State leaders gathered at the College of Western Idaho (CWI) campus on Tuesday to celebrate 36 years of the Idaho Lottery's contributions to education and infrastructure projects across the state.

Paul Corcoran of Fitchburg, Massachusetts took home $2 million after accidentally purchasing an extra Powerball ticket last week.

In an observation of the Idaho Lottery's 36th year, Tuesday saw its annual dividend checks presented at the College of Western Idaho (CWI) to benefit facilities at public

The man said his wife gave a “big old hug” after he showed her the winning ticket, according to lottery officials.

More than 365,000 other Powerball tickets sold in the United States also won prizes ranging from $4 to $1 million, the lottery said.

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Idaho Lottery announces $1 million prize remains unclaimed as fiscal year ends, third time this has happened since 2010.

The bulk of the lottery dividend, nearly $46.9 million, will go toward public schools. But schools can no longer use the money directly. Under a far-reaching 2024 school facilities law, this lottery money must go into a property tax relief fund to offset the cost of bonds and levies.

Looking to win big? The Idaho Lottery offers several games if you think it’s your lucky day. Lottery players in Idaho can chose from popular national games like the Powerball and Mega Millions ...