Powerball Jackpot Climbs to $298 Million, Numbers Expected Tonight
The Powerball jackpot has reached $298 million, with winning numbers available tonight. This news is relevant to Bend, OR, and the Central Oregon region.
Bend, OR, September 19, 2026 —
The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $298 million, drawing attention from lottery players across the country, including in Bend, Oregon, and the wider Central Oregon region. The substantial prize represents a significant sum for any potential winner.
Winning numbers for the current jackpot are scheduled to be announced tonight. Lottery officials have not provided specific details regarding the timing of the draw beyond it being ‘tonight’. The anticipation builds as participants await the outcome of the drawing.
While the jackpot amount is notable, no information was provided regarding the number of tickets sold, previous winning numbers in recent drawings, or any specific history of large jackpots in the Central Oregon area. The exact cash value option for the $298 million jackpot was also not detailed in the summary.
The Powerball lottery is played in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Players select five white balls and one red Powerball. The odds of winning the jackpot are extremely low, approximately 1 in 292.2 million.
Residents in Bend and surrounding areas, like other hopefuls, will be checking their tickets against the announced winning numbers. The final jackpot amount may vary based on ticket sales leading up to the draw.
Story summarized from the original created by Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA TODAY on www.centraloregondaily.com, see more information here.
