Oregon Resident Claims $1.3 Billion Powerball Jackpot

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Source: The Associated Press
Oregon Resident Claims $1.3 Billion Powerball Jackpot
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A person in Oregon has come forward to claim the $1.3 billion Powerball jackpot, purchased at a Plaid Pantry convenience store, making it the fourth largest Powerball jackpot in history. The winner has the option to take a lump sum of $621 million or an annuity paid over 30 years, with the prize subject to federal and state taxes. Oregon Lottery is working to verify the winner before awarding the prize, and the store that sold the ticket expressed excitement about the win.

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