Lottery Fever in the Neighborhood: Who’s playing Mega Millions + Powerball?

Update:
One lucky duck in Maryland has won over $731million! The jackpot-winning Powerball ticket was sold at Coney Market, a convenience store in the Allegany County town of Lonaconing, MD. The market will receive a $100,000 bonus from the Maryland Lottery for selling the ticket to the fifth-largest lottery prize in U.S. history. Holy Moly!
There’s still a chance to win the big bucks
The Mega Millions jackpot is now at an estimated at $1billion! Yes, $1 billion! That’s cuckoo bananas money but why not buy a ticket, right? Someone’s gotta win, so why not us? Powerball winning jackpot currently is estimated to be worth $20 million – chump change – we know!
Here’s what you need to know to get in on the action.
When are the drawings?
Mega Millions drawings are Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. The next Mega Millions drawing is at 11 p.m. Friday, January 22nd. Ticket sales end at 10:45 p.m. in Massachusetts.
Powerball drawings are Wednesday and Friday at 11 p.m. The next Powerball drawing is at 11 p.m. Wednesday, January 20th. Ticket sales end at 9:50 p.m. in Massachusetts.
How much does it cost and where can I buy a ticket?
Both Mega Millions and Powerball tickets cost $2 per play. Most liquor + convenience stores sell lottery tickets.
What would be the first thing you would do if you won?


BPD Community Alert: Detectives Seek Public’s Assistance in Efforts to Identify Individual in Relation to an Aggravated Assault in South Boston
MBTA Announces New Weekday Harbor Loop Ferry Service Beginning June 29
Save the Harbor/Save the Bay Gives $63,000 to Fund Free South Boston Beach Events All Summer Long