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The Illinois Lottery confirmed on September 15 that the winner of the $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot has officially claimed the prize. The anonymous winner, who purchased a single $2 Quick Pick ticket at a Hy-Vee in Quincy, chose the lump-sum option. This marks the second-largest lottery prize in Illinois history and the eighth-largest in Powerball history.
Jon Marshall, manager of a Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh in Quincy, Illinois, confirmed he did not win the $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot sold at his store. While the store will receive a $500,000 bonus, the winner remains unidentified due to state anonymity laws.
A single ticket sold at a Hy-Vee gas station in Quincy, Illinois, won the $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot on August 12, 2026. The store manager confirmed he was not the winner. The prize is the eighth-largest in Powerball history and the largest of 2026.
A single ticket sold at a Hy-Vee convenience store in Quincy, Illinois, won the $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot in the August 12 drawing. Despite the massive prize, the winner’s identity remains unknown, with local residents and store staff unable to identify the ticket holder. The winner has until August 12, 2027, to claim the prize, though the lump-sum option must be selected within 60 days. The store manager, Jon Marshall, described the situation as a 'murder mystery' and expressed hope that the winner will support local community organizations.
A single ticket sold at a Hy-Vee gas station in Quincy, Illinois, won the $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot on Wednesday, ending a 44-drawing drought. The winner, who has not yet come forward, can choose between a 29-year annuity or a $450.5 million lump sum. The prize is the eighth-largest in Powerball history and the largest of 2026.
A single ticket sold at a Hy-Vee gas station in Quincy, Illinois, won the $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot on August 12, 2026. The prize is the eighth-largest in the game's history and the biggest of 2026. Two Michigan tickets each won $50,000. The winner can choose a lump sum of $450.5 million or an annuity, with the next drawing set for August 15.
A single Powerball ticket sold in Quincy, Illinois, won the $1.04 billion jackpot on August 12, 2026, ending a three-month streak without a top-prize winner. The prize, the eighth-largest in Powerball history, offers a lump-sum cash option of $450.5 million before taxes. The winner has not yet been identified, and the jackpot resets to $20 million for the next drawing.
Hy-Vee is closing its Cedar Rapids store on June 23, creating a "food desert" in the area. To ease the transition, the company will offer a free shuttle service to another Hy-Vee location, free grocery delivery within a mile of the store, and free pharmacy delivery. They will also support a mobile food pantry in partnership with HACAP. Community members, including Cedar Rapids Mayor Tiffany O'Donnell, have expressed concerns and are seeking long-term solutions to ensure the space continues to serve the community.
The downtown Des Moines Hy-Vee store has reduced its hours to 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. due to concerns over crime, loitering, and a lack of foot traffic, with over 200 calls made to the police in the last six months. The store's layout has also been altered, and the Des Moines Police Department is working with the community to address the issues. Other downtown businesses have also cited similar concerns, with Spaghetti Works and Walgreens both citing crime and low foot traffic as reasons for closing their doors.
Des Moines police are collaborating with Hy-Vee to address the crime issue at its downtown Court Avenue store, which has experienced over 200 calls for service in the past six months, leading to increased loitering and theft. The store's decision to close at 6 p.m. may violate its agreement with the city, and both parties are working to resolve this. While the store cites slow business post-pandemic, the focus is now on addressing crime, with police planning a joint effort with Hy-Vee's security. City leaders are also discussing the impact of the store's reduced hours on their agreement, with some advocating for maintaining full service.
Hy-Vee's decision to change the downtown Des Moines store hours to 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. has left customers frustrated and raised concerns among city officials about potential violations of the development agreement, which specified operating hours from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. The move has sparked worries among downtown residents and business owners, who view a full-service grocery store with convenient hours as crucial for the community. The abrupt change in hours has prompted customers to rethink their shopping habits and has led to an investigation by the city council to assess the impact on the previously agreed-upon incentives.
Seneca Foods is recalling glass jars of Hy-Vee Turkey Gravy sold exclusively by Hy-Vee due to a labeling issue. The gravy may actually contain beef gravy and a soy allergen that is not declared on the label. Consumers are advised to return the product for a refund. Seneca Foods has not received any reports of illness related to this recall.
Hy-Vee grocery stores, Dollar Fresh Markets, Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh locations, Wall to Wall Wine and Spirits stores, and Hy-Vee Wine & Spirits locations will be closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day this year. The closure includes 550 locations across eight states, as well as corporate offices. Hy-Vee aims to provide its employees with quality time to spend with their loved ones during the holiday season. Customers who purchase holiday meal packs can schedule in-store pick-up before Thanksgiving or curbside pick-up on Thanksgiving morning.
Fareway, a grocery store chain, is following the footsteps of other Iowa companies by moving its headquarters from Boone to the Des Moines metro area. Similar to Hy-Vee, which moved its headquarters to West Des Moines in 1993, Fareway aims to expand its presence in larger cities while maintaining its focus on the grocery business. Other Iowa companies that have made similar moves include Kum & Go, Landus Cooperative, Winnebago, and Bomgaars. However, some companies like Pella Windows & Doors and Vermeer Corp. have chosen to remain in their original small-town locations.
David Letterman, former host of "Late Night with David Letterman," worked a shift bagging groceries at a Hy-Vee grocery store in Iowa to promote the Hy-Vee Indy Car race in Des Moines. In a photo posted by the store, the 76-year-old TV icon can be seen wearing an apron and inspecting a can of soup. Letterman also shared a video on Instagram, showcasing his grocery store antics, including sampling food items and making announcements over the intercom. This follows Lana Del Rey's recent stint as a waitress at a Waffle House.