Paris, Kentucky, February 4, 2026
An office pool of eight employees from Avantor Performance Materials in Paris, Kentucky, has scored a $200,000 Powerball prize. By matching four white ball numbers and the Powerball number in a recent drawing, the group’s $50,000 win was amplified by the Power Play multiplier, allowing each member to take home around $18,000 after taxes. Their winning ticket was purchased at Estepp’s Friendly Shell. The employees intend to use their winnings to settle personal bills.
Paris, Kentucky Office Pool Wins $200,000 Powerball Prize
Paris, Kentucky – An office pool of eight employees from Avantor Performance Materials in Paris, Kentucky, has won a $200,000 Powerball prize. The group matched four white ball numbers and the Powerball number in the January 17, 2026, drawing, with the Power Play multiplier increasing their $50,000 prize to $200,000. Each member will receive approximately $18,000 after taxes. The winning ticket was purchased at Estepp’s Friendly Shell in Paris. The group plans to use the winnings to pay off bills. Kentucky Lottery President and CEO Maggie Garrison praised office pools as a great way for players to enjoy games together and keep connected.
Details of the Winning Ticket
The winning numbers for the January 17, 2026, Powerball drawing were 5, 8, 27, 49, and 57, with the Powerball number 14. The ticket matched four white ball numbers and the Powerball number, winning the game’s $50,000 prize. With the Power Play multiplier of 4, the prize was quadrupled to $200,000. The ticket was purchased at Estepp’s Friendly Shell in Paris, Kentucky. The group plans to use the winnings to pay off bills.
Background on Powerball and Office Pools
Powerball is a multi-state lottery game offered in 45 states, plus Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Drawings are held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:59 p.m. Eastern Time. Tickets cost $2 each. Office pools are a popular way for groups of coworkers to play the lottery together, increasing their chances of winning and fostering camaraderie among team members. In this case, the eight employees from Avantor Performance Materials in Paris, Kentucky, formed an office pool and purchased a Powerball ticket together, leading to their $200,000 prize.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the winning numbers for the January 17, 2026, Powerball drawing?
The winning numbers were 5, 8, 27, 49, and 57, with the Powerball number 14.
Where was the winning ticket purchased?
The winning ticket was purchased at Estepp’s Friendly Shell in Paris, Kentucky.
How much will each member of the office pool receive after taxes?
Each member will receive approximately $18,000 after taxes.
What is the Power Play multiplier for this drawing?
The Power Play multiplier for this drawing was 4, which quadrupled the $50,000 prize to $200,000.
What are the drawing days and times for Powerball?
Powerball drawings are held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:59 p.m. Eastern Time.
How much does a Powerball ticket cost?
A Powerball ticket costs $2 each.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Paris, Kentucky |
| Number of Employees in Office Pool | Eight |
| Winning Amount | $200,000 |
| Prize per Member After Taxes | Approximately $18,000 |
| Retailer Where Ticket Was Purchased | Estepp’s Friendly Shell in Paris, Kentucky |
| Winning Numbers | 5, 8, 27, 49, 57, Powerball 14 |
| Power Play Multiplier | 4 |
| Powerball Drawing Days and Times | Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays at 10:59 p.m. Eastern Time |
| Cost of Powerball Ticket | $2 each |
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