First Winning Powerball Jackpot Of The Year Sold In Oregon (Photo) -01/19/25

The first Powerball jackpot of 2025, worth $328.5 million, was sold in Beaverton. The ticket for Saturday’s drawing was purchased on January 17 in the 97006 zip code.

 

The winner has a year to come forward and claim their prize. Once a claimant comes forward, it will take time before a winner can be identified due to security and payment processes. Per state law, players in Oregon, with few exceptions, cannot remain anonymous. The largest Powerball prize previously won in Oregon was last year’s $1.3 billion jackpot split between a Portland man, his wife, and friend.

 

Approximately a third of sales from the game will be returned to state beneficiaries to support economic development, education, veteran services, state parks and more.

 

Retailers who sell lottery tickets also earn commissions from the boost in ticket sales and bonus payments for lower tier wins. For instance, an Oregon retailer who sells a $1 million ticket would earn a $10,000 bonus. The location of the retailer where the current ticket was sold will not be revealed until a winner has come forward due to security protocols.

 

The Powerball jackpot was last won in December when a ticket sold in New York that was worth $256 million. Powerball is a multi-state jackpot operated by 44 states, plus the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico.

 

The Oregon Lottery recommends that you always sign the back of your ticket to ensure you can claim your prize. In the event of winning a jackpot, players should consult with a trusted financial planner or similar professional to develop a plan for their winnings.

 

Since the Oregon Lottery began selling tickets on April 25, 1985, it has earned nearly $16.5 billion for economic development, public education, outdoor school, state parks, veteran services, and watershed enhancements. For more information on the Oregon Lottery visit www.oregonlottery.org.

 

Oregon Lottery Launches Cash Pop With Hourly Chances To Win (Photo) -01/13/25

Salem, Ore. – Oregon Lottery this week launches Cash Pop, a new draw game where you only need to pick one number to play. Cash Pop features a chance to win every hour from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. The game replaces Lucky Lines, which had its last draw on January 12.

 

How do you play Cash Pop? Pick a favorite number between 1 – 15, match it to what’s drawn, and you win! Players can bet $1, $2, $5, or $10 per draw. The prize for your number is assigned randomly at the time of purchase and will vary. The amount of the wager determines the range of prize. At minimum, a win will be five times your chosen purchase price. More details on game odds and wagers are available on Oregon Lottery’s website.

 

“Cash Pop offers our players something they’ve been asking for – a chance to win more frequently,” said Tina Erickson, Oregon Lottery’s product manager. “The game is simple and fun. Your favorite number could result in a prize between $5 and $2,500.”

 

Players can also choose the Quick Pick option when playing. Cash Pop drawings may be viewed at Oregon Lottery retailers or players can check the Oregon Lottery app to see if their number has “popped.” Oregon is the 16th lottery to bring the Cash Pop game into the market.

 

The Oregon Lottery recommends that you sign the back of your ticket to ensure you can claim any prize. In the event of winning a jackpot, players should consult with a trusted financial planner or similar professional to develop a plan for their winnings. Players have a year to claim their prize and must be 18 to play.  

 

Since the Oregon Lottery began selling tickets on April 25, 1985, it has earned more than $16.5 billion for economic development, public education, outdoor school, state parks, veteran services, and watershed enhancements. For more information on the Oregon Lottery, visit www.oregonlottery.org.