Georgia Ticket Wins $980 Million Mega Millions Jackpot

A single ticket sold in Newnan, Georgia, has won the $980 million Mega Millions jackpot, marking the largest lottery prize in the state's history. The winning numbers for the November 14 drawing were 1, 8, 11, 12, 57, and the Mega Ball 7. The ticket was purchased at Publix #1816, located at 4000 N. Highway 29 in Newnan.

The winner has the option to receive the full jackpot amount through an annuity paid over 30 years or opt for a lump-sum cash payment of approximately $452.2 million before taxes.

This win concludes a record-setting run of 40 consecutive drawings without a jackpot winner, the longest in Mega Millions history. The previous jackpot was won on June 27 in Virginia.

Georgia Lottery President and CEO Gretchen Corbin stated, "We are thrilled to congratulate the largest winner in our state's history." She also highlighted that proceeds from ticket sales support educational programs in Georgia.

The retailer that sold the winning ticket is eligible for a $50,000 incentive bonus.

In Georgia, lottery winners have 180 days from the draw date to claim their prizes and have the option to remain anonymous.