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11 months ago

The Story of Gloria McKenzie’s Lottery Win

By John Molten
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13November

Gloria McKenzie’s life in Zephyrhills, Florida, transformed overnight from the quiet rhythm of a retiree to that of a Powerball jackpot winner. Winning the staggering $590.5 million Powerball jackpot, one of the largest in the history of the American Lottery, Gloria’s story post-win is a fascinating tale of life change, philanthropy, and adjustment to newfound wealth. Upon realizing her win, Gloria faced the immediate choice of how to receive her fortune. She wisely opted for the lump-sum payment, which amounted to approximately $370 million before taxes. This decision marked the...

12 months ago

Powerball’s Monumental $1.55 Billion Jackpot Makes History

By John Molten
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09October

The Powerball jackpot, soaring to an astonishing $1.55 billion, has reached historic heights, making it the fourth-largest lottery prize worldwide. This colossal sum has rolled over for 34 consecutive drawings, with no jackpot winners since July 19th, when a lucky ticket holder in Los Angeles claimed a staggering $1.08 billion prize.   In a unique turn of events, the Powerball now boasts back-to-back billion-dollar jackpots, marking a first in the game’s history. The largest-ever Powerball and U.S. lottery jackpot, a jaw-dropping $2.04 billion, was won in November 2022, also by a...

12 months ago

Edwin Castro’s Journey After Winning the Largest Ever Lottery in History: The $2 Billion Powerball Jackpot

By John Molten
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04October

In a world where dreams of overnight riches often take the form of a lottery ticket, there exists a remarkable tale of Edwin Castro, the man who clinched the record-breaking $2 Billion Powerball jackpot. His life changed in an instant, catapulting him into a world of luxury and fame. But as we delve deeper into Castro’s story, we discover a fascinating journey filled with twists, legal challenges, and a heartwarming commitment to charity.   A Remarkable Windfall   Edwin Castro’s life took an incredible turn when he purchased the winning ticket from a local gas station...