Powerball hopefuls eagerly await the next draw

Jackpot Size and Payout Options - The Powerball jackpot has reached $18 billion for the Saturday night drawing [1][3] - The cash prize option is $8264 million before taxes [2] - The $18 billion jackpot is for those who choose the annuity payout over 30 years [3] Lottery History and Game Records - It's the second largest jackpot in US lottery history [2] - The current streak is the game record for the most consecutive drawings without a jackpot winner [2] Winner's Perspective and Advice - Timothy Schultz won a $28 million Powerball jackpot in 1999 at 21 years old [4] - Schultz advises lottery winners to enlist the help of a financial advisor and an attorney [4] - Some people would keep the lottery win a secret, while others would share with close friends [5] Participation and Odds - The next drawing is Saturday night at 10:59 pm Eastern time [5] - It only takes one ticket to win [6]