Salem, Ore. - With the Powerball jackpot soaring to a staggering $1.55 billion, Oregon has become a hotspot for lottery excitement. In recent weeks, five fortunate players in the state have each pocketed a substantial $50,000 prize, contributing to the fervor surrounding the third-largest Powerball jackpot in history.

Jay Haggard, a 62-year-old resident of Tillamook, emerged as one of the lucky winners, securing his $50,000 windfall in the September 30, 2023 drawing and promptly claiming his prize on a Friday.

Jay Haggard's joy was palpable as he shared the thrilling news with his son, exclaiming,

"Hey, you know how someone hit the $50,000 Powerball in Tillamook? Well, I'm that guy!"

With his newfound wealth, Haggard plans to create cherished family memories by treating them to several Seattle Mariners games and responsibly settling outstanding bills.

The excitement in Oregon continued to escalate as one of the $50,000 winning tickets emerged from Hillsboro, while the other found its fortunate owner in Beaverton. However, despite the surge in secondary prizes, the grand jackpot remains tantalizingly out of reach. Since the jackpot's ascent commenced on July 22, 2023, Oregon has borne witness to a total of $5.6 million in Powerball winnings, marking a historic milestone in the state's lottery history.

Remarkably, this marks the first instance in Powerball history where two consecutive jackpot runs have propelled the grand prize into the billion-dollar stratosphere, adding an extra layer of excitement to this record-breaking jackpot.

As the Powerball frenzy sweeps the nation, players from Oregon and beyond are drawn by the allure of unimaginable wealth and life-altering moments. They eagerly participate in the hope of joining the exclusive club of jackpot winners who have forever transformed their lives.