Record-Breaking $408,972 North 5 Jackpot Split Between Two Winning Tickets
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Two Minnesota Lottery players split the record-breaking North 5 jackpot, the largest since the game's launch. Winners from Newport and Mankato each received $204,486 from tickets sold at local retailers.
Key points
- •Two players split the North 5 jackpot, the largest since the game began.
- •Each winning ticket received $204,486.
- •Winning tickets were sold in Newport and Mankato.
- •Retailers received a $1,000 bonus for selling winning tickets.
- •Prize claims for over $50,000 must be made in person.
Why it matters
This news highlights the potential for significant wins in games like North 5. Players should be aware of claim procedures, especially for prizes over $50,000, and the one-year claim deadline.
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Official release
ROSEVILLE, Minn. (Aug 7, 2026) — Two Minnesota Lottery players made history in last night's drawing, splitting the largest North 5 jackpot won since the game launched. The record-breaking jackpot in the Minnesota-only lotto game was won by tickets sold in Newport and Mankato, with each lucky winner taking home $204,486.
The winning tickets were sold at Hy-Vee located at 220 Popular St in Mankato and Winners Corner located at 1594 Hastings Ave located in Newport. Each business earns a $1,000 bonus for selling the winning tickets.
The North 5 numbers drawn on Wednesday, August 6 were 06 – 18 – 20 - 22 – 23. Both tickets matched all five numbers. The next North 5 jackpot is worth an estimated $25,000. Drawings are held daily at 6:17 p.m.
In Minnesota, prize claims must be submitted within one (1) year of the drawing date. Minnesota Lottery prizes above $50,000 must be claimed in person at Minnesota Lottery headquarters in Roseville. Prizes $50,000 and below can be claimed by mail or at any regional office. It is recommended that winners call ahead to check hours and to make an appointment
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