Powerball jackpot grows to record $550 million, did you get your ticket?

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Record Powerball jackpot


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Posted: 11/28/2012

(WXYZ) - The record Powerball jackpot just keeps on growing! The Michigan Lottery Commission confirms that the jackpot has risen to a record $550 million.

Just yesterday the jackpot grew to $500 million. The lump sum cash payout would be just over $360 million.

If you were the big winner, how would you spend all that money?

The drawing takes place tonight at 10:59 p.m.

Visit the Powerball website for more information.

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