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Texas Lottery searching for $1 million Powerball ticket winner before prize expires
By Gabrielle Lopez at KVIA ABC-7
· July 1, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- An unclaimed winning Powerball ticket worth $1 million will expire soon, the Texas Lottery said Wednesday. The Texas Lottery is asking the ticket holder to claim the prize in-person or by mail before their prize expires.
According to the Texas Lottery, a ticket holder ...
Key takeaway According to the Texas Lottery, a ticket holder can't claim a prize after the expiration date, which is Aug.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The impending expiration of the $1 million Powerball ticket has significant implications for El Paso residents, even though the ticket was purchased in Austin. If the prize goes unclaimed, the funds will be redirected to state programs authorized by the Texas Legislature, which could potentially benefit local initiatives and communities. El Pasoans who frequently travel to Austin or have connections to the area may want to spread the word about the unclaimed ticket, as the winner could be a resident with ties to the city. Additionally, the deadline for claiming the prize may raise awareness about the importance of checking old lottery tickets and being mindful of expiration dates, a lesson that can be applied to El Paso residents who participate in the lottery. As the August 1 deadline approaches, El Pasoans may be reminded to review their own lottery tickets and claim any winnings before it's too late.
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Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- An unclaimed winning Powerball ticket worth $1 million will expire soon, the Texas Lottery said Wednesday. The Texas Lottery is asking the ticket holder to claim the prize in-person or by mail before their prize expires.
According to the Texas Lottery, a ticket holder ...
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