Trenton, New Jersey. After winning $1 million in the Mega Millions drawing on New Year’s Eve, a resident of Mercer County became New Jersey’s first big winner of the year.
The winning ticket was sold at Speedy Mart Food Store, located at 1097 Parkway Ave. in West Trenton. It missed the gold Mega Ball but matched all five white ball numbers. The gold Mega Ball was number 01, and the numbers that were drawn were 13, 22, 27, 29, and 35.
The Mercer County winner gave New Jersey Lottery players a good start to the year, even though no one won the $42 million prize. The jackpot has now increased to an estimated $42 million for Friday’s drawing, giving players throughout the state another chance to try their luck.
To be eligible, Mega Millions tickets must be bought before 10:45 p.m. on drawing nights and cost $2. Depending on the multiplier chosen during the drawing, players who choose to use the $1 Megaplier feature can enhance their non-jackpot prizes by up to five times the initial amount.
Mega Millions continues to be one of the most well-liked lotteries in the country, offering excitement every Tuesday and Friday night with tickets available in 47 jurisdictions.
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