Powerball Jackpot Reaches $88 Million for March 16 Drawing with No Confirmed Winner

The Powerball jackpot for the March 16 drawing reached an estimated $88 million, with no confirmed winner as of Monday night. Players are encouraged to check tickets for lower-tier prizes. The winner can choose between a 30-year annuity or a lump sum of about $40 million before taxes. Tickets are sold in 45 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Recent major wins include a $250.8 million jackpot in Arkansas on March 2.