Middletown, PA – A lucky Powerball® player in Montgomery County has won $150,000 from the Pennsylvania Lottery, ahead of tonight’s anticipated drawing with a jackpot of $687 million. The winning ticket was sold at Pat’s Beverage in Pottstown for the March 18 drawing, matching four white balls and the red Powerball.
The ticket’s value soared to $150,000 thanks to the Power Play option, with a three-drawn multiplier. Normally, the prize would have been $50,000. The retailer, Pat’s Beverage, will receive a $500 bonus for selling the winning ticket. Winners have one year from the drawing date to claim their prizes, with the Pennsylvania Lottery reminding players to sign their winning tickets and visit their website for claim instructions.