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Mega Millions Jackpot in Buckeye, AZ
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Jul 22, 2026

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The Mega Millions jackpot recently brought excitement to Buckeye, AZ, after a local ticket punched through to a significant win.

 

The Arizona lottery community has been buzzing ever since news broke that a fortunate individual purchased a winning ticket in the West Valley.

 

This lucky ticket, sold at a well-known Fry's Marketplace on West Indian School Road, turned an ordinary day into an unforgettable moment for one Buckeye resident.

 

According to recent reports, the ticket matched all the necessary Mega Millions numbers, a feat that millions only dream of achieving.

 

This major win wasn't just about luck—it showcased the impact of the newly added multipliers, which have recently energized the Mega Millions jackpot game in Arizona.

 

The winner’s prize soared from one million to three million dollars, a striking change that has caught the attention of lottery fans across the region.

 

The winning numbers were 25, 37, 59, 68, 70, with a Mega Ball of 10, a combination now etched into local memory.

 

As word spread, nearby businesses noticed more foot traffic, with locals eager to test their own luck in hopes that lightning might strike twice.

 

Uncertainty surrounds whether the prize has already been claimed, creating even more buzz throughout Buckeye and neighboring cities.

 

This win adds to a recent trend of increased lottery participation in Arizona, spurred by rising jackpots and a renewed sense of possibility.

 

For many, this victory serves as a reminder that the next big winner could be living just down the street.

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  • KD
    Kevin Darrow· Jul 22, 5:02 PM

    Increased foot traffic at nearby businesses is actually a nice little bonus for local shops. Good for Buckeye all around.

    • M
      marcos_bky· Jul 22, 7:53 PM

      Kevin DarrowTotally agree. My buddy owns a small place not far from there and said he noticed more people wandering in this past week. Every little bit helps for the local guys.

    • SM
      SPX Local MediaAuthor· Jul 22, 7:53 PM

      Absolutely — it's a lovely ripple effect that a single lucky ticket can bring a boost to the whole local community, not just the winner!

  • RF
    Rosa Fuentes· Jul 22, 2:12 PM

    My husband bought a ticket from that same store last week. We did not win but still exciting knowing someone in our neighborhood did!

  • J
    jim_b· Jul 22, 11:21 AM

    People rushing to that Fry's thinking lightning strikes twice... it doesn't work that way folks haha. But congrats to the winner!

    • PW
      Patrice W.· Jul 22, 7:53 PM

      jim_bHa, you'd be surprised how many people think that though! I drove by there yesterday and the parking lot was definitely more packed than usual. Human nature I guess — we all want to believe!

  • DH
    Debra Hollins· Jul 22, 8:31 AM

    Hope whoever won it comes forward soon. The suspense is killing me lol.

    • RS
      Rick Salinas· Jul 22, 7:53 PM

      Debra HollinsSame! Apparently winners in Arizona have 180 days to claim so they might just be taking their time and talking to a financial advisor first. Smart move honestly if it were me.

  • T
    Travis_Mendoza· Jul 22, 5:40 AM

    Three million instead of one because of the multiplier? I didn't even know that was a thing. Gonna have to pay more attention when I buy tickets.

  • SK
    Sandy K.· Jul 22, 2:50 AM

    I shop at that Fry's on Indian School all the time! Could've been me buying that ticket. So cool it was someone right here in Buckeye.

    • SM
      SPX Local MediaAuthor· Jul 22, 3:14 PM

      What a small world — as we noted in the article, that Fry's Marketplace on West Indian School Road turned an ordinary shopping trip into an unforgettable moment, so next time you're there, maybe grab a ticket!

    • T
      TucsonTransplant_Gail· Jul 22, 7:53 PM

      Sandy K.Right?! That's always the thought — "I was JUST there!" I had the same feeling when someone won near my old neighborhood. So close yet so far lol. Congrats to whoever it was though!

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