Michigan Powerball Player Wins $1M Prize in Latest Drawing
A Powerball player in Southeast Michigan is ending the year as a millionaire after winning a $1 million runner-up prize in Wednesday night’s Powerball drawing, according to lottery officials.
The winning ticket was one of several across the country that matched all five white ball numbers, falling just short of the jackpot but still securing the second-highest prize available in the Powerball game.
Historic Jackpot Claimed in Arkansas
Wednesday’s drawing also produced a jackpot winner. A ticket sold in Arkansas matched all five white balls plus the red Powerball, claiming a massive $1.817 billion jackpot. The prize is considered the second-largest lottery jackpot in U.S. history, highlighting the extraordinary scale of the drawing.
Once a jackpot is won, Powerball rules require the prize pool to reset for the next drawing, ending one of the most closely watched lottery runs of the year.
Multiple $1 Million Winners Nationwide
In addition to the jackpot-winning ticket, eight players nationwide matched all five white balls during Wednesday’s drawing. Each of those tickets earned an automatic $1 million prize, which is the second-highest payout in the Powerball game.
One of those lucky tickets was sold in Michigan at a Kroger supermarket located at 10059 East Highland Road in Howell, according to the Michigan Lottery.
Lottery officials typically advise winners to sign the back of their ticket immediately and consult legal and financial professionals before claiming large prizes.
Odds Highlight the Rarity of the Win
Despite the excitement, lottery officials emphasize the extreme odds involved. The probability of matching all five white balls plus the Powerball is 1 in 292,201,338, making the jackpot one of the most difficult prizes to win in any game of chance.
By comparison, the odds of matching only the five white balls—the combination that earned the Michigan player $1 million—are 1 in 11,688,054. While significantly better than winning the jackpot, officials still describe the outcome as highly unlikely.
About the Powerball Game
Powerball is a multi-state lottery sold in 45 U.S. states, as well as Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Tickets cost $2 per play, with an optional Power Play feature available for an additional cost in some jurisdictions.
Drawings are held three times a week—on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays—and jackpots continue to grow until a ticket matches all required numbers.
What Happens Next for the Winner?
Michigan Lottery officials said the winner has a limited time window to claim the prize, though the exact deadline depends on state regulations. Winners may choose between a lump-sum payment or annuity options, depending on the prize structure and applicable rules.
As Michigan celebrates another big lottery win, officials remind players that lottery games are meant for entertainment and that results are always based on chance.
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