ATLANTA — Georgia Lottery players collected tens of millions in prizes last week, led by a player who claimed a $3 million top prize on the 100X The Money scratch-off game, lottery officials said.
Big scratch-off payout, several other large wins
The $3 million winning ticket was purchased at Mr. Bs in Thomaston and the prize was claimed on Friday, according to the Georgia Lottery. In total, players who opted for instant scratch-off games took home about $39,585,197 in winnings over the past week.
Other notable recent prizes came through digital and draw games:
- A Milner resident won $150,000 from Saturday’s Powerball drawing after matching four of the five white-ball numbers and adding the PowerPlay option, which tripled their base prize. That ticket was purchased through the Georgia Lottery mobile app.
- Three players won substantial prizes playing mobile Diggi Games: a Grovetown resident won $462,147 on Elephant King Jackpots on Aug. 10; a player on St. Simons Island won $100,000 on Wheel of Fortune: On The Road on Aug. 8; and a Norcross player claimed $10,000 playing Fishing for Gold: On Tour on Aug. 7.
Powerball jackpot climbs
The upcoming Powerball drawing is attracting attention as the advertised jackpot approaches $905 million, making it one of the largest in the game's history. The next drawing is scheduled for Monday; local stations typically broadcast the drawing live, and players can follow results on official lottery platforms.
| Prize | Game | Winner location |
|---|---|---|
| $3,000,000 | 100X The Money (scratch-off) | Thomaston |
| $150,000 | Powerball (with PowerPlay) | Milner |
| $462,147 | Elephant King Jackpots (mobile) | Grovetown |
| $100,000 | Wheel of Fortune: On The Road (mobile) | St. Simons Island |
| $10,000 | Fishing for Gold: On Tour (mobile) | Norcross |
What winners should know
Winners who hold large prizes should confirm their ticket’s authenticity and signature and consult the Georgia Lottery’s official resources for claiming instructions. For sizable awards, the lottery typically provides guidance on documentation and may advise winners to seek financial and legal counsel before claiming an annuity or lump-sum option. Smaller prizes can usually be redeemed at authorized retailers or through the lottery’s app, while larger claims require visiting a Georgia Lottery claims center or following the lottery’s posted procedures.
Retailers that sell winning tickets frequently receive bonus commissions for big prize sales, and communities sometimes publicize winners — though the choice to go public rests with the claimant. The Georgia Lottery’s website lists current rules, claim limits and hours for claims centers.
Local economic impact and participation trends
Scratch-off sales remain a significant revenue stream for the lottery, which directs proceeds to state programs. Large wins can spur short-term retail activity at locations that sold winning tickets, as other players purchase tickets in hopes of similar luck. Mobile and app-based play has also become more prominent, accounting for some of the big-ticket wins reported recently.
As the Powerball jackpot swells, lottery officials and consumer advocates remind players to participate responsibly. Ticket sales are voluntary; players should set limits and view lottery play as entertainment rather than an investment strategy.
For those tracking the $905 million Powerball prize, the drawing will be held Monday. Results will be available through official channels shortly after the drawing, and local news outlets typically provide live coverage and updates.
Reporting from Atlanta. Contact the Georgia Lottery for official prize confirmations and the most current information on claiming procedures.
