Largest payout in Texas Lottery history went to Fredericksburg Powerball winner

A Fredricksburg resident who won the Sept. 6 Powerball jackpot received the largest payout in Texas Lottery history.  The unnamed player received $410 million before taxes from the $1.8 billion grand prize, according to a news release from the Texas Lottery.

The winning ticket was purchased at Big’s 103, a gas station located off U.S. Highway 290.  Big’s 103 will also receive a $250,000 bonus from the Texas Lottery for selling the winning ticket.  The grand prize was shared with a second jackpot winner in Missouri.

According to Texas Lottery, winning players had the options of a direct cash value option less than the total grand prize or an annuity option where payments are made over a 29-year period for the greater amount.  Powerball grand prizes typically start out $20 million and increase until the jackpot is won.  This jackpot was the culmination of 42 drawings, setting the record for the game’s longest jackpot run.

Seven Bridges Revocable Trust of Fredericksburg claimed the direct payout and said the winnings will be shared with the community.  A representative of the trust said, “This is a moment of gratitude for us, a blessing we plan to enjoy and share with those who are special to us and who serve our community.”

According to Texas Lottery, the winning Fredericksburg resident realized they’d won the jackpot the day after the drawing.  The resident was driving to church when they realized they’d won.  “They pulled over to check their numbers a few more times, placed the ticket in the glovebox and went inside,” Texas Lottery said.