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Mega Millions jackpot surpasses $637 million. That’s double the Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour movie box office revenue
By Amanda Alvarado at Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
(Gray News) - The Mega Millions jackpot has surpassed $637 million after no one won the drawing Friday.The concert film for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour made $261.7 million in global box office revenue, meaning the jackpot is about double that amount.Tuesday’s drawing is worth an estimated $637 milli...
Key takeaway The concert film for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour made $261.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The massive Mega Millions jackpot now over $637 million will likely have Atlantans flocking to local convenience stores and lottery retailers to buy tickets for Tuesday's drawing. With the cash option valued at $278 million before taxes, a win would be life-changing for an individual or group. In the Atlanta area, a jackpot of this size could also have a significant economic impact, as a local winner would likely invest or spend some of their winnings in the community, potentially boosting local businesses. Additionally, the Georgia Lottery Corp contributes to the state's education system, so a large jackpot win could also lead to increased funding for local schools. As the jackpot continues to grow, Atlantans will be watching closely to see if a local resident will be the lucky winner, bringing a massive windfall to the city.
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Published: July 13, 2026 ·
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What is this story about? (Gray News) - The Mega Millions jackpot has surpassed $637 million after no one won the drawing Friday.The concert film for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour made $261.7 million in global box office revenue, meaning the jackpot is about double that amount.Tuesday’s drawing is worth an estimated $637 milli...
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