News Release: Minnesota Lottery Player Wins $50,000 from Powerball® Ticket
Minnesota Lottery Player Wins $50,000 from Powerball® Ticket Sold in Champlin
Powerball® Jackpot Climbs to Estimated $700 Million for Saturday, August 23
ROSEVILLE, Minn. (August 22, 2025) — A lucky Minnesota Lottery player recently won $50,000 playing Powerball.
A Powerball® ticket purchased at Bill’s Superette, located at 10917 West River Road in Champlin, for the August 20 drawing matched four numbers plus the Powerball to win $50,000. The winning Powerball numbers for the August 20 drawing were 31 – 59 – 62 – 65 – 68 and the Powerball was 5.
In Minnesota, prize claims must be submitted within one (1) year of the drawing date. Minnesota Lottery prizes above $50,000 must be claimed in person at Minnesota Lottery headquarters in Roseville. Prizes $50,000 and below can be claimed by mail or at any regional office. It is recommended that winners call ahead to check hours and to make an appointment
Unless the winner chooses to opt in to publicity, their name and city will not be released. As of Sept. 1, 2021, the names and cities of lottery prize winners above $10,000 are private data.
The Powerball jackpot is an estimated $700 million (annuity option) for the Saturday, August 23 drawing. Tickets must be purchased by 9 p.m. on drawing days.
Visit www.mnlottery.com for more information and official rules.
About the Minnesota Lottery
Playing Our Part: Since 1990, the lottery has generated more than $4 billion for programs that positively impact the lives of Minnesotans. More than $1.8 billion has helped preserve, restore and protect Minnesota’s environment through the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund, Game and Fish Fund and the Natural Resources Fund. Another $2.2 billion has helped fund state programs, including education, public safety and health and human services. Lottery dollars also support programs to help prevent and treat problem gambling. For more information, visit www.mnlottery.com.
Contact:
Minnesota Lottery, Joan Schimml, (612) 790-2685, joan.schimml@mnlottery.com