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3 hours ago
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Grand opening of first Mississippi Buc-ee's draws huge crowd
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – The first Buc-ee's in Mississippi opened on June 9 to a lot of fanfare. 'It's amazing. I love being able to come up here 15 minutes from my house, instead of having to drive one hour and something over to Foley. So, it's great to have this here now,' said Ava Graham, a customer. Mississippi Lottery makes May 2025 transfer to state The travel center is located off of Interstate 10 and is one of the largest in the nation. It spans 74,000-square feet, 126 gas pumps, 24 EV charging stations and 165 toilets. It's an ideal stop for travelers heading to the beach, coastal casinos or nearby New Orleans. The big draw on Monday was the food. Crowded lined up for brisket, fudge and Beaver Nuggets. Beyond the buzz, Buc-ee's is also a boost to the local economy, creating more than 200 full time jobs. 'It's going to be a great thing here for the people of Hancock and Harrison County, for sure. We definitely needed just a little bit of freshness when it comes to the job market here. So, this is a great thing,' said one customer. The travel center still has job openings for cashiers, deli workers, maintenance staff and more. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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5 days ago
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Mississippi Match 5 player wins $1.2 million
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A Mississippi Lottery player won the $1.2 million Mississippi Match 5 jackpot during the Wednesday night drawing. This is the first ever seven-figure jackpot for the game. Officials with the Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) said the winning ticket was purchased at 69 Mart in Columbus matched all five numbers drawn (1-3-11-21-34) to capture the top prize. It was the 52nd draw since the Match 5 jackpot was last won on April 12, 2025, for $141,000. Mississippi Lottery unveils new scratch-off games for summer 'This is an incredible win for one of our players and a proud moment for the Mississippi Lottery,' said Jeff Hewitt, President of the MLC. 'To see the Match 5 jackpot grow to this level and then be hit is a true testament to the excitement this game brings.' The winner has 180 days from the date of the drawing to claim the prize. The next Mississippi Match 5 drawing will be held at 9:30 p.m. on June 5 with the jackpot resetting to $50,000. Tickets are $2 with an optional $1 add on feature to multiply non-jackpot prizes. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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31-05-2025
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Mississippi Match 5 jackpot reaches $1 million for first time
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Match 5 jackpot has reached a groundbreaking $1 million, the highest prize ever offered since the game's launch on April 28, 2021. There have been 48 draws since the last jackpot was won April 12, 2025, for $141,000. The jackpot then reset to $50,000 and has steadily grown. Man running an errand for his wife wins $1M lottery prize: 'I was in total shock' 'This is an exciting moment not just for our players, but for the Mississippi Lottery as a whole,' said Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC) President Jeff Hewitt. 'Hitting the million-dollar threshold is a first for Match 5, and it shows just how much enthusiasm players have for this game.' Mississippi Match 5 drawings are held every night at approximately 9:30 p.m. CT. Tickets are $2, and an optional $1 multiplier feature is available to boost non-jackpot prizes. Tickets can be purchased at authorized Mississippi Lottery retailers statewide. For more information on Mississippi Match 5, including how to play and winning numbers, visit Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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30-05-2025
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Mississippi Match 5 jackpot reaches record $925,000
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Match 5 jackpot has soared to $925,000, marking the largest prize in the game's history. This will be the 48th drawing since the Match 5 jackpot was last won on April 12, 2025, for $141,000. The largest Mississippi Match 5 jackpot ever hit was $905,168 on February 7, 2023. Mississippi Lottery unveils new scratch-off games for summer According to the Mississippi Lottery Corporation (MLC), Mississippi Match 5 is a draw game with a rolling jackpot that increases every night until there's a winner, when it then resets to $50,000. Tickets are $2, and an optional $1 multiplier feature is available to boost non-jackpot prizes. 'This is a landmark moment for Mississippi Match 5,' said Jeff Hewitt, president of the MLC. 'The escalating jackpot reflects the enthusiasm of our players and the game's increasing appeal. We eagerly anticipate celebrating with our next big winner. And who knows, if it's not hit tonight, we may have our first Match 5 Millionaire.' Tickets can be purchased at authorized Mississippi Lottery retailers statewide. For more information on Mississippi Match 5, including how to play and winning numbers, visit Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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24-05-2025
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Mississippi Lottery Mississippi Match 5, Cash 3 results for May 23, 2025
The Mississippi Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here's a look at May 23, 2025, results for each game: 03-19-31-32-35 Check Mississippi Match 5 payouts and previous drawings here. Midday: 4-4-8, FB: 0 Evening: 6-6-0, FB: 9 Check Cash 3 payouts and previous drawings here. Midday: 0-7-8-2, FB: 0 Evening: 2-6-5-9, FB: 9 Check Cash 4 payouts and previous drawings here. Midday: 13 Evening: 02 Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here. Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results Story continues below gallery. Winnings of $599 or less can be claimed at any authorized Mississippi Lottery retailer. Prizes between $600 and $99,999, may be claimed at the Mississippi Lottery Headquarters or by mail. Mississippi Lottery Winner Claim form, proper identification (ID) and the original ticket must be provided for all claims of $600 or more. If mailing, send required documentation to: Mississippi Lottery Corporation P.O. Box 321462 Flowood, MS 39232 If your prize is $100,000 or more, the claim must be made in person at the Mississippi Lottery headquarters. Please bring identification, such as a government-issued photo ID and a Social Security card to verify your identity. Winners of large prizes may also have the option of setting up electronic funds transfer (EFT) for direct deposits into a bank account. Mississippi Lottery Headquarters 1080 River Oaks Drive, Bldg. B-100 Flowood, MS 39232 Mississippi Lottery prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing date. For detailed instructions and necessary forms, please visit the Mississippi Lottery claim page. Cash 3: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening). Cash 4: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening). Match 5: Daily at 9:30 p.m. CT. Cash Pop: Daily at 2:30 p.m. (Midday) and 9:30 p.m. (Evening). This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Mississippi editor. You can send feedback using this form. This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Mississippi Lottery Mississippi Match 5, Cash 3 results for May 23, 2025
