by Rodney Thrash
The jackpot for Saturday’s Powerball drawing has grown to $196 million.
The Powerball jackpot has grown since June 26 and has rolled nine times, Georgia Lottery spokeswoman Kimberly M. Starks said in a statement.
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Powerball offers two jackpot payment options: 30 graduated payments over 29 years or the $113 million cash option.
Powerball tickets are $2 per play.
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