Lucky Powerball Tickets Win $50,000 in Indiana!

What Happened?

Imagine a big game where you pick numbers and hope they match the ones drawn from a machine. That game is called Powerball (a lottery game where you try to win money by matching numbers). On Wednesday, July 15, something lucky happened in Indiana!

• Two tickets matched four out of the five regular numbers and also the special Powerball number.
• Because of that, each ticket won $50,000!
• The Hoosier Lottery (the people who run the lottery in Indiana) shared this news on July 16.

Where Were the Winning Tickets Bought?

The two tickets that won $50,000 were bought at stores in:

• Hamilton County
• Johnson County

If you bought a Powerball ticket in either of those counties recently, you should definitely look at your ticket!

What Were the Winning Numbers?

The winning Powerball numbers for Wednesday, July 15 were:

• Regular numbers: 2 – 7 – 18 – 29 – 38
• Powerball number: 16

What Should the Winners Do?

If you are one of the lucky $50,000 winners, here are the steps to follow:

1. Keep your ticket safe — put it somewhere you won’t lose it.
2. Talk to a money expert — consider meeting with a financial advisor (a person who helps you plan what to do with your money).
3. Call the Hoosier Lottery — contact customer service at 1-800-955-6886 to find out how to claim your prize.

Important: If you think you have a winning ticket, do not throw it away! Keep it in a safe place and contact the lottery before doing anything else.

What’s Next in Powerball?

The very next Powerball drawing is on Saturday, July 18. The jackpot (the big top prize) for that day is estimated at:

• $526 million

That’s a gigantic pile of money waiting for someone to win!

Summary

Two Powerball tickets bought in Hamilton and Johnson counties, Indiana matched four of five numbers plus the Powerball on July 15 and won $50,000 each. The winning numbers were 2-7-18-29-38 with Powerball 16. Winners should safeguard their tickets, get financial advice, and call 1-800-955-6886. The next drawing on July 18 has a $526 million jackpot.

FAQ

1. What is Powerball?
Powerball is a lottery game where you pick numbers and can win cash if your numbers match the ones drawn. There are five regular numbers and one special "Powerball" number.

2. How do I know if I won?
Check your ticket against the winning numbers. If you matched four of the five regular numbers and the Powerball, you may have won $50,000 like these tickets did.

3. What do I do if I have a winning ticket?
Keep it safe, think about talking to a financial advisor, and call Hoosier Lottery customer service at 1-800-955-6886 for instructions.

4. Where can I buy Powerball tickets?
You can buy them at licensed lottery retailers, including stores in Hamilton and Johnson counties where the winning tickets were purchased.