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Saturday, February 2, 2013

Powerball Rolls Over, Jackpot Rises to $176 Million

Next drawing is today, Saturday, Feb. 2.

  With no one matching the winning numbers from Wednesday's drawing, the Powerball jackpot has climbed to $176 million. The next drawing is Saturday night. Powerball tickets can be purchased until 9 p.m. After that time, tickets purchased are eligible for the next drawing. Don't have time to stop and buy a ticket? Go on-line to the Illinois Lottery webpage and purchase tickets there. A minimum purchase of $5 is required, according to the Illinois Lottery. The base Powerball game is $2.  Players can multiply winnings by adding Power Play for an additional $1 per game, according to the Illinois Lottery. Powerball jackpots start at $40 million and grow with each roll. There are nine ways to win. …

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