensuring their rights to the prizes. In addition to the eight substantial winners, over 200 other players in the state received smaller prizes by matching either four white balls or a combination of three white balls and the Powerball, contributing to a sense of widespread success in this lottery drawing.

The North Carolina state-run lottery has demonstrated remarkable growth, surpassing $1 billion in revenue for the third consecutive year. This surge in lottery sales can be attributed to enhanced digital engagement and an increase in population. In the 2025 fiscal year, total lottery sales reached a record of $6.6 billion, with nearly 40% of those sales coming from the state’s digital product, Digital Instants. This digital convenience has expanded the reach of lottery participation, allowing players to buy tickets online easily.

As North Carolina’s lottery market continues to thrive, it has also reported that the average annual spending on lottery tickets per individual in the state stands at approximately $421. With large multistate jackpots attracting players, the state has experienced significant engagement and participation growth.

While the lottery provides excitement and opportunities for winnings, it is essential for players to be aware of responsible gambling practices. Resources are available for individuals seeking support, including contacting the national gambling hotline at 1-800-522-4700.