Record-Breaking Excitement and Sales Fuel Florida’s Educational Future
A wave of lottery fever is sweeping across Florida as the Powerball jackpot has surged to an astounding $1 billion, making it one of the largest prizes in U.S. history. This historic moment comes as the Florida Lottery celebrates its legacy of major wins, having produced more Powerball winners than any other state since joining the game in 2009.
Florida Lottery Secretary John F. Davis highlighted the dual impact of this excitement. “Every Powerball ticket purchased in Florida offers the chance to win big, but more importantly, it helps fund the educational dreams of students across our state,” said Davis.
He noted that the enthusiasm from players directly supports the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program, a cor