This week, the lottery world was abuzz as one lucky ticket holder in Neptune, New Jersey, struck gold by winning a staggering $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot. This event marked a significant moment in lottery history, capturing the imagination of millions who dream of such a life-changing fortune. The winning numbers for this monumental draw on March 26, 2024, were 7, 11, 22, 29, and 38, and the Mega Ball was 4, with a Megaplier of 2X. The anticipation and excitement leading up to the draw were palpable as hopeful participants across the nation crossed their fingers for a shot at the immense prize.

Quick picks, or do you have a set of numbers you use every time?

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While the spotlight is currently on New Jersey's newest billionaire, it's also worth noting that the Powerball jackpot is inching its way toward the billion-dollar mark, adding to the lottery fever sweeping the country. These astronomical figures have lottery enthusiasts reminiscing about past wins and dreaming about the possibilities.

Speaking of memorable wins, let's take a moment to look back at Idaho's biggest lottery victory. According to Business Insider, Idaho's most significant lottery win came when a lucky ticket secured a $220 million jackpot. While not quite reaching the billion-dollar heights of the recent Mega Millions win, this victory remains a monumental moment in Idaho's lottery history, showcasing the incredible potential for life-altering wealth these games offer.

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The excitement around the current Mega Millions winner and the rising Powerball jackpot, which is at $935,000,000 and continues to grow, reminds us of the lottery's allure and transformative power. Whether in New Jersey, Idaho or anywhere else, these extraordinary jackpots captivate people's imaginations everywhere, embodying the dream of sudden fortune and the endless possibilities it brings, like a two-week notice.

11 Fun Idaho Lottery Scratch Tickets With Giant Jackpots of $50K or More Remaining

This list is up to date as of March 4, 2024!

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15 Luckiest Lottery Locations in the Treasure Valley

If you believe where you buy your tickets matters, these are fifteen Idaho Lottery retailers that have cranked at least one, if not multiple, winners of $100,000 or more!

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