CABOT, ARKANSAS
In a record-breaking lottery event, an Arkansas resident has won a staggering $1.817 billion Powerball jackpot, making it one of the largest prizes in U.S. history. The winning ticket was sold in the city of Cabot, just outside Little Rock, after the Christmas Eve drawing matched all six numbers.
The winning combination drawn on December 24 included 04, 25, 31, 52, 59, and the Powerball 19. This jackpot marks the largest Powerball prize of 2025 and the second-highest lottery payout in U.S. history, trailing only the $2.04 billion Powerball jackpot awarded in California in 2022.
Lottery officials confirmed that the prize reached this historic sum after 46 consecutive drawings without a top-prize winner, a streak that contributed to the jackpot’s unprecedented growth. The excitement surrounding this massive jackpot drew players from across the country, hoping to claim the record-breaking prize.
The winner now faces a choice between receiving the full $1.817 billion annuity, paid out over 29 to 30 years, or opting for a lump sum payment of approximately $834.9 million before federal taxes. Lottery authorities are maintaining the winner’s anonymity until the official claim is processed, a standard procedure for high-value prizes.
Local reaction in Cabot has been electric, with residents and businesses celebrating the historic win. The retailer that sold the winning ticket is expected to receive a bonus under state lottery rules, adding to the community buzz. Nationally, lottery enthusiasts expressed amazement, particularly given the timing of the win on Christmas Eve.
Powerball remains one of the most popular multi-state lottery games in the U.S., with tickets sold in 45 states, as well as Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. With odds of 1 in 292.2 million to hit the jackpot, the game often produces multi-billion-dollar prizes when no winner emerges for several consecutive drawings.
In addition to the record-setting jackpot winner, other players across the country won prizes ranging from $1 million for matching five white balls to smaller amounts for fewer matches. These winnings underscore the wide-reaching excitement and impact of major lottery events.
Officials are urging the public to remain patient as the winner comes forward to claim the prize, noting that lottery staff will work closely to ensure the process is secure and transparent. Meanwhile, the people of Cabot and the surrounding areas continue to celebrate what is already being called a once-in-a-lifetime event.
This historic Powerball jackpot has captured national attention, marking a moment of celebration and awe as one lucky Arkansas resident’s life is transformed forever.
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