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🎉 SACRAMENTO, CA – Hold onto your hats, lottery lovers! The California Lottery is over the moon as we unveil the names of the incredibly fortunate individuals who have hit the jackpot, not once, but twice, in the spectacular saga of billion-dollar bonanzas.

First up, rewind to the sizzling summer of last year when the Powerball® jackpot had everyone on the edge of their seats for 39 thrilling draws. Then, like a scene out of a feel-good movie, Yanira Alvarez of downtown Los Angeles emerged as the hero of our story. With a lucky Las Palmitas Mini Market ticket, Yanira stopped the suspense and snagged a whopping $1.08 billion! This fantastic win in July wasn't just a victory for Yanira but a prelude to an even more staggering event.

Fast forward to October 2023, and lightning struck twice. Another Powerball ticket, this time worth over $1.7 billion, found its match at Midway Market in Frazier Park. Shrouded in mystery and opting for the shadows, a group of winners claimed this prize, marking the second act of our back-to-back billion-dollar drama.

But wait, there's more! Beyond these jaw-dropping jackpots, there's a winner that keeps on winning: public education in California. Thanks to these epic games of chance, an estimated $197.9 million in additional funding has been funneled into schools, supporting the real stars of our future – the students and teachers.

The California Lottery's fearless leader, Harjinder K. Shergill Chima, couldn't be prouder. “We're beyond grateful to our players, whose adventurous spirits don't just chase dreams of wealth but enrich the lives of California's students. Every ticket sold is a step toward a brighter future for our schools.”

Every jackpot winner faces a mighty choice: the total jackpot over 30 years or a lump sum cash prize. Yanira Alvarez, our summer sensation, went with the cash option, pocketing a cool $558.1 million before taxes.

As we all eagerly await this weekend's Powerball jackpot, with a mouth-watering $935 million up for grabs (cash value estimated at $449.7 million), remember, it's not just about the thrill of the win. Every ticket purchased is a vote of confidence in our kids, schools, and future.

So, let's dream big, California! Who knows? The next billion-dollar announcement might have your name on it. 🌟

*Yanira Alvarez and the winners from Frazier Park have chosen to remain out of the limelight, but their wins light up the path for countless dreams and opportunities. Here's to them, and here's to the next chapter in California's lottery legacy! 🍀*