There was no big winner for this weekend’s Mega Millions lottery drawing meaning the prize for this weeks drawing has skyrocketed. Check to see just how huge they are before you buy your tickets.
The winning numbers for this week’s drawing have reached $149 million.
The new total is close to $207 million dollar drawing that was recently claimed as the Mega Millions website reports:
“May 6, 2014 - The second-largest Mega Millions jackpot prize in Maryland history was quietly claimed late last week.
“The lucky Marylander bought one of the two winning tickets in the March 18 drawing for the $414 million Mega Millions jackpot. A Florida couple last week claimed the second ticket, which was sold in their state.
“The jackpot gave the Maryland and Florida ticket holders, before taxes, $115.5 million each through the cash option selected by the winners. After taxes, the Maryland winner receives $76.4 million.”
The website also warns players to not get two enticed by the big prize:
“Although most people can play Mega Millions and other lottery games without ill effects, there are some people for whom gambling of any sort can be addictive and very damaging. Like other addictions, gambling addiction is a treatable disease. 12-step programs have proven to be particularly helpful. All of the Mega Millions member lotteries support and encourage the work of groups like Gamblers Anonymous and the National Council on Problem Gambling to combat gambling addiction and encourage responsible play. If you think you or a loved one may have a gambling addiction, or if you want to learn more, you can call the National Council on Problem Gambling's confidential 24-hour hotline: 800-522-4700.”
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