NEWNAN, Ga. — A single Mega Millions ticket sold in Newnan, won a $980 million jackpot, marking the largest lottery prize in the state’s history.
The winning ticket was purchased at Publix #1816 on N. Highway 29 and matched all six numbers in the Friday night drawing, securing a cash value of $452.2 million for the winner.
The winning numbers for the November 14 Mega Millions drawing were 1-8-11-12-57, with the Mega Ball being 7, according to lottery officials.
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“We are thrilled to congratulate the largest winner in our state’s history,” Georgia Lottery President and CEO Gretchen Corbin said in a statement. “With every Mega Millions ticket sold in Georgia supporting HOPE and Pre-K, Georgia’s students and families are also big winners.”
This record-breaking win surpasses the previous highest payout in Georgia Lottery history, which was a $478.2 million Powerball jackpot won in Buford.
The retailer that sold the winning ticket will receive a $50,000 bonus from the Georgia Lottery, the organization said.
Mega Millions tickets are available for purchase at Georgia Lottery retailers statewide, as well as online for residents with a Georgia mailing address.
Proceeds from the Georgia Lottery, including Mega Millions, benefit educational programs in the state, with over $29.8 billion contributed to date.
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