Mississippi News

Powerball Jackpot up to $610 Million

In an unusual move, both the Powerball® and Mega Millions® jackpots have been raised due to the excitement of players hoping to win big! The combined jackpots now top an estimated $863 million for the Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots.

Due to increased nationwide enthusiasm the Powerball jackpot was raised to a whopping $610 million for the Wednesday, Jan. 5 drawing. This is the 40th draw for the current jackpot.

Meanwhile, Mega Millions has jumped to $253 million Tuesday’s drawing. This is the 21st drawing for the current jackpot.

Tuesday’s jackpot remains steady for Mississippi Match 5 at $65,000.

New Year, New Games

Three new scratch-off games will be available for purchase at lottery retailers starting today.

  • Triple It ($1)—Approximate overall odds are 1:4.95. Win up to $5,000.
  • I Heart Cash ($2)—Approximate overall odds are 1:4.80. Win up to $15,000.
  • Win It All ($10). Approximate overall odds are 1:3.98. Win up to $200,000.

News Release

Bob Bakken

Bob Bakken provides content for DeSoto County News and its social media channels. He is an award-winning broadcaster, along with being a reporter and photographer, and has done sports media relations work with junior and minor league hockey teams. Along with his reports on this website, you will find this veteran media member providing sports updates and high school football play-by-play on Rebel 95.3 FM Radio.

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