Knoxville, October 20, 2025
News Summary
The Tennessee Lottery has reported two big winners, each taking home $50,000 after matching four numbers plus Powerball. One ticket was sold at Weigel’s in Knoxville, while the other was purchased at Food City in Chattanooga. Winners’ identities remain confidential until claims are processed, with a significant number of lottery retailers located in areas of lower median income, highlighting the ongoing success of the Tennessee Lottery.
Knoxville
The Tennessee Lottery has announced that two lucky players have won $50,000 each after matching four numbers plus the Powerball on Saturday, Oct. 18. This fortunate outcome has drawn attention as both winning tickets highlight significant retail locations in East Tennessee.
One of the winning tickets was sold at Weigel’s located at 6921 Kingston Pk. in Knoxville, while the second winning ticket was sold at Food City located at 3600 Hixson Pk. in Chattanooga. Details about the winners, including their identities and how they plan to use their winnings, will remain confidential until the prizes are officially claimed.
Tennessee Lottery retailers are able to redeem prizes up to $599. For prizes above this threshold, winners must either mail their tickets or visit lottery offices in person. Mailing winnings entails submitting a winner claim form along with the winning ticket, a government-issued ID, and proof of social security number. Notably, prizes of less than $600 do not require a claim form but should include contact information for the winner.
Key locations for claiming prizes include the Nashville Headquarters, Knoxville District Office, Chattanooga District Office, and Memphis District Office.
A closer look at lottery ticket sales indicates a trend: many of Knoxville’s busiest lottery retailers are based in neighborhoods with median incomes below the city’s average. Records show that the Tennessee Lottery has generated over $30.2 billion in revenue since its establishment in 2003. In 2024, ticket sales exceeded $2 billion, illustrating the ongoing engagement and participation in the lottery.
Eight of the top lottery ticket retailers in East Tennessee are positioned in Knox County. Many of these are situated in areas with median incomes lower than Knoxville’s median of $70,265. For example, the median income for zip code 37912 is around $28,659, which includes neighborhoods such as Inskip and Norwood. Notable retailers in this area include Inskip Market and Deli and an Exxon gas station.
The median income for zip code 37918, which covers areas like Fountain City and Halls, stands at about $37,057. Ian’s Market located at a Shell gas station is a leading seller here. Other relevant zip code median incomes include 37924 at $37,413, 37914 at $32,609, and 37920 at $33,354.
It is important to note that the Tennessee Lottery is committed to funding education programs throughout the state. Since 2004, nearly $8 billion has been raised specifically for education, which has benefitted numerous programs including scholarships and K-12 after-school activities. More than 2.2 million scholarships have been awarded through the Tennessee Lottery, aiding students in furthering their education. The Hope Scholarships have significantly helped Tennessee high school seniors, with over 71,000 students receiving aid last academic year, amounting to over $334 million.
Many individuals who receive the Hope Scholarship come from households earning between $24,000 and $48,000 annually, while overall recipients often hail from families with even higher earnings, typically over $100,000.
FAQs
What amount did the Tennessee Lottery winners receive?
Two players won $50,000 each.
Where were the winning tickets sold?
One winning ticket was sold at Weigel’s located at 6921 Kingston Pk. in Knoxville and the other at Food City located at 3600 Hixson Pk. in Chattanooga.
How can winners claim their prizes?
For prizes over $599, winners can claim by mailing their tickets or visiting lottery offices in person.
What has the Tennessee Lottery funded?
The Tennessee Lottery has raised nearly $8 billion for education programs, funding scholarships and K-12 after-school programs.
Key Features of Tennessee Lottery Wins
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Winning Amount | $50,000 each |
| Winning Locations | Weigel’s (Knoxville), Food City (Chattanooga) |
| Prize Claim Process | In-person or by mailing tickets for over $599 |
| Total Lottery Revenue | $30.2 billion since 2003 |
| Funding for Education | $8 billion since 2004 |
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Additional Resources
- Tennessean: Tennessee Lottery Results
- Wikipedia: Tennessee Lottery
- WBIR: Powerball Winners in Knoxville and Chattanooga
- Google Search: Tennessee Lottery
- WATE: Powerball Tickets Sold in East Tennessee
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- WBIR: Tennessee Lottery and Knox County’s Lower Income Areas
- Google News: Tennessee Lottery 2025
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