When Louise White of Newport stepped forward this week as the sole winner of the estimated $336.4 million Powerball jackpot, Governor Chafee was on hand to congratulate Ms. White and present her with her check.
Ms. White bought three tickets at the Stop & Shop on Bellevue Avenue in Newport on the evening of February 11 after getting a ride to the store with a family member craving rainbow sherbet.
Governor Chafee praised Ms. White’s decision to speak to lawyers and advisors before coming forward to claim her prize.
“Not only were you lucky, but you were very smart,” said Governor Chafee.
Because Ms. White has decided to take the lump sum of $210 million, the Powerball jackpot is expected to generate $14.7 million in tax revenue for the state.
